The Complete Book of Oriental Yoga: Hatha and Taoist Yoga for the Seasons

239 Pages·2014·2.69 MB·English

by  Michael Hetherington

Oriental Yoga
Hatha and Taoist Yoga for the Seasons
By Michael Hetherington
(L. Ac, Yoga Teacher)
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Acknowledgements
I would like to thank the yoga teachers at Zen Central in Brisbane, Australia who
first introduced me to a fusion of Indian yoga and Oriental medicine. They also
taught me how yoga can be practiced in a fun and joyful way. I would like to
thank my partner, Angela Hammond, for the help with photos, the graphic
design and ongoing support. I would also like to thank the yoga community in
Australia and around the world who continue to inspire and motivate me. And of
course, I would like to offer a special thanks to all the saints, sages and mystics
of the past who dedicated their lives to the path of truth.
About the Author

Michael Hetherington is a qualified acupuncturist, health practitioner and yoga
teacher based in Brisbane, Australia. He has a keen interest in mind-body
medicine, energetic anatomy, yoga nidra and Buddhist style meditation. Inspired
by the teachings of many, he has learnt that a light-hearted, joyful approach to
life serves best.
www.michaelhetherington.com.au
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Table of Contents
About the Author
Introduction
Yoga and the Seasons
PART 1 - ORIENTAL YOGA FUNDAMENTALS
Introduction to the 5-Elements/Phases
Yin and Yang and the Whole Shi-Bang!
Meridians and Chakras
Introduction to Oriental Diet Therapy
Muscles Associated with the Organs
Principles of Oriental Yoga
Fundamentals of a Yoga Class
PART 2 - YOGA FOR THE SEASONS
Earth Element
Earth Organ Physiology
The Earth Element Meridians
Muscles Associated with the Stomach
Muscles Associated with the Spleen
Asanas (Postures) for Late Summer
Earth Element Daily Lifestyle Practices
Supporting the Other Elements to Assist the Earth Element
Food / Oriental Diet Therapy ~ Late Summer
Herbs to Support the Stomach and Spleen
Late Summer Meditations
Metal Element
Metal Organ Physiology
The Metal Element Meridians
Muscles Associated with the Lungs
Muscles Associated with the Large Intestine
Asanas (Postures) for Autumn
Metal Element Daily Lifestyle Practices
Supporting the Other Elements to Assist the Metal Element
Food / Oriental Diet Therapy ~ Autumn
Herbs to Support Lungs and Large Intestine
Autumn Meditations
Water Element
Water Organ Physiology
The Water Element Meridians
Muscles Associated with the Kidneys
Muscles Associated with the Bladder
Asanas (Postures) for Winter
Water Element Daily Lifestyle Practices
Supporting the Other Elements to Assist the Water Element
Food / Oriental Diet Therapy ~ Winter
Herbs to Support the Kidneys and Bladder
Winter Meditations
Wood Element
Wood Organ Physiology
The Wood Element Meridians
Muscles Associated with the Liver
Muscles Associated with the Gallbladder
Asanas (Postures) for Spring
Wood Element Daily Lifestyle Practices
Supporting the Other Elements to Assist the Wood Element
Food / Oriental Diet Therapy ~ Spring
Herbs to Support the Liver and Gallbladder
Spring Meditations
Fire Element
Fire Organ Physiology
The Fire Element Meridians
Muscles Associated with the Heart
Muscles Associated with the Small Intestine
Asanas (Postures) for Summer
Fire Element Daily Lifestyle Practices
Supporting the Other Elements to Assist the Fire Element
Food / Oriental Diet Therapy ~ Summer
Herbs to Support the Heart and Small Intestine
Summer Meditations
Conclusion
Recommended Reading
Resources