Young woman practicing Camel Pose in a heated Bikram Yoga studio, wearing traditional saffron activewear

Bikram Yoga: Benefits, Poses, and How It Differs from Hot Yoga

Bikram-yoga-benefits-poses-saffron-dress Bikram Yoga is like doing yoga in a preheated oven—voluntarily. You’ll tackle 26 poses in a scorching room, with sweat pouring like you’re in a tropical storm (towel recommended, dignity optional). What makes it different from regular hot yoga? It never changes—same moves, same order, same "is it getting hotter or is it just me?" panic. But that strict, sweat-drenched routine comes with serious Bikram Yoga benefits: deep flexibility, detoxifying sweat, and…
Young woman practicing traditional 4 types of yoga outdoors at sunrise in meditative pose wearing saffron dress

4 Types of Yoga: The Foundations of Traditional Practice

4-types-of-yoga-traditional-foundations Yoga has exploded in popularity, but its true magic lies in the 4 types of yoga—ancient paths that still work today. Think of them like personality tests, but with fewer awkward questions. First, there’s action (perfect if sitting still makes you twitchy), devotion (for the romantics of spirituality), wisdom (deep thinkers, unite!), and meditation (because who doesn’t need more calm?). No pressure—each path fits different folks. Maybe one clicks instantly, while another…