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Depending on the time of year and where you live, your vicinity may experience extreme temperature in the summer months. If so, this style of yoga may be just for you. If you are more used to a cooler environment, read on to see how yoga can really warm you up.

Bikram yoga is hot. Specifically, Bikram yoga is a standardized procedure which teaches 26 poses which are performed in a place which is heated to 105 degrees Fahrenheit (about 40 Celsius) year around. Hot enough for you? That should take the chill off on a cold, snowy day!

Bikram yoga is becoming a more desirable and increasingly popular yoga type. Like all other forms of yoga, Bikram emphasizes balance combined with a mind-body connection. It is very intense and regimented and involves constant instruction. Participants should be aware, though, that this is not for the weak at heart. You will work to your maximum ability and it can put a strain on the uninitiated.

Some yoga aficionados feel that Bikram is too intense and difficult. In fact, some have said that "it's just too much of a good thing". Bikram has gained the nickname "boot camp" yoga. And some call it "militant". They feel that Bikram can defeat the basic concept of yoga which is to relax and do what you can.

Like many other types of yoga, Bikram has been credited with helping folks get relief from symptoms of arthritis, fibromyalgia, and other conditions. But those who savor Bikram yoga swear that the intense temperature adds to the relief folks feel when the practice other types of yoga.

Bright lights, intense temperature, an instructor who could pass for a drill sergeant and a cheerleader, lots of sweat, no warm and fuzzy meditation music. That's Bikram in a nutshell. While some of the 26 poses students strike are similar to those taught in other forms, Bikram teaches them with a totally no nonsense approach. Those 26 poses are totally standardized: no matter where you go. Visit a Bikram studio in another city and you will strike the same poses.

One instructor of Bikram yoga explained that there are three types of students encountered:

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First, the one who says that this form of yoga is cool (hot, actually). It's a challenge and they want to master the techniques.

Second, the learner who says they are not sure about this. They become more stressed than when they started and may actually feel ill.

Finally, there is the student that hates the experience and is usually never seen again.

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Which one will you be? It really doesn't matter since there is a yoga discipline for everyone. But you owe it to yourself to investigate Bikram yoga to see if it's right for you.


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Timex T5J031 Unisex Digital Fitness Heart Rate Monitor Watch
Combining stylish looks with power sport timing and heart rate monitoring features, this mid-sized Timex Digital Fitness watch (model T5J031) can be worn by both men and women. It features a chest strap heart rate monitor, easily accessible function buttons, durable resin case, and comfortable resin strap with a stylish tapered profile. For integrating heart rate monitoring into your training, this watch enables you to track your avareage heart rate and pre-set target heart rate zones with data for time spent within that zone and alarms. It can also display data for calories burned and offers a recovery timer that measures your heart rate after a timed recovery during or after your workout. Sport timing features include:
  • 100-hour chronograph with lap and split, either in large digits
  • 27-lap memory with average heart rate per laps
  • 100-hour countdown timer
  • Alarm with 5-minute backup
  • Month/day/date display with 12/24-hour time
  • 3.5-year battery life

The Indiglo night-light uniformly lights the surface of the watch dial using patented blue electroluminescent lighting technology. It uses less battery power than most other watch illumination systems, enabling your watch battery to last longer. The Night Mode feature allows you to illuminate the Indiglo night-light for 3 seconds with any button press, regardless of the mode or function. The watch is water resistant to 50 meters (165 feet)--suitable for swimming but not for diving. All Timex heart rate monitor sensors have batteries that can be replaced by consumers without requiring them to be returned to the manufacturer.


Customer Review: Don't hit gym without it!
This is the best fitness gadget! I love it! I only recently started exercising again, and have found the HRM to be invaluable. When I first started jogging, I could only manage 20 mins before I felt like I was going to collapse! With the HRM, I immediately saw that I was over doing it. I was able to ease back on my speed until my rate dropped back into "the zone". Consequently, I could go for 45 minutes (burning more calories in the process!). I also love that it calculates the calories I'm burning off. I don't know if it's an accurate number, but it gives a great guide to which activities work best for me. Oh, and I find the strap is perfectly comfortable.

