Did you know that yoga practice can help lower your blood pressure, decrease inflammation, and prevent age-related brain changes? Explore the physiology of 30 key yoga poses, in-depth and from every angle, and master each asana with confidence and control. Recent scientific research now backs up what were once anecdotal claims about the benefits of yoga to every system in the body. Science of Yoga reveals the facts, with annotated artworks that show the mechanics, the angles, how your blood flow and respiration are affected, the key muscle and joint actions working below the surface of each pose, safe alignment, and much more. With insight into variations on the poses and a Q&A section that explores the science behind every aspect of yoga, look no further than Science of Yoga to achieve technical excellence in your practice and optimise the benefits of yoga to your body and mind. This new edition makes sure that all latest research into the benefits of yoga included.