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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There’s also the Cat Cafe Lounge in West Los Angeles that, in addition to visiting the cat cafe, the lounge also hosts events such as painting classes, sound bath sessions and cat yoga.
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Carolyn Burt, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
Join a Tuesday night restorative yoga class at The Lab or register for a low-cost Park District fitness class.
—Monica Eng, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
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Other skilled workers, such as yoga teachers, tai chi, and martial arts instructors, can also teach deep breathing techniques.
—Michael Menna, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
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Carolyn Burt, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
Join a Tuesday night restorative yoga class at The Lab or register for a low-cost Park District fitness class.
—Monica Eng, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
Helicopter rides, scuba/snorkeling private yoga sessions and personal concierge shopping at Sindalah’s high-end retailers—including Kiton, Jil Sander, and Santoni—were part of the itinerary.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
Other skilled workers, such as yoga teachers, tai chi, and martial arts instructors, can also teach deep breathing techniques.
—Michael Menna, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Yoga.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yoga. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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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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