Publ.Date : Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:48:58 GMT

P90X Extreme Home Fitness with Tony Horton - Set of 13 DVDs
P90X is a revolutionary system of 12 sweat-inducing, muscle-pumping workouts, designed to transform your body from regular to ripped in just 90 days. Tony Horton will keep you engaged every step of the way, and you won't believe your results! The secret behind the P90X system is an advanced training technique called "Muscle Confusion," which accelerates the results process by constantly introducing new moves and routines so your body never plateaus, and you never get bored! Whether you want to get lean, bulk up, or just plain get ripped, there's an endless variety of ways to mix and match the routines to keep you motivated the full 90 days and beyond! The complete P90X system includes - 12 Highly Diverse and Intense Workouts: (1) Chest & Back, (2) Plyometrics, (3) Shoulders & Arms, (4) Yoga X, (5) Legs & Back, (6) Kenpo X, (7) X Stretch, (8) Core Synergistics, (9) Chest, Shoulders & Triceps, (10) Back & Biceps, (11) Cardio X, (12) Ab Ripper X. - P90X 3-Phase Nutrition Plan designed to help you lose fat while maintaining high energy levels. - P90X Fitness Guide packed with valuable fitness information to help you get the most out of your program. - "How To Bring It" video for a quick overview of the complete P90X Extreme Home Fitness training system. - P90X Calendar to set your workout goals, track your progress, and stay motivated.
Customer Review: 49 Years Old, 9.8% Body Fat, and in Best Shape of My Life...
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R1X5DXPUXJHB7E My name is Blake Warrington and I just turned 49 and am in the best shape of my life. P90X is Extreme Home Fitness, but will get you ripped. The cool thing is you need nothing more than some push-up bars, a chin-up bar, a set of dumbbells, and a "Bring It" attitude. Also, when you purchase P90X new through Amazon you get the chance to win up to $1,000 every day you workout in the Beachbody Million Dollar Body Game. You just log in your P90X workout into their WOWY (Work Out With You) online gym, do your workout and you are logged in to the daily drawing. My wife won $300 just before last Christmas - it's way cool. Feel free to hit me up via email and ask any questions you have about P90X - either before or after you buy it. I Would love to help you succeed with this program. BRING IT!

Publ.Date : Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:48:58 GMT

Max Fitness Anti-burst Exercise Balls for Premier Core Training w/pump (75cm)
75 cm Max Fitness Exercise ball with FREE foot Pump included. Incorporate the versatility and effectiveness of the Max-Fitness exercise balls into your workout. Core strength training is the only way to exercise. You can take your exercise balls with you wherever you go or exercise at the conveinence of your home. Whether you are new to fitness or a seasoned athlete, this ball will enhance your workout giving you results. Ideal for stretching, strengthening, and toning exercises. First used by physical therapists over 30 years ago, Exercise Balls are now used in leading health clubs around the nation and are quickly becoming a standard item for any home gym. The Max-fitness Exercise Ball is safe, durable, and easy-to-use. The ball is made of burst resistant heavy gauge PVC vinyl and is rated to withstand up to 500lbs pressure.Includes: 1 ball , 1 hand pump. Please note the color of the ball will vary (blue, gray, pearl white, yellow, purple) Please contact us if you have a special color request.Thank you!
Customer Review: The Ball is Round
The Max Fitness exercise ball is great and very round as described unlike other square balls I have received. It is made of a soft material which makes it not hard as other balls I have had before. Still yet, the ball is firm the way I like it, not too mushy like other balls I have received. The ball comes in a charcoal black color, which gives the ball a dark shade contrast. Although, the rubber-plastic like material offsets this darker shade, by having a shiny outside glisten to it. I have found even more unlikely uses for the ball, such as exercising or working out while using it. The pump is especially nice for inflating air into the ball too. All my past balls had been hard to use without this.

