8 popular yoga styles and their health benefits

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[{"selector":"#anim-d9a477be-5258-431c-8b8d-1293def8239c [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(7.812499744007886%, 0, 0) translate(25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.14,.34,.47,.9)","fill":"forwards"}] International Yoga Day, observed annually on June 21st, commemorates the ancient practice's roots in India. Derived from Sanskrit, the term "yoga" signifies unity and connection.

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Hatha Yoga

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Ashtanga Yoga

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Bikram Yoga

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Power Yoga

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Iyengar Yoga

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Kripalu Yoga

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Restorative Yoga

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Kundalini Yoga

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