
The Science of Yoga
The Risks and Rewards
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Narrado por:
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Matthew Boston
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William J. Broad
In this remarkable book about yoga, William Broad, a lifelong practitioner, shows us that uncommon states are integral to a hidden world of risk and reward that lies beneath clouds of myth, superstition, and hype.
Five years in the making, The Science of Yoga draws on more than a century of painstaking research to present the first impartial evaluation of a practice 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. Broad illuminates how yoga can lift moods and inspire creativity. He exposes moves that can cripple and kill. As science often does, this groundbreaking book also reveals mysteries. It presents a fascinating body of evidence that raises questions about whether humans have latent capabilities for entering states of suspended animation and unremitting sexual bliss.
The Science of Yoga takes us on a riveting 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. In the end, he shatters myths, lays out unexpected benefits, and offers a compelling vision of how the ancient practice can be improved.
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The second half of the book is not nearly as good, as broad goes out on a limb time and time again - making claims without much scientific basis. The chapters on injury, healing, sexual drive and creativity all lack the substance shown in the first half of the book.
Still a good read to any interested to yogi and yogini.
Started strong, then went downhill
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all exercise/health books should be like this
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I have heard long time yogis complain that weight loss is hard. This book explains why. Yoga decreases your metabolism. Adding yoga to your lifestyle all else held equal (like continuing to eat the same), yoga will cause you to gain weight. This is really important to know. My friend complaining about weight loss was putting in more effort by adding more yoga. This tells you more yoga wont do it. Cut calories from your diet and add some other exercise.
Similarly with fitness. A 10 minute run will increase your fitness more than an additional hour of yoga. Good to know.
Based on the chapter about the dangers, I will be personally cutting some asanas from my practice.
The sex thing is interesting. The last chapter on creativity you can skip. I'm glad I listened to it.
Evidence based review of yoga
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Good look at yoga in context
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First yoga book you should read.
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Very informative and thought provoking
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Excellent book ~ great insight into science of yoga throughout the years.
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Thank you so much for this😊
Great!
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Dry even for this scientist.
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Makes me think and act differently at yoga...
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