Can Bikram Yoga provide a cardiovascular workout?
Depending on your body type, metabolism and with the 100% effort, you should be able to achieve your personal target heart rate during class. Holding various postures will massage the heart, elevate pulse and deliver cardiovascular benefits. Q: What if I feel dizzy, lightheaded or nauseous during class? A: This is common, especially for beginning students who are still adjusting to the heat. Make sure you are well hydrated up to an hour before class (to allow your body to process the fluids). Try practicing at different times of the day to see how your body responds. Also make sure you are getting enough natural electrolytes when you hydrate. Electrolyte-enhanced beverages or simply a pinch of sea salt with honey and lemon in your water bottle should suffice. Q: What if I feel sore after I practice? A: This is normal. Soreness is caused by lactic acid build up in the muscles (meaning your muscles can not extract enough oxygen from your blood). The most effective way to remove lactic ac
