HEATED YOGA THERAPY
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History

The style of yoga taught at YOGA WITH HELENA is "Bikram". Bikram Yoga was started in the 1970s in India, and influenced by the "Human Potential Movement". Indeed, with wide-ranging health benefits, it is no wonder Bikram gained international acclaim quickly, with hundreds of studios in dozens of countries. Lucky for you, YWH brings you as close as you can get to the source, as Helena was in Bikram's very second training ever.

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Healing Potential

According to Wikipedia, "a systematic review in 2015 found that Bikram Yoga improved lower body strength, range of joint motion in both upper and lower body, and balance. It noted that unsystematic trials (without randomized controls) had found possible improvements in glucose tolerance, bone density, blood lipids, artery stiffness, mindfulness, and "perceived stress". Yoga may even be covered by insurance if your doctor prescribes a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN). 

 

Class Description

A typical YWH Bikram class consists of the same 26 postures and includes breathing exercises. Because following the sequence is so beneficial, most classes on our schedule are the traditional 90 minutes except the 6am slot (or for an extenuating circumstance), which may be condensed to ~65 (not uncommon in the western world). The sequence always starts standing and the entire second half of the class takes place on the floor, with corpse pose (laying down) in between each pose, ironically the most difficult of all. 
Practitioners may prefer Bikram over other styles because they know what to expect and don't have to listen for each new instruction or look up to watch the teacher each move; therefore, students are better able to assess their body for the day and their overall progress, and without the distraction of new moves, music, or props.

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Environment

The heated room loosens the muscles for improved and safer mobility, and the mirrors allow you to focus on just yourself (easier said than done!). Those with injuries are encouraged to participate, but be sure to share any limitations with the instructor; consider taking a private to learn the modifications to support and even aid in healing. The possibilities are infinite, though YOGA WITH HELENA does not claim to be a medical remedy or cure by any means. 

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Who should practice Bikram?

Students at YWH include swimmers and surfers, marathoners, and competitive martial artists to those who are just trying yoga or exercise for the very first time. Even the most advanced student athlete is happy to have a new practitioner to join this incredible movement! Anyone and everyone can practice Bikram! Students range from adolescent to 70s+ of all shapes and sizes and from all walks of life; both male and female have surprised themselves over the years with what they learn they are capable, as well as barriers to overcome. Wouldn't you love to find out for yourself?

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Why Helena's

YWH offers classes every day of the week taught by experienced and unique teachers, though Helena teaches most of the schedule. Students of the practice around the world are attracted in particular to Helena's unique and invigorating teaching style. Just check the testimonials below. Helena facilitates going deeper and restoring energetically. Actually Helena's Story is quite amazing... 

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