yoga practices

Ancient flexibility disciplines

Yoga practices are the various physical, mental, and spiritual disciplines that make up yoga.

The term encompasses postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), meditation, and ethical guidelines.

Someone might follow traditional yoga practices rooted in Hindu philosophy or adopt Western fitness-focused yoga practices: Her yoga practices include twenty minutes of meditation each morning.

Related

vinyasa · vipassana · mind body · meditation · mindfulness meditation · breathwork · wellness program · instructor · downward dog · exercise · lotus · flexibility · pose · om · warrior · mountain pose · child's pose · corpse pose

Opposites
movement intensity and impact

yoga practiceshigh-intensity interval training

Exercise alternating exertion and rest

HIIT · CrossFit · aerobics · plyometrics · cardio kickboxing

mind-body integration vs. pure physicality

yoga practicescompetitive sports

Organized physical contests

weightlifting · bodybuilding · contact sports · boxing · football

traditional Eastern vs. modern Western exercise

yoga practicesaerobics

Heart-strengthening group exercises

Jazzercise · Zumba · step aerobics · gym culture · CrossFit

Family

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