Call me biased, but I think the world would be a much better (calmer, happier and nicer) place if everyone did yoga. It can help so many of our day-to-day troubles.

Had a rough day? Do yoga.

Need an afternoon pick-me-up? Try yoga.

Feeling blue? Yoga again.

Have a tension headache. Yep, yoga.

Sometimes it's hard to figure out which poses can help your current situation. That's why I love these new workout cards, Yoga to the Rescue: Remedies for Real Girls. They're portable, easy to read and full of poses that will help you feel balanced and centered no matter what ails you.

Here's what they say:
"Yoga to the Rescue is an engagingly illustrated guide that tackles every girl's dilemma and pain in 7 useful categories, from Sexy to Sanity. User-friendly for yoga beginners, yet challenging enough for yoginis!

The front of each card features a yoga pose and an easier version. Back of each card provides: Detailed instructions on how to get into the pose; Benefits—both mental and physical; and Focus points—key elements that will help you achieve the correct pose.

Details:
• Size: 5x5 in. square
• fabulous 64-card set
• 48 classic yoga poses
• Super-thick cardstock
• Printed on FSC Certified recycled paper
• Fastened with a removable book ring— keeps cards neatly together"


We say:
Though the content is presented in a fun and light-hearted way, with colorful illustrations and humorous taglines, Yoga to the Rescue takes yoga seriously. You'll find explanations about the basics of yoga, from bandhas (energy locks) and drishti (gaze) to posture and accessories to ease you into poses.

The cards include both the Sanskrit and English names for each pose, which is helpful for beginners. They also list modifications for newbies, tips to prevent injury and a step-by-step illustration.

The card set, which is conveniently held together by a metal ring, has routines to help with every mood: Sexy (fitness and confidence), Calm (stress relief), Energy (boost and invigorate), Restore (feel like a kid again), Cleanse (detox and purify), Sanity (mood and balance and Ragtime (PMS and period relief).

Take a look at a couple of the poses:







Pretty entertaining and educating, I think! This is a great resource for yogis who travel frequently. You've got asanas (poses) at your fingertips.

You can buy it straight from the source at RescueGirl.com for just $17.95.

Would you try these cards? What is your favorite yoga pose? Which of these routines could benefit you most? Today I'm most in need of ENERGY!