Roga

Disease or ailment. In the yogic view, roga arises from imbalance among the elements of body, mind, and vital energy.

Haṭha Yoga explicitly presents itself as a method to eliminate roga. According to classical texts, diseases are obstacles that prevent spiritual progress and must first be addressed through physical practice.

The relationship between asana, pranayama, and health is central to Haṭha Yoga: a body free of roga is the necessary foundation for subtler practices.