It\u2019s not long now until We Are Models members take over sohot Bikram yoga studios en masse\u2026 and we couldn\u2019t be any more excited if we tried.<\/p>\n
We realise, though, that for many of you this might be your first foray into the world of Bikram yoga. If this is your first Bikram yoga class, you might be feeling pretty intimidated, especially if you haven\u2019t done much of any type of yoga before.<\/p>\n
We wanted to put your fears at rest so we asked Yoga Master Bill Thwaites to share his top tips to help you get the most out of your first Bikram yoga class.<\/p>\n
How to Get The Most Out Of Your First Bikram Yoga Class<\/p>\n
#1 \u2013 Drink Enough Water<\/p>\n
Bikram Yoga<\/p>\n
The most important thing to remember is to drink enough water. Aim for at least a litre prior to coming to your Bikram session because you\u2019re going to sweat it all out. The water in your blood supply governs your blood pressure, so if you\u2019re dehydrated you\u2019ll be more likely to feel dizzy, especially in the heat of the Bikram studio.<\/p>\n
Saying that, don\u2019t drinks loads of water right before the class or you\u2019ll give yourself a stomach-ache. Rather, you should be regularly drinking enough water to ensure you\u2019re naturally hydrated.<\/p>\n
#2 \u2013 Don\u2019t Eat A Large Meal<\/p>\n
Bikram Yoga<\/p>\n
As with other forms of exercise, don\u2019t eat a large meal in the hour or so before you practice, but you don\u2019t want to come to class with an empty stomach either. Bikram yoga is an intense workout, so you want to give your body the fuel it needs to thrive.<\/p>\n
After your workout is an ideal time to eat something more substantial, to refuel your body for the rest of the day.<\/p>\n
#3 \u2013 Take It Easy<\/p>\n
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\u201cI\u2019ve been practising for 15 years and occasionally I\u2019ll still miss out a posture\u201d, Bill says. Sage advice: \u201cdon\u2019t be afraid of missing a posture; you\u2019re not competing\u201d. While one of the best things about Bikram yoga is the group energy you get in a class, that\u2019s not to say that you always have to keep pace.<\/p>\n
Listen to your body \u2013 if you need to sit, sit. You can learn a lot just by watching. Be kind to yourself and don\u2019t push yourself beyond your limits.<\/p>\n
#4 \u2013 Embrace Messy<\/p>\n
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Your first Bikram yoga class will be messy \u2013 in fact, your first few months of practice will be. Don\u2019t be self-conscious; you have to get over it and give yourself a break. Don\u2019t be competitive with others; don\u2019t even be competitive with yourself. Be kind to yourself, especially in your first class.<\/p>\n
#5 \u2013 Be Open Minded<\/p>\n
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If this is your first Bikram yoga class \u2013 or even your first yoga class \u2013 it\u2019s probably going to seem a little strange. Yoga has a particular connotation; one that leads many people to back away with a slight eye roll without ever giving yoga a chance.<\/p>\n
The best thing you can do in preparation for your first Bikram yoga class is turn up with an open mind. Be attuned to your body, and be open to how different you may feel after the session. Bikram yoga is a spiritual practice; even if you don\u2019t consider yourself spiritual, you\u2019ll get much more out of your class if you\u2019re open minded and try to embrace Bikram on its own terms.<\/p>\n
Hopefully you can see that there\u2019s very little barrier to getting started with Bikram. While the world of yoga can sometimes feel a little exclusive and you can be nervous to get started, the entire ethos of Bikram is to embrace and be open \u2013 physically, mentally and emotionally.<\/p>\n
Our We Are Models takeover event is the perfect opportunity to give your first Bikram yoga class a go, or your 100th. Bikram yoga is as suited to beginners as it is experienced practitioners \u2013 and everyone will get something out of our session. Not least, that it\u2019s going to be an awesome morning out with the We Are Models community \u2013 don\u2019t miss out!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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