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Abhyanga.
Herbalized oil-massage performed by two therapists, sometimes followed by hot-towel treatment.

Acupressure.
Glossary under revision.

Acupuncture.
Chinese medicine.

Aesclepions.
Glossary under revision.

Aerobics.
Physical activity, such as walking, running, swimming, or dance, which employs the large muscle groups of the body and elevates the heart rate. Excellent for weight loss through fat burning.

Alexander Technique.
A massage system created in the 1890’s by the Australian actor F.M. Alexander and designed to improve posture and correct physical habits that cause stress.

Alogtherapy.
Glossary under revision.

Anaerobic.
Glossary under revision.

Aquaerobics.
Aerobic workouts in a pool that combine water resistance and body movements.
Helps to strengthen body and tone muscles.

Aromatherapy.
Glossary under revision.

Asana.
Glossary under revision.

Ashram.
Devotional retreat centre dedicated to the study of yoga, meditation, eastern philosophy and spirituality.

Aslan Therapy.
Glossary under revision.

Ayurveda.
A 5,000 year-old Indian philosophy of well-being that uses oils, massage, herbs, diet and lifestyle modification to restore perfect balance to a body.