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July 14, 2015
Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self- Bhagavad Gita
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Dr Annapoorna Acharya enlightened us with simple terms, the science and physiology behind yoga, the components of yoga practice such as asanas [physical postures], pranayama [breathing exercises], dhyana [meditation] and relaxation techniques. She also addressed misconcepts of yoga and how diet and lifestyle modifications attain calmness of mind.
Dr Manjari Chandra, an MSc student of Yoga demonstrated few of asanas, pranayama and dhyana techniques and facilitated the demonstration.
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Faculty members and students were benefitted by the lecture and demonstration and have got the eagerness and enthusiasm to start yoga practice in their daily life.
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