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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Jillian Kubala, Health, 16 June 2025
The festival will have three stages dedicated to movement, mindfulness and experiential offerings, including meditation; a HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, workout; yoga, Pilates, cardio dance and trampoline classes; pickleball and silent disco.
—Point Loma-Ob Monthly, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 June 2025
But my idea of a workout is a low-impact yoga or Pilates class or, more often, pedaling an exercise bike while watching TV.
—Kathy Roberson, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2025
Guests have 24/7 access to a gym with state-of-the-art equipment, and the Cabana Spa, partnering with Sisley Paris, provides massages, yoga, and breathwork, with instructional programs available seasonally.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
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Jillian Kubala, Health, 16 June 2025
The festival will have three stages dedicated to movement, mindfulness and experiential offerings, including meditation; a HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, workout; yoga, Pilates, cardio dance and trampoline classes; pickleball and silent disco.
—Point Loma-Ob Monthly, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 June 2025
But my idea of a workout is a low-impact yoga or Pilates class or, more often, pedaling an exercise bike while watching TV.
—Kathy Roberson, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2025
Guests have 24/7 access to a gym with state-of-the-art equipment, and the Cabana Spa, partnering with Sisley Paris, provides massages, yoga, and breathwork, with instructional programs available seasonally.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
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“Yoga.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yoga. Accessed 19 Jun. 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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