Publ.Date : Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:48:58 GMT

Timex Ironman T59761 Midsize 30-Lap Digital Fitness Heart Rate Monitor Watch
Combining stylish looks with power sport timing and heart rate monitoring features, this mid-sized Timex Ironman Triathlon watch (model T59761) can be worn by both men and women. It features a chest strap heart rate monitor, easily accessible function buttons, and Timex's comfortable doubleshot polyurethane strap. For integrating heart rate monitoring into your training, this watch enables you to track your avareage heart rate and pre-set target heart rate zones with data for time spent within that zone and alarms. It can also display data for calories burned and offers a recovery timer that measures your heart rate after a timed recovery during or after your workout. Sport timing features include:

  • 100-hour chronograph with lap and split, either in large digits
  • 30-lap memory with average heart rate per laps
  • 100-hour, 3-mode countdown timer
  • Alarm with 5-minute backup
  • Month/day/date display with 12/24-hour time
  • 2-year battery life

The Indiglo night-light uniformly lights the surface of the watch dial using patented blue electroluminescent lighting technology. It uses less battery power than most other watch illumination systems, enabling your watch battery to last longer. The Night Mode feature allows you to illuminate the Indiglo night-light for 3 seconds with any button press, regardless of the mode or function. The watch is water resistant to 50 meters (165 feet)--suitable for swimming but not for diving. All Timex heart rate monitor sensors have batteries that can be replaced by consumers without requiring them to be returned to the manufacturer.


Customer Review: It's for girls
Silly me -- the word Midsize did not register. When I got it, it was easy to see that it was a GIRLIE watch. Amazon was good with the return/refund process, though. Then I ordered a watch for a DUDE.

Publ.Date : Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:48:58 GMT

Max Fitness Anti-burst Exercise Balls for Premier Core Training w/pump 65 cm
65 cm Max Fitness Exercise Ball with free pump included. Incorporate the versatility and effectiveness of the Max-Fitness exercise balls into your workout. Core strength training is the only way to exercise. You can take your exercise balls with you wherever you go or exercise at the conveinence of your home. Whether you are new to fitness or a seasoned athlete, this ball will enhance your workout giving you results. Ideal for stretching, strengthening and toning exercises. First used by physical therapists over 30 years ago, Exercise Balls are now used in leading health clubs around the nation and are quickly becoming a standard item for any home gym. The Max Fitness Exercise Ball is safe, durable, and easy-to-use. The ball is made of burst resistant heavy gauge PVC vinyl and is rated to withstand up to 500lbs pressure. The 65 cm exercise ball is ideal for a person 5'6" to 5'11". Includes: 1 ball , 1 hand pump. Please note the color of the ball will vary (blue, gray, pearl white, yellow, purple) Please contact us if you have a special color request. Get yours Today!
Customer Review: Wouldn't know...
Max-Rx,LLC is a worthless company! I left feedback under seller feedback, but of course they get the last word. Hence my feedback here! I left feedback stating how I never received my order and how they never returned my phone calls or emails, and they responded by saying I emailed them, confirming that I received the order which is why they will not issue a refund. Yeah...sure! I'm going to ask for a refund on something I supposedly and previously confirmed that I received?! C'mon people!! This company is led by a bunch of retards. Thank God Amazon has excellent customer service...seeing as in how they took care of me when Max-Rx,LLC wouldn't! They still have not responded to any of my emails or calls, but sure can take time to respond to my feedback on their profile to try and save face?!? What a bunch of cowards! I even asked to see the supposed email that was sent by me confirming I received the order. Nope...nothing! So the ball may be great but I'll never know! As for the company, Max-Rx,LLC, I suggest you work on your customer service skills and perhaps learn how to tell the truth!

Publ.Date : Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:48:58 GMT