Even though the Three Minute Egg is strictly forbidden in Bikram Yoga classes, and even though the yoga world is completely divided between those who like/do Bikram Yoga, and those who really don’t, I am someone who is right in the middle. I love Bikram classes, even though it isn’t my favorite form of yoga. There’s something about the heat, and the breathing exercises, and the fact that I always know what’s coming (even if I wish it weren’t!) that simply works for me. Naturally, I would love it if they let me use my Eggs in there, but they don’t, and I respect their wishes.
This article is written by a woman doing a 60-day challenge (I am currently 4 days into my own self-imposed and self-regulated 21-day challenge as I endeavor to get in yogic shape for an upcoming Yoga Journal Conference in San Francisco) which means 60 days in a row of Bikram Yoga classes. The author does a great job of bringing you into the world of Bikram. It’s a 2-part article, and when part 2 comes out, i’ll blog about it also. In the meantime, happy reading!
I read the first part of this article a few weeks ago and can’t wait to read the second. I’m with you. I don’t really want to like Bikram, but I do, although – like you – it’s not my favorite form.
When I walk into the heated studio, I’m always convinced they’ll carry me out. That hasn’t happened (yet…knock on wood). What I enjoy about Bikram is it’s ability to place me in the present moment with an intense immediacy.
By the way – you are SO right about the coconut water.