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The science of yoga, the risks and the rewards, William J. Broad

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The science of yoga, the risks and the rewards, William J. Broad

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 285-289) and index

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illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The science of yoga

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

776967120

Responsibility statement

William J. Broad

Sub title

the risks and the rewards

Summary

This book draws on more than a century of research to present an evaluation of a practice that is thousands of years old. It celebrates what's real and shows what's illusory, describes what's uplifting and beneficial and what's flaky and dangerous -- and why. William Broad, a lifelong practitioner, illuminates how yoga can lift moods and inspire creativity. He also exposes moves that can cripple and kill. As science often does, this book reveals a body of evidence that raises questions about whether humans have latent capabilities for entering states of suspended animation and unremitting sexual bliss. The author takes us on a tour of unknown yoga that goes from old archives in Calcutta to the world capitals of medical research, from storied ashrams to spotless laboratories, from sweaty yoga studios with master teachers to the cozy offices of yoga healers. Broad unveils a burgeoning global industry that attracts not only curious scientists but true believers and charismatic hustlers

Table Of Contents

Main characters -- Styles of yoga -- Chronology -- Health -- Fit perfection -- Moods -- Risk of injury -- Healing -- Divine sex -- Muse -- Afterword: The outcry

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