The Yoga Directory

by linda-doeser

Yoga is not simply another form of exercise; it is a system of gentle physical and spiritual techniques for achieving balance and harmony, both within yourself and with your environment. The Yoga Directory makes the ideal starter manual or refresher course, taking the reader on a unique journey of self-discovery. It The underlying philosophy and some of the different yoga paths and techniques Traditional classic and popular Western poses, complete with warming-up exercises, step-by-step instructions, tips, and advice A range of programs based on the graded yoga poses, including stretches, bends, spinal twists, and inverted positions Ideas on adapting yoga to fit your own lifestyle and to reduce the stresses of everyday life

Genres: Fitness, Nonfiction

208 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[Jackie Gately]

Good reference.

[Virginia]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[Sally]

Good overview and love the visuals with all the pics!

[Addison]

The Yoga Directory by Linda Doeser is a helpful visual guide for beginners or those seeking a gentle return to their yoga practice. It offers a well-structured overview of yoga’s philosophy and physical benefits, with detailed breakdowns of poses, stretches, and simple routines to match different needs. While it doesn’t go especially deep into any one tradition, its clarity and accessibility make it a solid starting point. It’s more practical than spiritual, ideal for readers looking to integrate mindful movement into a modern lifestyle.

[Crystal (VanillaHearts62)]

I use this book when I do yoga at home and it has helped a lot! Of course having an instructor would be more beneficial but I am shy and this does the trick. There is a bit of a history lesson at the beginning which is interesting. I like the colour photographs of the poses and the suggested programs in the back. It is divided between beginners and intermediates with little tabs so it is easy to flick to the page you want. Plus I got it for mega cheap, so can't lose.

[Gail]

This is a really nice introduction to yoga. The introduction explains some of the different kinds of yoga, but not very exhaustively. You'll need to go somewhere else for that. The strength of the book is the very clear photos of the postures presented in a beginner chapter and a more advanced. The glossary is also very helpful to this beginner.

[Lulu]

a very nice book that i am reading ,
i recomend yoga for every body , it provides tranquility and inner peace to your soul.
It's a simple guide, talks about all kinds of yoga and it's history with brief definitions of their terminologies.

[Kellea]

This is a great resource for anyone who is a yoga beginner with a need to learn the basics about yoga. The history lesson at the beginning is great and the vivid photos that accompany each yoga post are fantastic. It's definitely something you should add to your fitness book collection.

[Shaunda]

I love this book! Its easy to follow along, with good descriptions of the various poses, and good pictures as well.

[Jodi]

A descriptive guide to yoga informative enough for a beginner but not as good as a yoga class. I find it helpful between classes to remember some of the poses.

[SpiritualJunky]

Great as a guide and even good for the beginner but it doesn't replace having an instructor there helping you get into the correct positions.

[Marie M]

Also just reninded me what I learned in the '70's...passed this one onto my spouse also.

[Crystal]

If yoga asanas books are you're kind of thing this one an A+.