Ok I took the class over the weekend. I got the instructions of staying hydrated, no heavy meals before the class etc. Yeh well that still didn't prepare me for the exhausting never ending class I experienced. I was instantly drenched in sweat the moment I walked into the room. I never sweated that much in my life and I'm from AZ lol. I didn't mind the sweat though. I actually liked it. Some of the postures had me a bit nauseous and dissy. I couldn't keep standing up and sitting down so easily. I thought I was hydrated but I guess not. I couldn't finish the course but I sat it out. Actually I sat it out the next day as well. Man people in that class were a bit intimidating. Some of the men were in speedos in slim fit shape. Especially this old man my goodness I had to look at him with amazement. The women were practically naked. Small yoga shorts and sports bra. Shesh if I had their body I suppose I wouldn't want to wear anything either. After the class I still had to just lay out and chill and some of the students stuck around to do their own thing. I sat in awe watching this women doing all kinds of aerobic balancing yoga moves. She was doing hand stands/poses for minutes. Her body was amazing and the way she flowed had me mesmerized. The human body is actually a beautiful art work. I saw several moves that had me staring. Just imagine me in the corner staring at this chick. All I wanted to do is eat a burger NOT lol. Anyways there was no way I could get to her level but hey I'm good doing my own plan...whatever that is. I guess getting back to the basics is my plan before I lose track of my weight and never get back to my cute dresses. Anyways the course it self wasn't too bad now that I got the hang of it on the 2nd day. The cool thing is the class follows the same routine for each class so once you get the routine down pact there's no surprises. It's all about practicing and mastering the "asanas" (postures). I did stick to 2 consecutive days. Now I need to is to find my balance so I don't get exhausted and discouraged. But so far I enjoy the class. I plan to take it till end of May then I'll see where my money is at ;)
Love Bikram! It really helps clear your mind!
ReplyDeleteMy first day in the class I was like HELL no.. I didn't know anything though. Key is to breath through your nose so you don't panic. Then you have to find the right side of the room (because believe it or not some are hotter than others). Then you have to have a clear view to the mirror so you can have a focal point to help you keep balance. Finally wear as little as possible. I too was doing sports bra and booty shorts. Nice thing is nobody cares! However it is on the pricey side. I miss it but my wallet can't take the pain!! Good job at keeping at it. Also half your body weight in ounces in 24 hours and it helps if you stop like 30 min to 1 hour before. Coconut water helps replenish electrolytes afterwards.
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