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Bikram Yoga is a system of hot yoga, a type of yoga as exercise, spread by Bikram Choudhury and based on the teachings of B. C. Ghosh, that became popular in the early 1970s. Classes consist of a fixed sequence of 26 postures, practised in a room heated to 105 °F (41 °C) with a humidity of 40%, intended to replicate the climate of India. The ...
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- Standing Deep Breathing. The Bikram sequence begins with a breathing exercise for concentration and grounding in the present moment. Practitioners begin in Mountain Pose (Tadasana) and place their clasped hands at the base of the chin.
- Half Moon/Hands to Feet. Bikram takes a 3-part approach to Half Moon Pose (Ardha Chandrasana) to warm the side body and move into a forward fold. First, practitioners bring their hands together overhead with forefingers pointing upward.
- Awkward Pose. Also known as Utkatasana, Awkward Pose is another 3-part series of postures to build stamina and begin revving up the body for the rest of the sequence.
- Eagle Pose. After working the complete lower body in Awkward Pose, Eagle (Garudasana) is a natural transition to stretch out the shoulders and chest while twisting the lower body.
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Bikram yoga is a type of hot yoga that involves 26 postures and two breathing exercises in a heated room. Learn about the benefits, risks and tips for practicing Bikram yoga safely and effectively.
Bikram yoga is a style of hatha yoga that involves 26 postures and two breathing exercises in a heated room. Learn about the potential health benefits, the safety tips, and the etiquette of this popular practice.
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