Yoga Quiz #2: What does the word, "Asana" mean in Sanskrit?

Yoga Quiz #2:  What does the word, "Asana" mean in Sanskrit?

A.  Breathwork

B.  Body Posture

C.  Achievement

D.  Meditation

Answer:  

The correct answer is B.  

The word, Asana, means Body Posture.  Originally it meant a seated position (used for meditation), but this has morphed over time to include all variations of yoga asana.   Have you heard the word asana in yoga class?  In class it's usually at the end of Sanskrit words like Tadasana (Mountain Pose/Posture), Vrkshasana (Tree Pose/Posture), and Utkatasana (Chair/Fierce Pose/Posture)...sound familiar?   

What is your favorite yoga asana?

Navasana--Boat Posture/Pose

Utkatasana--Fierce Posture/Pose (AKA Chair Pose)