Yesterday I took my very first Bikram Yoga class (at beneFIT in Lakeway). Wow! To explain the experience is sort of like explaining parenthood to someone. There are these two very distinct, competing voices in my head- there is the one that wants to blurt out, don't do it! it's grueling, exhausting, painful, and there are going to be several times when it gets so intense you will want to quietly escape. Then there is the voice that I actually use that says it is wonderful, inspiring, life altering and completely worth it. Hang in there...take a break when you need to...breath through it when you feel like you can't take it anymore...relax...be calm...be mindful...work on your balance...your flexibility... and you WILL be able to do it. Just like parenting, the Bikram Yoga experience is challenging in every sense of the word, but it is special and exhilarating. I am looking forward to growing in both.
For those of you who are not familiar, here is an explanation taken from the BeneFIT Bikram Yoga web page:
Bikram Yoga is a 90 minute class that works the entire body every time. In 105 degrees and 50% humidity, students do 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises that work all the major systems and force them to work together: cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, lyphatic, central nervous, digestive and musculoskeletal. Postures are done twice and prepare the body for what comes next.
Students sweat, detoxify, lose weight and reshape and restructure their bodies developing strength, flexibility and balance. All kinds of chronic ailments and diseases disappear with regular practice.
Most importantly, students develop their patience, concentration, determination, self-discipline and faith, key elements to a truly balanced life.
The studio is located in the Oak Grove Plaza in Lakeway.
Check out the website for more information.
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