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“However beautifully we carry out an asana, however flexible our body may be, if we do not achieve the integration of body, breath, and mind we cannot claim that what we are doing is yoga.”

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T. K. V. Desikachar
T. K. V. Desikachar

T. K. V. Desikachar was an Indian yoga teacher renowned for his profound understanding of yoga philosophy and techniques. His teaching method emphasizes individual differences and adaptability, which has had a significant impact on the development of modern yoga. more

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