---- Common Questions

Why is the room heated?

The room is heated intentionally to warm muscles, which allows you to work deeper and safer, seeing results faster. Heat takes the trauma out of stretching, heals and helps prevent injuries. It also promotes sweating which helps flush toxins from your body, giving you a wonderful glow from head to toe. The heat combined with the sequence of the postures is what makes Bikram yoga so special.

I felt quite dizzy and nauseous during class - is this normal?

This CAN happen from time to time, and for a variety of reasons you can talk over with your teacher. Normally these feelings only last the first class or two. Listen to your body and kneel or lay down if this is the case. It is important that you do not get up too quickly, or leave the room, while feeling dizzy - just relax and lay down until the feeling passes.

How often should I come?

Come as often as you can. A daily practice from the beginning can relax into a regimen of 3 or 4 times per week. You'll find you want to do this practice. It's fun! it works! You will start organizing your schedule to fit it in. In fact, the harder this yoga is for you initially, the more you need to do it and the more you are going to benefit from it. The time and effort you put into Bikram Yoga will be returned to you tenfold.

Can I eat before class?

Ideally come to class on an empty stomach, as food in your stomach can disrupt the flow of energy and in certain postures leave you with a feeling of indigestion or nausea. No heavy meals 2-3 hours before class. You can drink juice or eat fruits up to 1 hour before class.

What about water?

You should drink plenty of water everyday, this is better than just drinking water before or during class. With Bikram Yoga, you are simultaneously cleansing all the systems of your body from the inside out. It is important to stay hydrated so your elimination systems (bowel, urinary, and skin) can support your efforts.

What if I have injuries or illnesses?

Please let the teacher know if you are pregnant, had surgery, or have any injuries, illnesses, or special conditions. You can still do most yoga postures, with a few modifications that the teacher will show you.