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Asana

By Ann Pizer, About.com

Updated February 03, 2008

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Definition: Sanskrit word for posture or seat. The physical type of yoga that is a form of exercise. Used as a suffix in the Sanskrit names for yoga poses. One of the eight limbs of yoga.
Examples:
Ashtanga is a type of vigorous asana practice.

Bring yourself into Trikonasana.

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