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Yogascent

<p>This&nbsp;<strong>manual aims to illustrate the connections between yoga and climbing</strong>, focusing not only on aspects relating to body awareness, breathing and our mental dynamics, but also on how climbing relates to the spiritual nature of the ancient discipline of yoga. The aim is to show how&nbsp;<strong>yogic techniques can be beneficial for climbing</strong>&nbsp;on a physical and mental level, but also how climbing itself, when practiced with the appropriate approach, can become a form of yoga.</p> <p <p>After an introduction describing the most important aspects of yoga, we will look at the connection between this discipline and climbing. A large part of this book is dedicated to the main yoga postures (<strong>Asana</strong>), and some sequences specifically for climbers will be presented and their benefits for the sport explained in more detail. We will then describe various breathing techniques (<strong>Pranayama</strong>) that are useful for climbing, analyze the basics of meditation and look at the extent to which climbing can become a kind of moving meditation. This is followed by a chapter on yogic relaxation techniques, as well as an explanation of the moral and ethical principles (<strong>Yama</strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Niyama</strong>) of yoga and how they can be applied in our everyday lives and in the world of climbing.</p> <p <p>This manual is aimed at anyone who wants to improve their climbing with the help of yoga practice</strong> and anyone interested in getting to the heart of yoga and pursuing a profound vision of their own vertical passion. For this second edition, the first edition has been completely revised and expanded, and those who already enjoyed the first edition will find many more techniques and food for thought here.</p> <p