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Mysore

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Updated July 08, 2011

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Definition: A self-led variation of Ashtanga yoga, done without a teacher calling out the poses. Students practice at their own pace and level of ability, but in the company of other students and with the encouragement and advice of a teacher as needed. The name Mysore comes from the city in India where Ashtanga yoga guru Sri K. Pattabhi Jois lived and taught.
Pronunciation: my-sore

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