Bikram Yoga Poses - a very physical type of yoga
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There are many different kinds of Yoga, each bringing its own benefits in terms of physical and spiritual well-being. So, which one do you choose? Well, ultimately the decision must be yours based on your present circumstances and needs. If you feel you need a more ‘physical’ type of Yoga routine, then Bikram Yoga poses are ideal for those who need a more aerobic workout. The name ‘Bikram’ is derived from the name ‘Bikram Choudhry’ who came from Kolkatta in India.
Having mastered the Hatha Yoga, and having also become a champion in this form of yoga, Bikram Choudhry then opened up a number of training centers where yoga was taught under the guidance of his own guru who was a person named Bishnu Gosh till he eventually formed a unique form of yoga that later came to be known as Bikram Yoga.
Heated Room
Essentially, when performing Bikram Yoga, a person has to be in a heated room where the temperature can be as high as ninety to hundred degrees which is necessary to warm up the body that in turn facilitates performing various postures. In fact, these postures require to be performed in twenty-six different postures starting from standing postures and on to backward as well as forward bends and some twists are also thrown in as well, and it takes approximately an hour and a half to perform the Bikram Yoga in which each posture is performed twice.
However, Bikram Yoga poses may not be suitable for everybody since it does require being physically fit; otherwise, it is not recommended if you are out of shape in which instance you should begin with other types of yoga to attain the proper levels of fitness after which you may take a stab at doing Bikram Yoga. Also, before starting this kind of yoga, you should have found out all there is to know about Bikram Yoga to ensure that this form of yoga is suitable for you.
Bikram Yoga is also commonly referred to as ‘hot yoga’ and it has been used by famous personalities that have nothing but praise for such a form of yoga whose main purpose is to increase the strength of the body as well as make it more flexible and to make the physical and spiritual self unite as one. It basically consists of 26 asanas (postures) as well as 2 breathing exercises. Note: before beginning this form of yoga you should ensure that your stomach is not full of food and that you should also have first drunk a glass of water.
Usually, before beginning Bikram Yoga poses, it is best to begin with a meditation posture and don’t forget that breathing should not be through the mouth but through the nose. This breathing should be slow and as normal as possible; the intention being to release tension in the body and mind. Bikram Yoga needs a heated environment because when you sweat, toxins are released which is an added bonus to the routine. Also, heat will allow your muscles to relax and thus you may find that you can perform postures that might not otherwise be possible.
