details

yogabook / details of the pose descriptions

The details of the poses contain a lot of valuable additional information. Firstly, there are things to look out for in the posture, such as typical evasive movements that frequently occur. These are not only mentioned, but also explained in terms of the physiology of movement. Then there are tips on when people should not adopt this posture or only adopt it in a different way, for example due to illnesses, usually those of the musculoskeletal system. It also explains what this posture does to the musculoskeletal system. Reference is made to the anatomical conditions, but also to the physical background and the physiology of movement.

Much of the information in the details is only accessible to specialists, as it requires the relevant prior knowledge. However, there is also plenty of generally understandable information that will enable the layperson to perform the exercise correctly or improve their performance, even if they cannot understand everything anatomically, physically, physiologically or biomechanically.