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its ancient roots going back over thousands of years,
Yoga is a discipline which s greatly developed over
the centuries resulting in a variety of yoga practices
and branches.
Each of the branches of Yoga being practiced today
has developed spontaneously to serve a variety of
different needs and purposes and as an an offshoot
of Yoga and not a substitute for it. Each branch serves
the purpose of harmonizing the equilibrium between
mind and body.
The main branches of Yoga are detailed as follows:
- For those interested in increasing their state
of mind and well being, the practice of hatha Yoga,
considered to be one of the primary forms of modern
physical therapy could be the branch for you. Apart
from the practice of meditation, hatha Yoga also
teaches a series of significant postures (known
as asana in yoga terminology) and breathing exercises
(known as panoramas).
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