Learn the anatomy and mechanics of more than 50 yoga poses in a fun and accessible coloring book--for yoga students teachers and yogis of all levels. From learning what muscles are activated by which poses to understanding joint action and contraction The Anatomy of Yoga Coloring Book offers yogis an interactive learning tool to deepen their knowledge of anatomical and mechanical structures relevant to yoga teaching and practice. Chapters 1 and 2 guide the reader through the anatomy and physiology of the body. Author and E-RYT500 Yoga Teacher Trainer Jo Ann Staugaard-Jones details the nervous system anatomical orientation and movement and the skeletal muscular respiratory and joint systems explaining how each relates to yoga and movement. Test your knowledge as you color intricate black and white drawings of each asana 50+ popular yoga poses or asanas are organized into 7 key categories: standing sitting twisting prone and supine inversions balancing poses and forward- and backbends. Each pose is presented with prompts to color in structures and functions and is accompanied by insightful techniques and tips. Readers will learn not only the benefits of each pose but contraindications post adjustments and relevant terminology. The healing heart of yoga What sets this book apart from others on the market is the inclusion of the subtle realm of yoga or energetic anatomy. Understanding the energies of the body through fascia bandhas nadis and chakras takes the reader beyond muscle and joint mechanics to a more holistic connected and deeply rooted understanding of the science and practice of yoga.