YOGA FOR BEGINNERS – MARK ANSARI + LIZ LARK

This book is spiral bound and can be propped up on a table to give you a great ‘how to do a posture’ guide.  Not just for beginners, the suggested flow of postures is a great practice for anyone.  There are clear explanations of the postures, lots of pictures and easy to read sections on the history, benefits and purpose of practice.

ASANA PRANAYAMA MUDRA BANDHA – SW SATYANANDA SARASWATI

This is an in depth guide to practice – starting from the very beginning with extremely clear explanations and exercises suitable for all.  If you only want to buy 1 yoga book – this is the one to get.  No gimmicks – just well written explanations.

THE COMPLETE IDIOTS GUIDE TO YOGA – JOAN BUILOVSKY + EVE ADAMSON

This book is an easy read – great for people who like to dip in to find out all sorts of bits’n’pieces from Sanskrit terms to suggestions for yoga practice.  It’s also available on Kindle for all those who like a bit of techno gadgetry!