The purpose of the traditional Hatha Yoga was to achieve balance between mind and,,,
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which is a general term that refers to the physical branches of the ancient Indian philosophy.
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Other types of yoga focus mainly on breathing, relaxation, and meditation.
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Some of the yoga styles focus on strengthening the body while others focus on flexibility.
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While most of them are based on the same ancient postures, each yoga style has a different focus.
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If you want to start practicing yoga, here is a quick guide to the basic types of yoga.
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One of its appeal is that it can be practiced by elders and it can improve the overall physical fitness of athletes.

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