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Have you just been doing bikram or doing other things to lose the weight you have?

Congratulations Donna on finding Bikram!!!

I’ve been attending Bikram classes for only 6 months, so I’m a newbie also. I can’t begin to tell you how much better I feel since starting this journey. I also needed to lose weight (still do %-P about 20lbs), and I did lose 20lbs during the first 3 months. I have stopped looking at the scale since I know I’m still losing, but the scale isn’t agreeing. Every week something else is too big to wear! It’s a great feeling.

Even though I started Bikram to lose weight, I gained many other benefits. I no longer have ankle pain (accident injury), no indigestion, no longer need sleeping aids, plus my family says I’m much calmer. This is definitely something I will continue with. It’s a lifestyle change.

My husband started Bikram when he saw how much I enjoyed it. He was a big runner and into weight training, yet he was always complaining about back, neck and knee problems. Since starting Bikram, he has stopped the running and weight training altogether. He has never felt better, stronger and no longer has back/neck/knee issues. He’s even starting to get flexible 😆 When he first started he couldn’t reach his feet in the floor bow pose either. Now, 3 months later, he can reach his feet with no problem.

So, I guess what I’m trying to say Donna, is don’t give up! Go at your own pace and own your space. An understanding teacher will not make you do something you’re not ready for. As long as your not “making up” your own poses, there should be some modifications to help you along the way.

Have fun with the journey.

Barb