Why are the Power Vinyasa Yoga classes held in a heated room?
The temperature of the room is similar to our own bodies temperature. You will discover that practicing in a warm room creates a satisfying and almost addictive feeling of accomplishment. There are many benefits to practicing yoga in a warm room. Your body burns fat more effectively. Your metabolism speeds up the breakdown of glucose and fatty acids. The heat allows you to get into postures more deeply, effectively and safely. Your cardiovascular system gets a thorough workout from being in this challenging environment. Sweating promotes detoxification of pesticides and heavy metals through the skin giving your kidneys a much need rest. Your immune system, metabolism and nervous system are all improved. Our bodies are like sponges, absorbing the chemicals to which we are exposed. Much of that toxic brew is eliminated through the skin with sweat. In fact, sweat often has a higher concentration of trace elements like nickel, cadmium and mercury than urine does. Many viruses and bacteria
