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How To Make The Most From Bikram Yoga

February 8, 2010 by Jennifer Wilson  
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If you ever get the chance to attend a Bikram Yoga class it is well worth the experience. You will see Yogis practicing the 26 Bikram yoga poses and people sweating profusely throughout the 90 minute course. In a typical class each posture will be repeated a second time to increase the stretch and build confidence among the practioners. The room is hot, this is one of the features of Bikram yoga, and is said to increase it’s effectiveness.

You will notice in class that each step is practiced very slowly. This is not like an aerobics class with quick movements but requires deep focus and concentration. It’s important to keep your fluids up and drink lots of water as the class usually runs for 90 minutes.

Firstly if you attend a Bikram yoga class or follow along from a video you will want to make sure you have a small towel handy to wipe the sweat off your face. Either using a special Bikram Yoga mat which has high friction or placing a towel on your regular mat is advised to stop you from slipping when doing the poses. The last thing you want to do is injure yourself during a class

If you can not attend a class you can watch Bikram yoga on video. Most of the time enough detail is shown so that you can find the right clothes and copy the poses that they perform.

As Bikram Yoga is done in a room of about 40.5C or 105F it is best not to wear heavy clothing. Find something that is comfortable and won’t cause you to become too hot during the 90 minute class.

For men it is advised that shorts and a tank top be worn. Avoid any long clothing in which you may feel restricted as some of the poses are quite difficult.

COTHES FOR WOMEN – Shorts, tank tops, and leotards are preferred. It should be cotton clothing to prevent irritation. All should wear what they like as it increases self confidence.

Remember to wear clothes that absorb moisture and keep your fluid levels up.

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