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Hatha Yoga is a broad term encompassing various physical postures (asanas) and breathing techniques (pranayama) aimed at aligning the body and mind. It focuses on balance, flexibility, and strength. Bikram Yoga, on the other hand, is a specific form of hot yoga consisting of a series of 26 postures and...
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Hatha Yoga is a broad term encompassing various physical postures (asanas) and breathing techniques (pranayama) aimed at aligning the body and mind. It focuses on balance, flexibility, and strength. Bikram Yoga, on the other hand, is a specific form of hot yoga consisting of a series of 26 postures and two breathing exercises practiced in a heated room. While both involve physical postures and breathing, Bikram Yoga follows a specific sequence and is practiced in a hot environment, whereas Hatha Yoga is more diverse and can be practiced in various styles and settings. read less
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Three factors together distinguish Bikram yoga from other forms of hatha yoga: (1) the set sequence of 26 asanas and two breathing exercises (Figure 1), (2) the heated environment (40.6°C, 40% humidity), and (3) the instructional dialogue.
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In contrast to Bikram yoga, hatha yoga is not practiced in a heated environment and does not follow a prescribed set of postures. Usually, when a class is marketed as hatha, it generally means that “you will get a gentle introduction to the most basic yoga postures” and that you won't break...
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In contrast to Bikram yoga, hatha yoga is not practiced in a heated environment and does not follow a prescribed set of postures. Usually, when a class is marketed as hatha, it generally means that “you will get a gentle introduction to the most basic yoga postures” and that you won't break out in a sweat.

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Three factors together distinguish Bikram yoga from other forms of hatha yoga: (1) the set sequence of 26 asanas and two breathing exercises (Figure 1), (2) the heated environment (40.6°C, 40% humidity), and (3) the instructional dialogue.
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Three factors together distinguish Bikram yoga from other forms of hatha yoga: (1) the set sequence of 26 asanas and two breathing exercises (Figure 1), (2) the heated environment (40.6°C, 40% humidity), and (3) the instructional dialogue.
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In contrast to Bikram yoga, hatha yoga is not practiced in a heated environment and does not follow a prescribed set of postures. Usually, when a class is marketed as hatha, it generally means that “you will get a gentle introduction to the most basic yoga postures” and that you won't break...
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In contrast to Bikram yoga, hatha yoga is not practiced in a heated environment and does not follow a prescribed set of postures. Usually, when a class is marketed as hatha, it generally means that “you will get a gentle introduction to the most basic yoga postures” and that you won't break out in a sweat.

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