{"product_id":"yoga-asana-anatomy-book-hermann-traitteur","title":"Yoga Asana Anatomy Book - Dr. Hermann Traitteur","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Dr. Hermann Traitteur (Orthopedic Specialist \u0026amp; Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage \u0026amp; Extras:\u003c\/b\u003e English edition featuring a foreword by Geeta S. Iyengar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Approach:\u003c\/b\u003e Bridges complex medical science with practical alignment, focusing on how muscle groups function collectively during practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePedagogical Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e Follows classic Iyengar sequencing by mapping the body from the outside in (legs and arms first, moving toward the torso and neck).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYoga Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Features illustrations and instructions designed to complement Geeta S. Iyengar’s \u003ci\u003eYoga in Action\u003c\/i\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTherapeutic Value:\u003c\/b\u003e Connects anatomical structures to common musculoskeletal issues, offering practical, preventative asana tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReader Features:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes vibrant full-color pictures, bilingual terminology (English with Latin in parentheses), and quick chapter summaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding Your Practice Through the Lens of Medicine and Iyengar Yoga\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeepen your alignment with \u003cb\u003eYoga Asana Anatomy\u003c\/b\u003e, an indispensable guidebook written specifically for yoga practitioners, teachers, and dedicated students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are looking to master the mechanics of your own body or seeking a reliable resource for teaching others, this book bridges the gap between complex medical science and practical, on-the-mat experience. Written by \u003cb\u003eDr. Hermann Traitteur\u003c\/b\u003e—a licensed medical doctor with a background in orthopedics and decades of experience as an advanced Iyengar yoga teacher—this book makes anatomy beautifully accessible, clear, and deeply relevant to your daily practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Heartfelt Partnership Born in Germany\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Ananda Hum, we curate our collection not just for quality, but through genuine human connections. This partnership was born beautifully in June 2026 at the \u003cb\u003eGerman Iyengar Yoga Convention\u003c\/b\u003e, where I met Hermann and his partner Simon. Meeting these two truly beautiful souls made it clear that this book belonged in our shop. Infusing meaningful, transparent relationships with suppliers is at the very core of what I do, and I am overjoyed to bring this book to my community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage Note:\u003c\/b\u003e The version available here at Ananda Hum is the \u003cb\u003eEnglish edition\u003c\/b\u003e (featuring a beautifully written foreword by Geeta S. Iyengar and contributions by Lois Steinberg). If you are looking for the original \u003cb\u003eGerman version\u003c\/b\u003e, you can acquire it directly from Hermann’s website at \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/iyengar-yoga-berlin.de\/shop\/yoga-asana-anatomy\/\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIyengar Yoga Berlin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Book is Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost medical textbooks are too complex for yoga practitioners, while many yoga anatomy books lack rigorous medical precision. Dr. Traitteur developed this material after realizing his teacher trainees needed something better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccessible to All:\u003c\/b\u003e Technical terms are listed first in English, with Latin terms in parentheses, making it highly readable for laypeople while remaining a fascinating guide for medical professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual \u0026amp; Structured:\u003c\/b\u003e Each anatomical theme is coupled with vibrant color pictures and illustrations, ending with a short summary for ultimate clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRooted in Iyengar Tradition:\u003c\/b\u003e The instructions and illustrations beautifully complement standard Iyengar works, drawing closely from Geeta S. Iyengar’s \u003ci\u003eYoga in Action\u003c\/i\u003e series and Annette Herrenleben's sequencing work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTherapeutic \u0026amp; Preventative:\u003c\/b\u003e The book connects anatomy directly to common musculoskeletal pathologies and health problems, offering invaluable tips on which asanas can be practiced as preventative measures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom Extremities to the Core\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the traditional learning progression of Iyengar Yoga, the book teaches anatomy from the outside in. You will explore how the movement of the arms and legs directly impacts the torso, chest, and neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than memorizing isolated muscles, you will learn to understand \u003cb\u003emuscle groups and how they function together\u003c\/b\u003e to initiate and maintain actions. This approach unlocks the ability to eventually grasp the subtle, micro-actions that define advanced practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Author: Dr. Hermann Traitteur\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Hermann Traitteur brings an extraordinary combination of expertise to the page. After studying medicine and beginning his career in an orthopedic clinic in Berlin, he completed his Iyengar Yoga Teacher Training in San Francisco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith B.K.S. Iyengar’s personal blessings, he co-founded the \u003ci\u003eIyengar Yoga Institute of Berlin\u003c\/i\u003e, where he runs regular classes alongside a specialized yoga therapy practice. Since the late 1990s, he has been a principal lecturer and assessor for teacher training programs across Germany. His medical dissertation, published in 2012, focused specifically on the positive effects of Iyengar Yoga on chronic neck pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBring a wealth of medical and yogic wisdom to your library. Add the English edition of \u003ci\u003eYoga Asana Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e to your practice today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"COVERCO BRANDS SL - Ananda Hum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54099988218193,"sku":null,"price":49.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0081\/6303\/3141\/files\/iyengar-book-yoga-asana-anatomy-hermann-traitteur.png?v=1781861139","url":"https:\/\/ananda-hum.com\/fr-fr\/products\/yoga-asana-anatomy-book-hermann-traitteur","provider":"COVERCO BRANDS SL - Ananda Hum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}