"Blessed are we who can laugh at ourselves for we shall never cease to be amused." Anonymous
 how often should I come to class?
Come to class as often as you can. Ideally, 5 times a week for the first 2 or 3 months. This gives your body a jump start, the maximum benefit. A daily practice can eventually relax into a regiment of 3 or 4 times a week. 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. Your investment will be returned to you tenfold.
your body speaks
It is normal to feel sick, dizzy, and nauseous in class, especially for the beginner. The most important thing for you to do is breathe and just try the postures. Just do the best you can, resting when you feel the need. Learn to listen to your own body and take care of yourself in class. Drink lots of water the day before class to make sure you are well hydrated. A headache is a symptom of dehydration. Feeling tired or wiped out after class is a sign that you need to breath more in class. The worse you feel, the more you need Bikram yoga.
Returning Students
Remember, this yoga is powerful and challenging so pace yourself, don't force yourself, and don't expect to be perfect overnight. It's the instructors job to push you, and your responsibility to know what is enough for your body on any given day.
Your improvement will depend entirely on the time and effort you invest. Respect your limits without babying yourself, but also expect those limits to change. Just do your best. The harder this yoga is for you the more you need to do it and the more you are goining to get out of it.
This yoga works! The time and effort you put into it well return to you tenfold. It's the very best thing you can do for your health, your figure, your vitality, and your sense of well being.
youth is wasted on the young
People of any age and condition can do this yoga. It reduces the symptoms of many chronic diseases and is the world's best preventative activity for the whole body. Bikram created this yoga for people in chronic pain. He created it to eliminate their pain and to reverse the signs of aging.
same thing, different day
Part of Bikram's genius comes from designing the flow so that one posture opens a specific area of the body in preparation for the next posture. By utilizing the same flow every class, Bikram's yoga has a much shorter learning curve than other rigorous styles of yoga.
looking good, billy ray. feeling good, louis.
No matter what level of fitness you are this yoga will be a challenge you never outgrow. You will be amazed how much cardiovascular workout you get from holding still in posture. Your body continually seeks to normalize in yoga. Consistency is the key. With persistence, patience and dedication your body will come into balance.
what! you're pregnant?
The first trimester is a vital time for the developing fetus and you may be tired and/or feeling ill. Therefore, it is best to wait until after your 12th week before starting the yoga. Postures are modified for pregnancy but done with the regular students so you are welcome at any class. If you already do Bikram yoga and feel well you may just continue your regular practice until you feel the need for the modifications (between 8 and 12 weeks).
For more information on pregnancy and Bikram yoga check out www.bikramyoga.com.
"Never too old, never too sick, never too bad...to start once again from scratch." Bikram Choudhury
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