Breathing: The Art and Science of Pranayama

""A comprehensive guide to the power of breath. Yoga teacher Mark Stephens offers an in-depth, accessible guide to pranayama that unites classical teachings with modern anatomy and neuroscience. Tracing breath practices from Vedic and tantric roots to contemporary yoga, he presents over 25 techniques and preparatory asanas, bandhas, and cleansing methods, showing how conscious breathing supports health, emotional balance, meditation, and spiritual insight"--Provided by publisher"-- Provided by publisher.