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  1. Fields of Study
  2. animal physiology
  3. musculoskeletal system physiology
  4. physical activity
  5. exercise
  6. yoga
  1. Fields of Study
  2. animal physiology
  3. musculoskeletal system physiology
  4. physical activity
  5. exercise
  6. yoga
  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. animal physiology
  3. musculoskeletal system physiology
  4. physical activity
  5. exercise
  6. yoga
  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. animal physiology
  3. musculoskeletal system physiology
  4. physical activity
  5. exercise
  6. yoga
  1. Fields of Study
  2. animal physiology
  3. musculoskeletal system physiology
  4. physical activity
  5. exercise
  6. yoga
  1. Animals, Livestock, One Health
  2. animal physiology
  3. musculoskeletal system physiology
  4. physical activity
  5. exercise
  6. yoga

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yoga

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Definition

  • Information A major orthodox system of Hindu philosophy based on Sankhya (metaphysical dualism) but differing from it in being theistic and characterized by the teaching of raja-yoga as a practical method of liberating the self. It includes a system of exercises for attaining bodily or mental control and well-being with liberation of the self and union with the universal spirit.

    Source: Medical Subject Headings 2018

    Type: Concept definition

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