What Is Yoga? [Infographic]

by Alberto G. Guitron/My Tapas 1 december, 2022

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Anyone who has ever stepped on a yoga mat knows that yoga means much more than just a physical practice with fancy postures and inversions. It’s almost as if each yogi had a personal definition of yoga.

We’ve gathered more than 50 responses on ‘what is yoga?’ and put them together in this infographic. Enjoy!

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About the author Alberto G. Guitron/My Tapas

Maggie and Ben Barragan are the founders of My Tapas. An online store specialized in yoga towels and other accessories.

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