Did Santa bring you everything you want this holiday season?  Did he bring a few little other things that perhaps you could have lived without?  Things like stress, credit card bills, wrapping messes, a few extra pounds.  Well, give back to yourself, you deserve it.  Here is a great article from the Huffington Post encouraging you to take some time for yourself!

Yoga: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

Yoga for Digestion

Yoga offers many great benefits for the body, mind and soul.  Yahoo! Sports covers how yoga can help with digestive disorders.

Yoga and Digestive Disorders: How it Can Ease and Prevent Painful Symptoms

96 Years Young Yoga Instructor

At 96, this beautiful yogi proves you're only as old as you feel.  Way to go Adela, you are an inspiration to all of us!

http://www.thevillagesdailysun.com/news/villages/article_ab4f3d62-3110-11e1-8499-001871e3ce6c.html

30 Day Challenge Diary

Come in and work off those extra holiday pounds!  Start the new year with a 30-day challenge. Keep a diary of how you feel.  You will be glad you did! 

Here is a mini-diary from one brave Bikram Yogi...

http://skyliving.sky.com/latest-on-hair-beauty/30-day-yoga-challenge

New Year! New You!

Come start the new year right!  Do a 30 day Bikram Yoga challenge.  We love to see when students finish a 30 day challenge.  Here is a great article on a student from Montana...

http://www.ktvq.com/news/angela-s-adventures-bikram-hot-yoga/

Bikram Yoga studio set to host first championship

The Southeast Yoga Asana Championship is coming up on November 16th in South Florida.  The Sun Sentinel has a piece on the studio hosting the competition...

http://articles.sun-sentinel.com/2011-10-19/news/fl-brf-yoga-1019-20111019_1_bikram-yoga-hot-yoga-bikram-choudhury

Santa Clara Bikram School

We always love to see other studios in the news!  Here is one from Santa Clara, CA...

http://www.santaclaraweekly.com/2011/Issue-41/bikram_yoga_practitioners_sweat_it_out_in_santa_clara.html

New York Times - How Yoga Won the West

The New York Times has a great article on Vivekananda and his success of bringing Yoga to America.

How Yoga Won the West

Yogis at the Eiffel Tower

Some beautiful photos of thousands of people practicing yoga at the Eiffel Tower.  I wish I was there!

http://www.upi.com/News_Photos/Features/Giant-yoga-class-in-Paris-France/5718/?spt=htc&or=1

Yoga: A Powerful Way to Health and Harmony

Great article from the Huffington Post

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/shriram-sarvotham/health-benefits-of-yoga_b_985466.html

Yoga Volunteers Doing Good!

Yoga volunteers are assiting migrants in Mexico to cope with the stress of daily life by providing a weekly yoga class a migrant shelter.  Way to go Yogis!  Thank you for spreading your knowledge!

US Bound Migrants Learn Yoga at Mexican Shelter

Bikram Yoga is a Fountain of Youth

A great article about he Bikram Yoga Studio in Greensboro, NC.

Bikram Yoga is a Fountain of Youth

NFL Players Benefit From Yoga

NFL players do yoga to increase their flexability and prevent injury.  Way to go guys!

Yoga not just for girls

Fit Sugar offers tips for Hot Yogis

Fit Sugar has an article full of hot yoga tips for beginners, check it out...

http://www.fitsugar.com/Beginner-Tips-Hot-Yoga-19193188

Stressed at Work?

Are you stressed from working long hours?  Maybe you are a parent chasing the kids around all day.  Come and sweat your cares away in class today!  Check out our schedule at http://www.bikramyogawestorlando.com/.

Article with more benefits about de-stressing in yoga:

Stressed at Work? Sweat it out in Bikram Yoga

Bikram Builds on Tradition

Great article about the Bikram studio in Vernon.  We love to see Bikram studios in the news!

Bikram Builds on Tradition

Standing Bow Photo

A great photo of students doing Standing Bow pose in the Boise Weekly...

Boise Weekly Photo

Taking your manners to the mat

The Orlando Sentinel offers 10 tips every yogi should follow when attending a yoga class.

Taking your manners to the mat

Research Shows the Benefits of Yoga

The Houston Culture Map details the transformative power of yoga!  Come to a yoga class and start transforming your life today!

Strike a Pose: Research Shows the Transformative Power of Yoga!

26 Dogs Doing Yoga

Do not miss this, 26 pics of dogs doing yoga from the Design Inspiration...

Dogs doing yoga

Yoga Competition Demands Mental Toughness

A great article on the recent Illinois Yoga Asana Championship.

