Yoga: Ancient Indian practice has been turned on its head

November 19, 2008 By Rebecca Dellagloria

You can do it in the air. Or by sea. You can do it if you're young. Or old. Or in 100-plus-degree rooms (Bikram yoga).



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  • Ensa - Nov 20, 2008
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    I practice yoga, although buddhist rather than hindu.
    It's great.
    But what is this doing on Physorg???
    E.
  • Oderfla - Nov 22, 2008
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    yo, e, what's awesome is that whatever you want on physorg you can get. browse the tabs!!

    love the site. check it everyday. it's so encompassing.

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