Bikram Yoga is a challenging series of 26 asanas, or postures, which are designed to systematically stretch, strengthen and restore health to every part of the body. Scientifically designed by Bikram Choudhury, founder of the Worlwide Yoga College, this 90-minute program is performed in a heated room. Visit their website for more information about the classes and the rates. The Cambridge studio is in Harvard Square, and there are two Boston branches in Boston in the Leather District and Bikram Yoga Boston: Back Bay.

Founded in 1982, Humanscale is recognized as the leading manufacturer of ergonomic products for the office. This office is located in the Leather District and their diverse product range helps ensure that individuals who spend hours each day in front of a computer, do so in maximum comfort and with minimal long-term health risks. To achieve this result, Human Scale's philosophy regarding product design is this: Technology can make simple things complicated or complicated things simple. We believe in the latter approach and strive to design products that combine uncompromising function and honest aesthetics with ultimate ease-of-use. In other words, Human Scale produces fancy office chairs.

The Institute was founded in 1975 to promote Wushu as a sport, health exercise and poerforming art. It continues to support the publication of instructional materials.

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