Hatha Yoga: The Yogi Philosophy of Physical Well-Being

About this book

Movement, breath and attention are brought together in a programme of physical self-care. Yogi Ramacharaka presents yoga to Western readers through postures, exercises and explanations of vital energy.

The book links bodily habits with his wider philosophy of mind and spiritual well-being. Its descriptions show how yoga was adapted for early twentieth-century audiences, often outside the context of its older traditions. Some health claims are outdated, but its practical tone explains why this style of instruction found such an enduring readership.