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What is Bikram? It's a technique that was developed by Rajashree Choudhury in the late 70s centered around exactly 26 poses in 90 minutes in a room that is heated to 105°F degrees with 40% humidity. Pretty much, you go into the yoga studio wearing the least amount of clothing you can stand, start sweating immediately, work through 2 reps of each position, and leave covered in sweat and feeling better and more accomplished than you'd believe.
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So anyway, I saw a Gilt deal for a new studio on the west side of town and couldn't resist a $40 for 20 deal. It had been so long, and I kept reminding myself of last year's resolution to "Recommit to my Bikram yoga practice by going at least 3 times a week." Clearly I let that 2012 resolution fall by the wayside last April, so with a good deal in my sight, I thought it was time to go back.
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I definitely had forgotten how hard the classes are. I sauntered in there all "Oh yeah, no problemo, it's just been a few months since my last class," then I kept finding myself sitting on my mat with my head spinning thinking "WHEN WILL THIS END?!?!?!" By the time the class ended, I had to accept that I'm way out of shape, that I have no right to be caught in stretchy shorts, and that I will absolutely be coming back as soon as I can.
Have you tried tried Bikram? What did you think of it?
I tried Bikram about a year ago for a few weeks, but I was not a fan. It was just too hot for me and too long. I probably would've liked it better if it had been cooler or shorter. I think I'll stick with vinyasa.
ReplyDeleteAfter so much bikram, I actually find vinyasa a bit boring. Maybe try Core Power yoga? They have warm rooms, but not as hot as Bikram and their classes are only 45-60 minutes!
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