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hatha yoga

American  
[hath-uh-yoh-guh, huht-uh-] / ˈhæθ əˈjoʊ gə, ˈhʌt ə- /

noun

  1. (in yoga) a method utilizing physical exercises to control the body and attain union of the self with the Supreme Being.


hatha yoga British  
/ ˈhæθə-, ˈhʌtə- /

noun

  1. (sometimes capitals) a form of yoga concerned chiefly with the regulation of breathing by exercises consisting of various postures designed to maintain healthy functioning of the body and to induce mental calm Compare raja yoga

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of hatha yoga

First recorded in 1810–20; from Sanskrit haṭhayoga, equivalent to haṭha “force” + yoga ( def. )

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Yoga Foundations is a slow-paced hatha yoga class for anyone and everyone.

From Washington Post Jul. 28, 2017

The techniques of hatha yoga draw her up through the body, and, as she rises she awakens latent energy.

From Salon Mar. 27, 2016

Yoga for Insomnia is based on traditional hatha yoga practices and incorporates poses that stretch and relax the body.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 26, 2016

Jyotirmayananda and a teacher from Portugal who has adopted what he calls the spiritual name of Arjuna are instructing me in the form of hatha yoga practised at the centres.

From The Guardian Jun. 21, 2015

Only in the modern era has hatha yoga been transformed into a wholesome, accessible regimen for health and well-being.

From The New Yorker Aug. 23, 2014

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