Yoga Competition Demands Mental Toughness

Kitty Cobra!

A healthy spine equals a healthy life.

Kitty does yoga

Meditation 101: Tips for Beginners!

Thanks ABC News!!

Meditation 101

Meditate in a Moment

Don't have time to meditate?  Nonsense, it only takes a moment. Grasp it and take advantage while you can!

Meditate in a Moment

Barbie's New Dream House Has Meditation Room

Barbie's new dream house has a meditation room and solar panels.  We should all be so lucky one day!

Barbie's New Dream House

Changing Your Brain Through Meditation

An awesome new program to teach kids to stay calm through meditation. ABC News did a special on it...

Changing Your Brain Through Meditation

Bikram Yoga Devotees Brave the Heat for Serenity

Guarenteed way to make it feel cooler outside, come to a Bikram class!  You will feel a cool rush when you step out of class.

Bikram Yoga Devotees Brave the Heat for Serenity

Wall Street Journal - A Push for Yoga and Meditation

The Wall Street Journal has a great article about Fred Lieblich who hopes that one day people will be prescribed yoga and meditation as complementary treatments to Western medicine.

A Push for Yoga and Meditation

Managing Autism With Yoga

An amazing read on the powerful benefits of yoga:

Life in Alignment: The Healing Power of Yoga

Even Rough Tough Hockey Players Do Yoga!

Boston Bruins Tim Thomas says that yoga really gives him an extra edge to be a successful hockey goalie.

Video: Tim Thomas uses yoga to get an extra edge in net

CNN - Yoga Poses For What Ails You

I love it when I see a major news organization doing a piece on the importance of yoga.  Here, CNN suggests yoga poses for common ailments such as headaches and back pain.  Come to class and heal yourself!

Yoga for What Ails You

Is There Anything Cuter Than Kids Doing Yoga?

In Illinois, a children's museum held a demostration of yoga for the kids.  Here are some great photos of the demostration:

Bikram Yoga Demonstration at DuPage Children's Museum

Photos of Doga

Doga is yoga with your dog.  Here are some photos of Doga from CBS news:

CBS News Photos of Doga

Yoga Has Gone to the Dogs!

The newest yoga craze going around is Doga - yoga with your dog.  A whole new meaning to downward dog!

Zen and the Art of Doga

NBA Basketball Stars Have Time For Yoga

Superstar Jason Kidd who plays basketball for the Dallas Mavericks, could have alot of free time on his hands soon if the NBA lock out occurs.  And what would he do with all that free time?  YOGA!

Jason Kidd Talks NBA Lockout, Barkley’s Golf Game & Summer Yoga

Hope Solo Loves Yoga!

We all have been captivated by the USA woman's soccer team's amazing performances in this years FIFA Women's World Cup.  Superstar Hope Solo loves yoga!

Nike - Hope Solo Loves Yoga

Super Models Love Yoga!

Heidi Klum has been spotted outdoors in New York aligning her chakras and practicing yoga.  Go Heidi go!  Now we know why she looks so amazing!

Heidi Klum Proves She's a Fleixble Friend in Outdoor Yoga Class

Dalai Lama fans congregate, meditate at start of 10-day peace festival

From the Washington Post about the Peace Festival going on in the DC area.

Dalai Lama fans congregate, meditate at start of 10-day peace festival

Tame Your Stress With Yoga

Yoga Journal takes a look at taming your stress through yoga. After a long work week, come to class and relax.  You will charged for the coming week!

http://www.yogajournal.com/health/2611

David Beckham Loves Bikram!

As if I did not love David Beckham enough, he does Bikram Yoga.  So yummy!

David Beckham Looks to Yoga to Heal Achilles Heel

Bikram Yoga For Cyctic Acne

Profuse sweating cleans out the pores and gives the skin a healthy glow.  Bikram yoga done in the heat causes profuse sweating and balances your horomones doing wonders for your skin.  Here is a video describing the benefits and some of the best postures for acne.

Bikram Yoga for Cystic Acne

Standing Bow Pose

Learn patience and balance in Standing Bow...

Bikram Demonstrates Standing Bow

Yoga For Your Health!

The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicines sites many of the benefits of doing yoga:

Yoga For Health - An Introduction

HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!

Happy Fourth of July from Bikram Yoga West Orlando!  Please remember, we are only having the 9am and 11am classes.  Enjoy your afternoon for some BBQ and fireworks!

Beetroot Juice - Drink Up!

Drink up on your beet juice.  A new study shows beet juice is excellent for muscle stamina and a healthy heart!

Beetroot juice could keep athletes at the top of their game by boosting stamina

Breathe and Bring World Peace With You!

