Functional Anatomy of Yoga: A Guide for Practitioners and Teachers

This book enables both the casual reader and the seasoned practitioner to understand and
implement the anatomical structure and function of the body in yoga. Written with a
conversational tone, the book delivers the complex subject of human anatomy in a way that
is both provocative and clear. The underlying theme of the book is integration.
David Keil outlines how yoga teachers and practitioners can utilize a deeper understanding
of their anatomy as they approach the larger scheme of yoga. How do the supposed “parts
and pieces” of the body synchronize to support integrated movement? Finally, how do the
various yoga postures interrelate from the perspective of functional anatomy?
Not only is David Keil an authority on the subject of anatomy, but he also has the wisdom
and first-hand experience of a skilled yoga teacher and practitioner. He has been
presenting the subject of anatomy in a way that is interesting, meaningful, and applicable to
teachers and students alike since 2000