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| Hi everyone- new to the Forum.
I took Bikram classes over a year ago, and really enjoyed them. I would like to get back into the practice, but really can't work classes into my schedule, so I'm considering starting up at home. The space heater idea in the other 'at home' thread was really helpful! (question, though- I live in a dry climate- is humidity important as well as heat?)
I was wondering if anyone had recommendations on books/videos that could help me get working at home. I was thinking of getting Bikram's book, but would love a CD to lead me through the workout, like an instructor on CD. Is any such thing available?
thanks,
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| As far as I know, Bikram doesn't have a video, but he does have an audio tape that you can purchase from the web site and in which he talks you through the whole series. I love the tape. I know people who don't want to listen to the same recording over and over, but I like not having to time myself through the poses (I'm sure I would cheat!). Of course, you don't have the benefit of seeing the poses done, so I wouldn't recommend this audio tape to anyone who hadn't been to SEVERAL studio classes first and who isn't very confident of doing the poses correctly. I definitely recommend getting the book. I've consulted mine often.
I practice at home all the time (except recently, unfortunately, because of sciatica) and love it. Good luck! |
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| The owner of the studio I go to said that Bikram is developing a DVD. I sure hope so, but I wouldn't count on it  |
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| Thanks for the information! I found the audio tape on the Bikram website- I don't know why I didn't think of checking there myself...  |
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| Bikram's wife, Rajashree, told me last week that indeed he IS close to a video/DVD. Don't mean to intone we were having dinner or something--she was hosting a seminar and mentioned it. |
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| FYI, they were "close" to having a video 2 years ago, too, while I was in training. I wouldn't hold my breath, IOW.
Check out Yoga Challenge I with Tony Sanchez. It is basically the Bikram series, sans fixed firm and a few extra asanas. It's about 60" as opposed to the 90" Bikram class.
Peace,
Gwyn
Edited by My Cats' Mom 2004-09-10 10:20 PM
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Bikram at home: books or videos?
