Bikram Yoga: Benefits, Tips & "Is it for you?"
Bikram yoga differs from other yoga more dramatically than I expected. Heated to 105ºF with humidity at 40%, just entering the room is an experience all by itself. Bikram is like doing yoga in a sauna in that respect. But much more importantly, the series of postures are designed with specific medical benefits in mind that are more powerfully achieved by the addition of heat and humidity. Bikram Yoga's Lymphatic System Impact I've personally struggled with a lot of lymphatic build-up issues, particularly around my thyroid and other throat glands. I've co-taught classes on the lymphatic system. Many years ago I bought a fancy rebounder (trampoline) and I enjoy using it and demonstrating its use to others. I practice lymphatic massage, and get a lymphatic massage done on my face and chest several times per week. So when I say this class has a dramatic impact on my lymphatic system, I know what I'm talking about and I'm really not kidding. Dramatic. Impact.