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is hotpod yoga good for you ? a Beginners guide to Hot-pod Yoga 101

What is Hot Yoga ?

• Hot Yoga is a popular yoga form , in which yoga exercise is performed under high temperature or heat condition.
• Bikram Yoga is a popular Hot yoga brand started by Bikram Choudhury in early 1970's.
• Similar Cold yoga Training is also yoga trend popular among some yoga studios , as you guessed the yoga practise is done in Cold temperature.

What is Hot-pod Yoga ?

Video credits to Hot Pod Yoga youtube channel

• Hot-pod yoga is a UK based Hot yoga style brand created by Max anderson and Nick higgins .
• Hot-pod yoga unique approach of hot yoga is created by a cocoon like pods , where the temperature is maintained with 37 degree with Aromatherapy oils are infused inside to give a awesome yoga experience.

Details about HotPod yoga Fitness center :

Founders of Hotpod Yoga             - Max anderson and Nick higgins
Head of Operations                       - Emily Rawlins
Head of Franchise                         - Amy Smith
Head of Marketing                         - Lucie Lemay
Franchise Manager                         - Freya Tringham
Locations                                       - started in Uk (London) and also in 52 different locations.
No of Customers                           - More than 50,000
Hot pod Designers                         - Award winning Inflate and Nick elias

 Details about Hot Pod Yoga class :

Duration of Class                          - 60 Minutes
Temperature inside Pod                 - 37 Degrees
No of people per Pod                     - 20 people
Calories Burned per Hour              - 700 Calories
Yoga Style                                      - Vinyasa

Benefits of Hot Pod Yoga :

• It can Detoxify your body from impure toxins.
• It Burns more calories with healthy weight loss.
• It Boost your mental health and uplifts your mood.
• It rapidly increases flexibility more compared with normal yoga.
• Gives better blood circulation due to high temperature inside the pod.
• Increases the functions of the Lymphatic System in body.
• Reduces the symptoms of IBS & Other Digestive Disorders.
• Helps in physical and mental injury recovery.
• Improves the total body strength and stamina with Endurance.

Who should Avoid the Hot Pod Yoga Classes ?

• Pregnant Women - Hot yoga sessions can be harmful for the fetus health as well as the health of the mother due to the high intensity workout in the heated condition.
• Children under the age 16 - This yoga method can be strain for the growth factor of kids , which may affect their bone.
• People with health condition should consult with your doctor before participating in hot yoga session.
• people with heat intolerance and dehydration problems can have various issues if continuous practise in hot yoga. 

what to wear and bring to hotpod yoga ?

• They recommends Shorts and T shirt for men , for women legging/shorts and vest top.
• Try to bring a Water bottle for regular hydration (because of sweaty hot temperature).
• Have a clean towel for the sweaty session.
• They will provide you free yoga mat, but still you can also bring your own yoga mat for your own comfort.

Things to remember before attending Hot Pod Yoga class :

• Try not to eat before yoga class, being in empty stomach is ideal way to come to a yoga session.But eat if needed and too much hunger.
• Drink appropriate amount of water before the yoga class , because proper hydration is essential for hot yoga flow.
• Avoid drinking water in between yoga session, because it may affect the gain and disrupt the class.But drink water if needed with severe dehydration may lead to various health issues.
• You can also check my post on the similar Buti Yoga flow , which is built especially for women with cardio and yoga dance fusion.

Scientific Research on Hot Yoga Flow :

• In a 2008 study on Hot yoga of Bikram style found that 21 healthy beginners attended 3 classes a week for 8 weeks, after 2 months the group showed overall increase in strength,flexibility and Balance.
• In a 2014 study on hot yoga found that 19 experienced students in hot yoga within a 90 minute session burned 460 calories for men and 330 calories for women.
• Another study by Finnish researchers on sauna shows that long term effects on sauna can lower blood pressure and decrease the heart condition.
• A research on Depressed women found that 52 women attended for 2 times a week for 8 weeks.And at the end of the study shows that the women have decreased stress levels.