Online - Hatha - Heated 26

About the Class

The Intro to 26 + 2 is a Hatha Yoga practice that includes 26 yoga poses and 2 breathing exercises originally brought to the U.S. by Bikram Choudhury. In this practice the room is heated up to 92 degrees Fahrenheit, if you are unable to heat your room it;s recommended not to go quite as deep as in the poses as quickly. For this 75-minute class the sequence is done only one time, versus original Bikram Yoga Series is a 90-minute class that offers each pose twice.  To give student the opportunity to practice meditation this class also includes a 15-minute mindfulness meditation, I AM Yoga Nidra, for the final Savasana. Here’s are some benefits of this Intro to 26 + 2 yoga practice: Low-impact. Slow-moving poses won’t cause extra stress to your joints like high-impact exercise. However, heart rate will elevate due to the heat, improving the cardiovascular system. And there is less chance of injury due to moving slowly and mindfully. Heated room. Warm muscles burn fat more effectively. Improves strength by putting muscle tissue in an optimal state for reorganization. Muscles, fascia, and connective tissue become more elastic allowing for greater flexibility with a less chance of injury. Promotes sweating which assists in the detoxification process, using the body’s largest organ, the skin. Teaches determination and focus in a challenging environment. The same sequence every class. The traditional Bikram Yoga sequence follows the same 26 poses in every class. This enables you to see your progress over time. And if you attend a Bikram class at a new yoga studio, you can feel comfortable because of the familiarity of the sequence.