Hot yoga pulls the body to its limits

Under the indoor high temperature of 38 ° C, regulate breathing, regulate heartbeat, regulate body temperature, stretch the body, and speed up blood circulation. This is how hot yoga is practiced.

At a high temperature of 38 degrees Celsius, it is difficult to regulate breathing well, let alone do such difficult movements while sweating profusely.

Discover the secrets of hot yoga up close

● Venue: The venue is spacious and bright, the composite wood floors are smooth and smooth, and the heating equipment is laid in a relatively concealed manner. At first glance, the hot yoga room is almost exactly the same as the room temperature yoga room next door.

● Temperature: Indoor doors and windows are closed, and the temperature has reached 38 degrees Celsius, similar to a sauna. About 30 minutes later, the face and joints began to turn red, breathing was a little difficult, and sweat poured out a lot. Beginners are best advised to stay close to the door, breathe when they feel uncomfortable, and constantly replenish moisture.

● Difficulty: Because most members are beginners, the coach only taught a dozen movements in 90 minutes. The movement does not seem to be too difficult. However, for people who have poor balance and hand-and-foot coordination, and lack exercise in ordinary times, some movements cannot be achieved in one step when they start learning.

● Feeling: After exercise, most people feel very tired. But after a thorough shower, you will slowly feel lighter, refreshed, and happy.

Preparation for activities: Calm down first

Before practicing hot yoga, take 5 minutes to adjust your breathing and calm yourself down first. Sit cross-legged on the mat, close your eyes, place your hands on your knees, and breathe in and out through your nose. When inhaling in, you can feel the diaphragm opening outward, and the breath goes up and straight to your forehead. The exhalation time should be twice the inhalation time. While breathing in meditation, relax your shoulders, but keep your spine upright and your lower abdomen tight. At the same time, a soothing music can be played.

(Internship Editor: Zhang Xing)