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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The bootcut design can be worn from yoga class to running errands and everything in between.
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Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2025
Exercise, meditation, breathing exercises, yoga, and relaxing hobbies can all help reduce patients’ stress levels.
—Team Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2025
While sufferers of insomnia may be fed up with hearing suggestions like meditation, mindfulness and yoga, there’s a reason that they’re so often recommended: there’s ample research that lends support to their effectiveness.
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Once you’re cleared for activity, do low-impact exercises like walking, yoga, swimming, and bicycling.
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Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2025
Exercise, meditation, breathing exercises, yoga, and relaxing hobbies can all help reduce patients’ stress levels.
—Team Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2025
While sufferers of insomnia may be fed up with hearing suggestions like meditation, mindfulness and yoga, there’s a reason that they’re so often recommended: there’s ample research that lends support to their effectiveness.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Once you’re cleared for activity, do low-impact exercises like walking, yoga, swimming, and bicycling.
—Diana Kelly Levey, People.com, 1 Apr. 2025
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“Yoga.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yoga. Accessed 14 Apr. 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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