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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For this stretch, often used in both Pilates and yoga, start on all fours with your hands under your shoulders and knees under your hips.
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Nature and Movement: Walk in nature, exercise, or practice yoga to help release emotions physically.
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With outdoor classic movies, a DJ spinning tunes at the lounge with fireplaces, and alfresco yoga, this is a place to relax after a hike.
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Mara King, of Portage, came with her brother’s girlfriend as a guest and has done yoga on and off for a few years.
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Emma Yasinski, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
Nature and Movement: Walk in nature, exercise, or practice yoga to help release emotions physically.
—Karin Eldor, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
With outdoor classic movies, a DJ spinning tunes at the lounge with fireplaces, and alfresco yoga, this is a place to relax after a hike.
—Carole Rosenblat, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2025
Mara King, of Portage, came with her brother’s girlfriend as a guest and has done yoga on and off for a few years.
—Deena Butterfield, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2025
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“Yoga.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yoga. Accessed 30 Jan. 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
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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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