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The science of yoga : the myths and the rewards / Print William J. Broad. - 1st Simon & Schuster hardcover ed. - New York : Simon & Schuster, 2012. - xxxi, 298 p. : ill. ; 25 cm. Hardback book.

Main characters -- Styles of yoga -- Chronology -- Health -- Fit perfection -- Moods -- Risk of injury -- Healing -- Divine sex -- Muse.

Broad takes us on a riveting tour of yoga that goes from old archives in Calcutta to the world capitals of medical research. He unveils a burgeoning global industry that attracts true believers-- and charismatic hustlers.

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Hatha yoga.
Health and fitness / Yoga.
Science / Life Sciences / General.
Health and fitness / General.

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