The World Cultural Festival went on this weekend in Berlin.  Some 70,000 people gathered together to do yoga, meditate and find a deeper meaning of life. 

Take a deep breath - guru's "breathing" plan for world peace

Guys Do Yoga Too!

A fabulous article written by a man and describes all the benefits he gets from doing yoga.

I'm A Guy and I Practice Yoga

Cleanse Your Mind and Your Body!

Yoga for your body, Yoga for your brain, Yoga for you Spirit!

Yoga Boosts the Brain!

Om! Yoga Therapy for All Needs

The Times of India has a piece why everyone should be doing yoga.  The benefits are limitless, come to class today!

Yoga Therapy For All Disorders

What's All the Hype About Hot Yoga

Great article on the benefits of hot yoga.  Also selling some great towels to sweat on in Bikam class!

http://www.onlineprnews.com/news/150216-1309013679-what-s-all-the-hype-about-hot-yoga.html

Men find benefits outweigh stereotypes in yoga

Grab your boyfriends and husbands and bring them into yoga!  They will thank you for it!

Men find benefits outweigh stereotypes in yoga

The New Food Pyramid

The old-school food pyramid has been replaced by a plate.  Remember to eat your vegetable and come to yoga class!  : )

http://www.cnn.com/2011/HEALTH/06/02/usda.new.food.plate/index.html

Meditation a Portal Into A New Dimension

Andrew Z. Cohen, a spiritual teacher, describes what it is like to meditate.

Meditation a Portal Into A New Dimension

Meditation Can Cut Heart Attack Risk By Half

Transcendental meditation, the relaxation technique made famous by the Beatles, can cut heart attack and stroke death rates by up to 50%, new research has found.

Meditation Can Cut Heart Attack Risk By Half

Special-Needs Students Use Meditation to Control Behavior

Students in Pennsylvania are learning to use meditation to control their mind and behavior.

http://www.philly.com/philly/news/pennsylvania/124580393.html?cmpid=15585797

10 Minute Mind Clearing

The New York Times has a piece on meditation Guru Andy Puddicombe's first visit to New York:

10 Minute Mind Clearing

Yoga Helps Achieve Physical, Spiritual Balance

The Salt Lake Tribune has an interview with a yoga instructor who gives great insight to the benefits of yoga.

Yoga Helps Achieve Physical, Spiritual Balance

Why You Must Start Yoga Today!

The Times of the India artlicle breaks down many of the benefits of Yoga and why you should start today!

Why You Must Start Yoga Today

Yoga at Your Desk!

Ladies Home Journal has some great tips for doing yoga while at your desk.  Whenever and wherever you are, remember to fit some yoga into your day!

Yoga at your Desk

Jason Bateman Talks Bikram Yoga With David Letterman

Jason Bateman recounts in a hilarious story with David Letterman his days of studying with Bikram as child. 

Jason Bateman Recounts His Early Days of Bikram Yoga

Chia Seeds! Have You Tried Them Yet?

Chia seeds are a super food! Try them today! Here is a great article on why you should be eating Chia seeds in your diet daily:

Chia Seeds Power Food!

Bikram is Hot in Every Sense of the Word!

The Miami Herald has an interview with Bikram!

Bikram is Hot in Every Sense of the Word!

Video: Hundreds Do Yoga in Time Square

CBS News has video of hundreds of people practicing yoga in Time Square:

Hundreds Do Yoga in Time Square

Forbes: The Science of Yoga

Forbes takes a look at the physical and psycological effects of yoga in this two part series:

The Science of Yoga

The Psychology of Yoga

What Not to Eat!

ABC News has a feature on foods you should not eat if you are trying to lose weight.  Of course, it reminds you to eat your fruits and vegetable too!

Foods and Habits That Cause Weight Gain

Yoga to Increase Metabolism

Anyone who practices yoga know the benefits on the mind, body and Spirit are immeasurable. Shape Magazine features the top 10 yoga poses to increase metabolism. We do all these postures, with some variations, in our Bikram Yoga classes. So come in today and rev up your metabolism!

Top 10 Yoga Poses to Increase Metabolism

The Story of a Yoga Champion

Orlando Magazine features an interview with one of our most talented teachers, Afton! We are blessed to have her teach at our studio and are so proud of her!

Story of a Yoga Champion

Reiki Circle Every Tuesday Night

Join us for Reiki circle tonight and get more balanced. Reiki is an ancient form of Japanese healing using energy. Come out and experience it tonight!

Reiki Healing Through Energy

How Do Rugby Players Relax?

