TisF has discovered a new way to work out...Bikram Yoga!
The word Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root "yuj", i.e. "to yoke" [to the spirit] meaning "union of the Individual Soul (Atman) with the Universal Soul (Brahman). "Atman" and "Brahman" are Hindu idealogical terms, and are used as a reference for the mind, whereas there truly is only Oneness.
Bikram Yoga was developed by Bikram Choudhury and is a 90 minute beginning yoga class comprised of 26 postures (asanas) and 2 breathing exercises practiced in a 105 F hot room with 40% humidity.
This smart choreography instigates better health from the first visit and other rewards include:
This smart choreography instigates better health from the first visit and other rewards include:
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Sleep Deeply
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Reduce Stress
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Lubricate Joints
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Improve Posture
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Gives Skin a Healthy Glow
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Strengthen Heart
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Normalize Weight
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Increase Stamina
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Relieve Chronic Pain
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Stretch & Tone Muscles
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Mental Clarity
You are probably wondering why the room is so hot. The heat helps to:
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Detoxify your body through sweating
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Protect muscles for deeper stretching
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Thin the blood to clear the circulatory system
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Increase heart rate for a better cardio workout
Make sure you hydrate yourself before and during class. It is hot in there. You are going to sweat a lot. Wear light, dry-weave fabrics and non-restricting clothing. Good luck and Namaste!
For more information please visit: www.bikramyoga.com