Bikram Chaudhary introduced this form of yoga which is also known as Hot Yoga in US. This is a recent development and addition to various forms this exercise. It is not a very old exercise. It was found towards the end of 20^th century by Bikram who is an instructor in India. He taught this exercise to around 3 million aspiring students and later the American Medical Association asked him to bring this concept to America. It is known as Hot Yoga because the postures in this form of exercise is practiced in a heated room. It basically rejuvenates and strengthens the entire body and mind. Now you would think why is this form exercise beneficial to you or how will it help you? The answer to your queries is in the coming paragraphs.

· There are 26 poses or asanas in this form of exercise which proves to be a perfect work out for the entire body and not just one part of your body.

· The poses involved in this form of exercise create a balance in your body.

· Using strength, gravity and tourniquet technique, this form of exercise builds up stamina, flexibility and energy in your body.

· It squeezes and massages the internal organs of one’s body through various poses and cleans the entire cardiovascular system of your body. The nervous system of your body is relaxed.

A single session of this exercise lasts up to 90 minutes. There are 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises. The temperature of the room in which this exercise is practiced is 105F and the humidity of the room is 40%.

There are many benefits of this form of exercise,

· The toxins from the body are flushed along with the lymphatic system.

· It controls the oxygen flow and cholesterol in one’s body.

· The immune system of the body is strengthened which in turn strengthens the resistance power of your body.

· It creates a balance and control on the endocrine glands of the body.

· It strengthens the bones, the capacity of the lungs and tones the muscles.

· Performing these poses in a hot room helps in better flexibility of the muscles. It is a good start for beginners.

· With the aging process the muscles and bones of one’s body gets stiff and increases the pressure on joints. Stretching exercises in this form of exercise revitalizes your body.

· The energy level in one’s body increases and also makes one feel young not only at heart but also at health.

· It also helps in regeneration of tissues in your body and cure many diseases.

BikramYoga can be practiced at any age or a person on any stage of fitness level. Even the ones who do not have much flexibility in their body can opt for this style of exercise and live a healthy life.