Yoga Journal USA - October 2013
English | PDF | 124 pages | 45.7 mb

On the Cover
56 | The ultimate pose for core strength
17 | 6 ways to beat stress
34 | A peek inside the new Smithsonian yoga exhibit
82 | The yoga diet: It's not what you think
96 | Find peace & quiet in an over-stimulating world
88 | 7 poses for restful sfeep
79 | A twisting sequence for better digestion

features
34 | THE ART OF YOGA
A peek inside the Smithsonian's groundbreaking new yoga exhibit reveals the common threads between modern yogis and those who came before us. by Valerie Reiss
82 | SOUL FOOD
We asked food-loving yogis to share their most memorable meals and the secret ingredients that make them truly satisfying, as told to Lauren Ladoceour and Robin Rinaldi
88 | SWEET SURRENDER
When you can't sleep, yoga's deeper teachings can help you let go and find rest, by Hillari Dowdle

cover credits
model: Kat Concur; stylist: Micah Bishop/ Artist Untied; hair/makeup: Cassie Chapman/ Artist Untied; top; Prana; shorts; American Apparel; photography: David Martinez

yoga lifestyle
17 | OM
Bringing your practice to life A guide to cooking gtuterrfree noodles; Interview with Michael Pollan; the latest research on how to beat stress; plus yoga and wine retreats.
30 | STYLE
Under cover Bundle up without adding bulk by layering accessories for warmth and style.
45 | EATING WISELY Humble roots 
Add flavor, color, and nutrition to fall dishes by celebrating the whole vegetable. by Tara Duggan
106 | REVIEWS
New books, CDs, and DVDs, featuring an interview with AcroYoga co-founder and peace activist Jason Nerner; plus a guide to yoga for a healthy backr yoga practices for kids, and new music from Donna De Lory and Daniel Paul.

practice
56 | BASICS Upward extended foot pose
Build core strength while developing stability and stillness with Urdhva Prasarita Padasana. by Nikki Costello
79 | HOME PRACTICE WITH CLAIRE MI5SINGHAM
Spin doctor Revolve from the ground up with a practice that supports digestion and brings you into the present
96 | MASTERCLASS Depth perception 
Use this quieting twist to pause and check in with your inner life, by Stephanie Snyder

inspiration
65 | WISDOM Learning curve 
Here's what you need to know to be in a healthy, modern student-teacher relationship, by Sally Kempton
120 | YOGA SCENE  Roll call 
A self-proclaimed city girl makes herself at home in the country by balancing on a bale of hay.

in every issue
10 | EDITOR'S LETTER
13 | CONTRIBUTORS
14 | LETTERS
115 | YOGA PAGES
117 | LIVING WELL
118 | CLASSIFIEDS