1
capitalized
: a Hindu theistic philosophy teaching the suppression of all activity of body, mind, and will in order that the self may realize its distinction from them and attain liberation
2
: a system of physical postures, breathing techniques, and sometimes meditation derived from Yoga but often practiced independently especially in Western cultures to promote physical and emotional well-being
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The peaceful ambiance associated with luxury is one, but so too is more time spent on the floor—playing with toys, doing yoga, or watching movies.
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025
Washable rugs, certain yoga mats, and even some silicone kitchen tools can also all make their way into the wash, shares Petrino.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2025
Anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes of pedaling on her Peloton and a mix of strength training or yoga.
—David Oliver, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025
As part of his daily routine, Combs, 55, is woken up for breakfast at 7 a.m. and afterwords has time to exercise in a room with yoga mats and a small basketball hoop, or to hang in a communal space with a ping-pong table and a TV.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2025
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025
Washable rugs, certain yoga mats, and even some silicone kitchen tools can also all make their way into the wash, shares Petrino.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2025
Anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes of pedaling on her Peloton and a mix of strength training or yoga.
—David Oliver, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025
As part of his daily routine, Combs, 55, is woken up for breakfast at 7 a.m. and afterwords has time to exercise in a room with yoga mats and a small basketball hoop, or to hang in a communal space with a ping-pong table and a TV.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2025
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“Yoga.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yoga. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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yoga
noun
yo·ga
ˈyō-gə 
1
capitalized
: a Hindu philosophy teaching that by holding back the activity of one's body, mind, and will one can know one's true self and be free
2
: a system of exercises for gaining bodily or mental control and well-being
Medical Definition
yoga
noun
yo·ga
ˈyō-gə
1
capitalized
: a Hindu theistic philosophy teaching the suppression of all activity of body, mind, and will in order that the self may realize its distinction from them and attain liberation
2
: a system of physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation derived from Yoga but often practiced independently especially in Western cultures to promote bodily or mental control and well-being see hatha yoga
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