Yoga: A Gem for Women

Thoroughly Revised 3rd Edition (2019) by Geeta S. Iyengar

First published in 1983 and now thoroughly revised in this landmark 3rd Edition (2019), Yoga: A Gem for Women by Geeta S. Iyengar — daughter of the legendary B.K.S. Iyengar — remains the most comprehensive and authoritative guide to yoga written specifically for women. A classic in the world of yoga literature, this book has guided generations of women toward health, strength, and inner harmony through the transformative practice of Iyengar Yoga.

Geeta Iyengar brings her decades of teaching experience and deep understanding of the female body to every page, addressing the unique physiological and emotional needs of women at every stage of life.

What This Book Covers

• Comprehensive asana (posture) instructions with detailed guidance and alignment cues
• Pranayama (breathing) practices tailored for women
• Yoga sequences for different stages of a woman’s life — menstruation, pregnancy, menopause, and beyond
• Therapeutic applications for common women’s health conditions
• The philosophy and principles of Iyengar Yoga explained with clarity and depth
• Fully revised and updated content with new photographs and sequences

Who Is This Book For?

Whether you are a beginner stepping onto the mat for the first time or an experienced practitioner deepening your practice, Yoga: A Gem for Women is an indispensable companion. It is also essential reading for yoga teachers who work with female students.

A timeless masterpiece of yoga literature — the definitive guide to yoga for women, by one of the world’s greatest yoga teachers.