Ashtanga Yoga: Practice & Philosophy
Gregor MaehleA practical and philosophical guide to Ashtanga Vinyasa, including breath, bandhas, drishti, vinyasa and the Primary Series.
Recommended Reading
Build a deeper yoga library
Nine books from the source reading list, spanning practice, philosophy, anatomy, pranayama and Yin Yoga.
Reading List
Books to keep returning to
These titles are useful companions for teacher training and long-term personal study.
Yoga Mala
Sri K. Pattabhi JoisA foundational Ashtanga text outlining practice, philosophy, Sun Salutations and the traditional sequence.
Four Chapters on Freedom
Swami Satyananda SaraswatiA detailed commentary on Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and the path of Raja Yoga.
Functional Anatomy of Yoga
David KeilA clear bridge between anatomy, integrated movement and practical yoga teaching.
Light on Pranayama
B.K.S. IyengarA classic guide to yogic breathing, relaxation and the progressive practice of pranayama.
The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga
Bernie ClarkAn accessible exploration of Yin Yoga philosophy, anatomy, energetic concepts and postures.
The Heart of Yoga
T.K.V. DesikacharA practical view of developing a yoga practice that responds to the individual practitioner.
Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha
Swami Satyananda SaraswatiA broad reference covering asana, pranayama, mudra, bandha, chakras and cleansing practices.
Yoga Anatomy
Leslie Kaminoff & Amy MatthewsAn illustrated study of how breathing, joints, muscles and body position interact in yoga postures.
