The word yoga is often interpreted as "union" or a method of discipline from the Sanskrit word "yuj" (to yoke or bind). A doctor is called a yogi, a practitioner, yogini.
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The contemporary Western approach to yoga is not based on religion or belief, however Yoga is rooted in Hinduism and Brahmanism. Yoga was developed by seers or ascetics who live mainly in the southern regions of India. The lights were observed nature and lived as close as possible to the earth, the study of the various aspects of nature, animals and themselves. By observing and imitating different postures and habits of the animal kingdom, we were able to develop grace, strength and wisdom.