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| '''''The Science of Yoga: The Risks and the Rewards''''' is a 2012 book by ]. | '''''The Science of Yoga: The Risks and the Rewards''''' is a 2012 book by ]. | ||
| Broad investigates the veracity of health claims associated with yoga, |
Broad investigates the veracity of health claims associated with ], using ]s. Broad, who has practiced yoga since 1970, examines these claims with a neutral perspective, guided by inquiry and thorough research. His findings both confirm and debunk various assertions about yoga’s benefits, such as its effects on anxiety and aging, while clarifying that it does not significantly impact weight loss.<ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/05/books/review/the-science-of-yoga-considers-the-practices-benefits.html|title=Going to the Mats (Published 2012)|date=February 3, 2012}}</ref> | ||
| Broad's analysis extends to evaluating the scientific rigor of the studies he reviews, including the reputation of the journals in which they are published and the methodologies used. His research journey also explores yoga’s historical roots in India, uncovering its transformation from ancient practices to its modern Western iteration. The book presents an unbiased look at the evidence surrounding yoga’s effects and its historical context, providing a detailed account of its evolution and cultural adaptation.<ref |
Broad's analysis extends to evaluating the scientific rigor of the studies he reviews, including the reputation of the journals in which they are published and the methodologies used. His research journey also explores yoga’s historical roots in India, uncovering its transformation from ancient practices to its modern Western iteration. The book presents an unbiased look at the evidence surrounding yoga’s effects and its historical context, providing a detailed account of its evolution and cultural adaptation.<ref name="auto"/> | ||
| ==Reception== | ==Reception== | ||
| The book has been reviewed by the '']''<ref>https://nytimes.com/2012/02/05/books/review/the-science-of-yoga-considers-the-practices-benefits.html</ref>, the '']''<ref>https://www.latimes.com/entertainment/la-xpm-2012-feb-06-la-et-book-20120206-story.html</ref>, and '']''.<ref>https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/william-j-broad/science-yoga/</ref> | The book has been reviewed by the '']''<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://nytimes.com/2012/02/05/books/review/the-science-of-yoga-considers-the-practices-benefits.html|title=Going to the Mats (Published 2012)|date=February 3, 2012}}</ref>, the '']''<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.latimes.com/entertainment/la-xpm-2012-feb-06-la-et-book-20120206-story.html|title=Book review: 'The Science of Yoga: The Risks and the Rewards'|first1=Connie|last1=Stewart|first2=Los Angeles|last2=Times|date=February 6, 2012|website=Los Angeles Times}}</ref>, and '']''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/william-j-broad/science-yoga/|title=THE SCIENCE OF YOGA | Kirkus Reviews|via=www.kirkusreviews.com}}</ref> | ||
| ==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 22:05, 18 December 2024
The Science of Yoga: The Risks and the Rewards is a 2012 book by William Broad.
Broad investigates the veracity of health claims associated with yoga, using scientific methods. Broad, who has practiced yoga since 1970, examines these claims with a neutral perspective, guided by inquiry and thorough research. His findings both confirm and debunk various assertions about yoga’s benefits, such as its effects on anxiety and aging, while clarifying that it does not significantly impact weight loss.
Broad's analysis extends to evaluating the scientific rigor of the studies he reviews, including the reputation of the journals in which they are published and the methodologies used. His research journey also explores yoga’s historical roots in India, uncovering its transformation from ancient practices to its modern Western iteration. The book presents an unbiased look at the evidence surrounding yoga’s effects and its historical context, providing a detailed account of its evolution and cultural adaptation.
Reception
The book has been reviewed by the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, and Kirkus Reviews.
References
- ^ "Going to the Mats (Published 2012)". February 3, 2012.
- "Going to the Mats (Published 2012)". February 3, 2012.
- Stewart, Connie; Times, Los Angeles (February 6, 2012). "Book review: 'The Science of Yoga: The Risks and the Rewards'". Los Angeles Times.
- "THE SCIENCE OF YOGA | Kirkus Reviews" – via www.kirkusreviews.com.