Rugby players are some of the toughest athletes in the world. They endure non-stop action of running and tackling. So what do they do to relax? Hot yoga of course!

Ruby players do hot yoga to relax

Cool Summer Smoothies!

Nothing is better after a hot Bikram Yoga class than a cold and refreshing fruit smoothie.  Summer time is the perfect time to get out the blender and start trying some of these delicious recipes!

Summer Smoothie Recipes

Health Benefits of Yoga From the Mayo Clinic

Read about the many benefits of yoga as told by the Mayo Clinic:

Health Benefits of Yoga

Use Meditation to Cut on Health Care Expense

Every Monday we offer group meditation class at 7:30 for only $10! New study says meditation can help cut on health care costs. Hope to see you tonight! Stay healthy!

Meditation Saves on Health Care Cost

Animal Inspired Yoga

Rabbit, half-tortise, cobra. It's no coincidence that many yoga poses are named after animals. Check out the link to see some of your favorite yoga poses inspired by animals:

Animal Inspired Yoga

Yoga Benefits World Cup Soccer Players

The benefits of yoga for athletes is amazing. Some World Cup soccer players are learning the benefits of yoga with more flexibility and prevention of injury...

World Cup Soccer Players Give Yoga a Try

Yoga is Great for Fighting Addiction

The Philadelphia Inquirer tells how yoga can help people deal with addiction.


Well Being: Yoga as a way to escape addictive behaviors

Yoga Bear

Trust me, you want to see Yoga Bear!

http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2010/sep/15/yoga-bear-finland

Healthy Hair for Summer

Whole Living Magazine has some great tips for healthy summer hair.

http://www.wholeliving.com/photogallery/healthy-hair-tips#slide_1

Summer Pasta Salad With Grilled Vegetable

Yoga Journal had a delicious summer recipe for Summer Pasta Salad with Grilled Vegetables.  Yummy!  Fuel up for Yoga!

http://www.yogajournal.com/lifestyle/food/recipes/recipe/9532

10 Diet and Exercise Myths

Yahoo! has a feature article on 10 diet and exercise myths that will make you fat.  A good reminder to eat your vegetable and come to Yoga class! : )  Happy reading:

http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/health/10-diet-and-exercise-myths-that-pack-on-pounds-2497440/

The Power of Group Meditation

A great piece by Deepak Chopra's daughter Mallika.  Don't forget we offer group meditation every Monday night at 7:30pm.  Just $10, or buy a 10 class card for $80.

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/the-power-of-group-meditation.html#

Arizona Fires Threaten Buddhist Mediation Center

The Arizona wildfires are coming extremly close to the Buddhist living in tht Mound Retreat Center in Arizonia.  From the New York Times:

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/06/18/us/18buddhist.html

Real Men Do Yoga

A great quick read for anyone trying to convince the man in their life to come to yoga.  Includes a list of resources:

http://gloucestertownship.patch.com/articles/yoga-it-isnt-just-for-chicks

26 Bikram Postures!

Check out the 26 postures of Bikram Yoga, demonstrated by Bikram himself!  Click on the photos to see more details about each posture.

http://www.bikramyoga.com/BikramYoga/TwentySixPostures.php

Bikram Yoga in Under 4 Minutes!

Check out this fun time lapse video of a Bikram Yoga class taught in the LA headquarters...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kSohbJR4xs

New York Times piece on outdoor yoga

A fun piece on outdoor yoga in New York. 

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/06/19/nyregion/19stretch.html

Bikram in the Philippines

I love it when I see articles about Bikram Yoga from all around the world.  Here is a great one from the Philippines:
http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/lifestyle/05/13/11/bikram-yoga-fast-way-shed-pounds

Tony Award Winner Loves Bikram Yoga!

Did you watch the Tony Awards this weekend?  Well if you were wondering how how the beautiful and talented Tony Award winner Nikki James stays in such great shape, you can read her praise for Bikram Yoga right here...

http://www.thatsfit.com/2011/06/14/book-of-mormon-nikki-james-workout/

Watch the Ghosh Cup LIVE!

On Saturday, June 18, 2011 watch the International Yoga Ghosh Cup Live on the webcast.  Watch it and be sure to cheer our talented teacher Afton as she competes for the Ghosh Cup!

http://ghoshcup.com/

NFL Players Give Bikram Yoga a Try

Bikram Yoga is for everyone.  Perfect for beginners, someone wanting to try something new and athletes.  Check out this news cast of some NFL players that are adding Bikram Yoga into their workout routine.

http://www.wtvq.com/sports/8595-turning-to-yoga