Just started Bikram Yoga and have tons of questions in mind

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adelineismyname
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April 9, 2012 at 7:32 pm

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Hi Gabrielle, i just started Bikram Yoga recently. Been hoping that Bikram Yoga would help me to lose about 4 pounds and tone up my flabby arms, thigh and tummy. I have a few questions to ask, hope you could clear my doubts.
Firstly, after every Bikram yoga class, I seem to have this horrible craving for food. I just feel hungry and crave for tons of food. I usually dont crave for food that much, and this has never happened for any other sports I do. I have cravings dor things thag I usually wont crave or be able to restrict myself from having. Most people have a lost of appetite after bikram but I just seem to have a horrible craving after every class. Secondly, Im curious why do you recommend people to take in seasalt? I thought salt is bad for our body and many celebrities who are on diet try to prevent any salt intake. Thirdly, I would like to ask if Bikram helps to tone up the thighs, arm and tummy like pilates do? It seems to me that its mostly flexibilty, balancing and maybe cardio cause of all the sweat and all. But doest it help to tone thpse flabby areas? And lastly what food would you recommend to take when I do the 30days challenge and any advoce pr tips while doing the challenge? Thanks alot! 🙂

Andrea.*F.
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April 10, 2012 at 4:32 am

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Hello Adeline,

I am a graduate from Gabrielle’s Teacher Training.

Welcome to the Forum and Hot Yoga! I’s natural that you have all these questions. Good news is, that we all ask pretty much the same things when we first start to practise. I have included some links to other threads on this forum, where I trust you’ll find what you are looking for 😉

Craving and appetite:
One of the great things about practsing yoga is that it can teach you to respect, know and love your own body. The human body is brilliant and it will always find a way to send you signals if it needs something that it’s not getting at the moment. So my first suggestion would be is to have a look at your cravings differently and don’t think they are ‘horrible’. They are just signals your body is sending you. What do you feel like eating after class and what are the types of food you are avoiding at the moment?

Nobody should claim that you will lose your appetite when practising yoga. It will help to bring your appetite to an optimal level. To some that may mean eating less, to some of us though it means an increase in appetite, depending on your diet. Sometimes, I am starving after a yoga class and that’s just normal! Your energy level is high, your metabolism is high and your blood sugar is low. You NEED to eat and feed your body if you want it to work hard for you! Have a fruit smoothie or vegetable juice (and of course drink plenty of water) and your body will thank you for it.

Sea salt:
Here is a really good thread, where Gabrielle answers all your questions about SALT. Celebrities may be skinny and many of them look unhappy and rather unhealthy too, if you ask me. Besides, we know that what’s seen on TV is rarely true or right. 😉

Toning up the body:
The answer to that question is: yes yes and Yes! 🙂 With a regular practise you will see incredible changes physically and mentally. You can read more about that HERE!

Diet and 30 Day Challenge:
There are many different conversations going on about these popular subjects. You can read more about them here:
Food and Yoga practice 30 Day Challenge

I hope you’ll find the answers to your questions. Have fun discovering the Forum.

Enjoy your practice!

Namaste,

Andrea

adelineismyname
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April 10, 2012 at 8:48 am

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Thanks for your help! 🙂

Andrea.*F.
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April 10, 2012 at 9:10 am

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You are welcome Adeline.

Let us know if you need further help!

Namaste,

Andrea
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