Experts agree that stretching is one of the best ways to achieve top-to-toe fitness, and, with its centuries-old system, yoga provides one of the safest, most effective ways to do this. This book demonstrates simple ways to improve breathing techniques and posture and contains over 50 highly effective body-conditioning exercises that will improve flexibility, stamina and muscle tone. Learn to relax too, with routines designed to relieve stress and instill a feeling of calm, and for those short of time there are five workouts that take only 15-20 minutes. Written by one of the UK's leading yoga experts, 'Yoga Basics' is both a perfect companion for beginners and a great source of reference for more experienced students.