Bikram Yoga

Bikram Yoga

Yoga has been practiced for many centuries because of its
mental and physical benefits.

Today, there are many different
styles of that practice,
can be used for specific reasons
– one of them is

is often enjoyed by beginners of all shapes, sizes, ages and
health conditions to help lose weight.

It is a challenging form of hatha yoga, systematically designed
to work the entire body for an hour and thirty minutes.

Its target is to create
and

Bikram consists of 26
posture sequences that are
performed in a
at 105 degrees Fahrenheit.

The heat is applied to help accelerate the
body’s rate of change, thereby allowing
your body to

This practice does not

The series of postures used in this type of yoga
targeting chronic illnesses.

It can overall improve your
which will then translate into
a better and more fulfilling
life.

FOR BEGINNERS

One common
misconception
about attending a
yoga class is that
you need to be
flexible.

You may be stiff at the
beginning

Bikram is also a form of hatha
(a simpler style of yoga)
which makes it a class that everybody can try.

No matter what your fitness level is, Bikram will be challenging
at the beginning.

But with patience, persistence and dedication, you will develop
muscle tone and strength.

It helps regulate your metabolism, curb your appetite and
normalize your weight

In the end, consistent
Bikram yogis enjoy
the benefits of a
slimmer figure.

The
Importance of Heat

Bikram is not bikram unless there is some
HEAT

It is intentionally
used to warm up
the muscles and allow you to
stretch and work more deeply
and safely in the 26 posture
sequences in a class

Furthermore, the heat helps
flush out the body’s toxins
through sweating.

The heart rate also helps stimulate better blood and
lymph circulation and promotes the softening of
fascia and muscle tissues which help
the muscles loosen up

Getting Used
To The Hot Room

On top of the poses, the presence of heat can be
overwhelming at times.

Instructors discourage anyone who struggles with the poses to
push through, especially when the breathing is affected.

You can simply sit through a pose or take a break if you need to. It
is also encouraged that you continue to sit in the heated room while
taking a break so that you become acclimated to the temperature.

It takes some time to get used to such a hot room.
Some people need to take several classes before their
bodies start to cooperate

Here are a few more tips you can follow when taking your first
Bikram class.

Do Not Be Late

The golden rule is never be late.
Always try to get to the class at least 10 to 20 minutes early.
This gives you time to sign up, get dressed and find a spot
where you can settle your mat down.

Take the time to talk to your instructor if you are dealing
with an injury, so that you can be guided in performing the
poses without exacerbating any problem.

Strategize Snack Time

A full stomach while
performing the poses
in Bikram can be
uncomfortable and
inhibiting.
Try not to eat at least
two hours prior to
taking a class so that
your muscles can
expand and reach full
range

But make sure that you do not
attend a class hungry either

For a pre-workout energy
boost, you can eat a
banana 20 minutes before
the class.

Drink Water

It is recommended that
you drink two liters of
water throughout the
day,
but do not chug water
before taking the class
or this might leave your
nauseous.
If you wish to
drink water while
taking the class,
you can simply
take little sips.

Drinking water before
attending a Bikram
class will also help you
stay hydrated for the
90-minute session.
This means you will not
need to drink as much
water within the
session.

If you wish to try this style of yoga, make sure that you find one
close to you. This way you can easily attend the class at your
most convenient time

You can search yoga studios that offer Bikram classes and talk
to the instructor if it is still your first time. Hence you can be
properly guided on how to introduce Bikram to your body.