Bikram Yoga
Bikram yoga is characterized by swift, flowing, but demanding postures in a very hot environment (90-105 degrees F). This is not the same as Ashtanga, or 'power yoga' which also uses a heated room and strenuous postures. The difference, according to Bikram followers, is that the Bikram method flows better than power yoga which places too much strain on the back, wrists, and ankles, thus causing more injury than Bikram yoga.
The Bikram story:
Yogiraj Bikram Choudhury was born in Calcutta, 1946. He was the undefeated yoga champion in yoga for three years before a weightlifting injury almost permanetly prevented him from ever walking again. Bikram sought out the legendary yogi, Bishnu Ghosh who healed Bikram through his brand of yoga, thus being the first to scientifically prove that yoga can cure chronic illnesses and injuries. After this, Ghosh encouraged Bikram to open up several schools in India to teach this yogic breakthrough. Bikram did just that, and now there are certified Bikram yoga schools around the globe.
Since Bikram is a licensed name, finding a certified teacher has its pros and cons. On the plus side, you know you're getting the real deal from a Bikram school. You won't have to worry whether or not your yoga instructor is giving you the goods or not. The downside is that there might not be a certified instructor in your area. So, finding a school has it's challenges. However, the Bikram College of India offers a quick and easy website to locate the instructor nearest to you: bikramyoga.com
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