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
Daily update on all things yoga, health, beauty, fitness and fun. Visit our website www.bikramyogawestorlando.com for class schedule and more information on the studio.
Thursday, June 30, 2011
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
Yoga Therapy For All Disorders
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
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
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
Men find benefits outweigh stereotypes in yoga
Monday, June 27, 2011
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The old-school food pyramid has been replaced by a plate.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
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 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
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
http://www.philly.com/philly/news/pennsylvania/124580393.html?cmpid=15585797
Sunday, June 26, 2011
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
10 Minute Mind Clearing
Saturday, June 25, 2011
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
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
Why You Must Start Yoga Today
Friday, June 24, 2011
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
Yoga at your Desk
Thursday, June 23, 2011
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
Jason Bateman Recounts His Early Days of Bikram Yoga
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
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!
Chia Seeds Power Food!
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
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
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
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
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
Story of a Yoga Champion
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
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
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
Ruby players do hot yoga to relax
Monday, June 20, 2011
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
Summer Smoothie Recipes
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
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
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
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
Well Being: Yoga as a way to escape addictive behaviors
Sunday, June 19, 2011
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
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
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/
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#
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
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
http://gloucestertownship.patch.com/articles/yoga-it-isnt-just-for-chicks
Saturday, June 18, 2011
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
http://www.bikramyoga.com/BikramYoga/TwentySixPostures.php
Friday, June 17, 2011
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
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kSohbJR4xs
Thursday, June 16, 2011
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
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/
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/
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
http://www.wtvq.com/sports/8595-turning-to-yoga
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