Yoga Language

Yoga lingo for beginners - Ekhart Yoga

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1. Yoga – to ‘yoke’ or ‘bind’ – often interpreted as ‘union’ (the union of breath, body and mind). Watch: Why do we practice yoga? with Andrew Wrenn 2. Asana – literally translates as ‘seat’ – but the more modern interpretation of the word denotes physical postures or …

Guide to Yoga Lingo: Terms, Anatomy, and More - Greatist

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The Ultimate Guide to Yoga Lingo Methods Yoga poses Anatomy terms Catchphrases tl;dr Starting out in yoga can be confusing to the say the least. There are …

79 Yoga Words and Sanskrit Terms to Know for Class

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Most yoga instructors guide their classes through sequences using both Sanskrit–the classical Indian language used in yoga–and the English translations for the …

The language of yoga - explained - Skill Yoga

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YOGA. While the word itself is derived from two different Sanskrit roots, the …

Yoga Lingo 101: A Beginners Guide to Speaking Like a …

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Getting to Know the Language of Yoga | eomega.org

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Originating in ancient India and considered to be one of the oldest languages on Earth, Sanskrit is still relevant to yoga practice today. Sanskrit is, quite literally, the language of yoga. Many of the chants you sing in …

39 Yoga Terms You Keep Hearing in Class | BODi - The …

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A shala is a yoga school that, literally translated, means “house” in Sanskrit. While most styles of yoga in the West are practiced at what we call studios, some …

5 Sanskrit Words Every Yogi Should Know - Yoga Journal

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1. Asana. My first yoga teacher put the accent on the second syllable, like this: ah-SAW’-nah. I still think that has a nice ring to it. But the correct pronunciation is …

Yoga - Wikipedia

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Yoga ( / ˈjoʊɡə / ( listen); [1] Sanskrit: योग, lit. 'yoke' or 'union' pronounced [joːɡɐ]) is a group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines which originated in ancient India …

What is Yoga? - Definition from Yogapedia

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The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root yuj, meaning “to yoke,” or “to unite”. The practice aims to create union between body, mind and spirit, as well as …