“In Yoga Abs , Judith Hanson Lasater provides a much-needed and fresh look at the abdominal muscles. Bypassing the usual curls and crunches, she examines their lesser-known—but more important—function as spine and torso stabilizers. The exercises integrate abdominal awareness into yoga poses, and range from very gentle, which are appropriate for postpartum mothers, to challenging enough for advanced yoga practitioners. She even includes a section about how to use the abdominals in daily activities. Yoga Abs will appeal to a wide audience.”

“Well beyond cosmetic concerns, the lack of strength and flexibility in the abdominal muscles contributes to everything from back pain to falls in the elderly. In Yoga Abs , Judith Hanson Lasater shows how to tell if these muscles are weak and provides a step-by-step plan to remedy the situation. If you still think that stomach crunches are the best way to firm up your belly, do yourself a favor and buy this book.”

“Judith Hanson Lasater's expert yoga guidance will introduce you to muscles that you never knew you had and to new ways of using them! Both practical and compassionate, Yoga Abs is a vote for intuition and self-reliance.”