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Kripalu Yoga Teacher in the Twin Cities

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ujjayi

Translation

victorious

Other Translations

conquering, "to lift up"

Background

ujjayi is a pranayama (breathing technique) practiced simultaneously with asana (postures) in modern yoga

Related Topics

  • Breathing

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