Today we will continuing to break down the Bikram Express Inspired Series we teach here at Hot Yoga Naperville. Standing Half Moon Pose is a great pose to stretch both sides of the body, trim the waist, increase flexibility and increase strength and balance in the legs. Remember to try and keep the body in alignment and both feet placed on the ground firmly acting as a support for the upper body. Engage the upper legs, draw in the lower abdomen and release the chin away from the chest. Release any tension in the shoulders and the neck and stretch up and over as much as possible while not collapsing your side body.
Bikram Express
Bikram Express is our beginner Hot Yoga Class, inspired by Bikram. Our teachers will lead you through 26 postures and two breathing exercises for a blissful 60 minutes that helps rejuvenate your entire being. The temperature is set to a sweaty 102 – 105 degrees to help promote detoxification, and lengthening of your muscles leaving you feeling relaxed, cleansed, and a focused mind. It’s totally designed for beginner’s so anyone and their uncle can participate!
The consistent sequence of the 26 poses practiced focus on the spine, but optimally works all the muscles, ligaments and tendons in the body. Most students find their first hot class very challenging. However after a few classes, the body becomes accustomed to the heat and practice becomes enjoyably addictive. No previous experience necessary. If you arrive late or need to leave early, that’s okay, too.