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A Student new to Bikram Yoga sees Amazing results - read below for one students story:
I have been practicing Bikram at the Port Orange studio for only a couple of months. I am amazed at
the benefits I am already receiving. I am a 54 year old woman with scoliosis and a history of fibromyalgia.
I dealt with the fibromyalgia for years by staying fit and taking care of myself. I had always been
extremely active and had engaged in near daily exercise since I was about 19 years old. I loved to do high
impact aerobics, lift heavy weights and jog. I thrived on exercise. One thing I never did was stretch.
I was always very inflexible and stretching hurt. I hated to do it so I didn't.
About 8 years ago I started having a problem with my left foot. After a year, I had surgery, but it only
made the problem worse. I was unable to jog. After a while, even walking became painful. Within a year,
the pain had move up my left leg and into my hip (sciatica). I could see that my left leg was turning inward.
My balance was very bad. From that point on, the pain was severe and constant.
My fibromyalgia symptoms became much worse. (... click for the full story)
I tried every different kind of exercise, but any kind of impact made the pain worse. I also started daily
stretching, but it also made my pain worse. I became depressed because I needed exercise to feel my best.
I can't count how many doctors I went to. I tried massage, chiropractic, cranio-sacral therapy, Tai Chi,
acupuncture, colonics (yes, they're awful), practically every vitamin or supplement on the market, Pilates,
dance, numerous physical therapists, swimming, you name it. I also tried yoga without the heat.
(I couldn't stand up straight for a week.)
I found Bikram through my massage therapist and fellow Bikram student, Cheryl Johnson. She is a wonderful
massage therapist and her technique, S.E.T., did help more than anything else had, but my problems persisted
because of the scoliosis. Because I had a bad experience with my introduction to yoga, I was afraid to
try again. I was also terrified of the heat. However, I decided to face my fear and give it a try. To
my amazement, the heat is exactly what my body needed in order to be stretched and strengthened. I am still
one of the most inflexible students in the classes (and maybe one of the oldest), but that's okay. I am seeing
changes that I find amazing. My sciatica pain is at least 70% better. I have packed on about 5 lbs. of muscle
(but my clothes still fit well) and I am starting to feel much stronger in my legs and feet. I am also much
calmer, I'm sleeping better than I have in decades and I have a healthier appetite. When I am in class, I can
see the imbalances in my body in the mirror and I see what I need to do to relieve pressure in the painful areas.
My body is pliable in the heat and I am able to move in ways that I find amazing. It might not look amazing to
some of the seasoned students, but it is amazing to me :) I also love the fact that I can get a cardio workout
without any impact! I BELIEVE that Bikram will heal my body. It won't happen overnight, but that's okay. It
has taken me years to get to this point and I am willing to be patient. Thank you so much, Traci, for opening
your studio in Port Orange. I am so grateful.
Debbie Goodemote
Have a testimonial to share about your experience? Email us at
info@bikramyogansb.com with your story, share and inspire.
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Challenge
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Our next 30 day challenge will start November 1st.
Take the time during this busy time of year to give back to yourself and keep your mind and body fit for
the approaching holiday season.
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30-day challenge
November 1-30th
Take 26 classes in 30 days, if you successfully complete the challenge your reward
is to receive $30 off your next membership and 20% off any retail clothing.
How it works:
- Pay the $99 challenge fee.
- Take class six days a week for 4 weeks (one day of rest allowed each week).
- If you miss a day you must make it up that week by doing a second class on one day (you can only do this twice).
- If you successfully complete the challenge:
You receive $30 off your next membership (must be used in December).
Why do it?
The holidays are a stressful time for everyone - keep yourself de-stressed and looking great by
practicing Bikram Yoga 6 times a week through the most stressful time of the year! Keep yourself
cool with your HOT daily practice.
Challenge yourself...improve your health...enhance your life!!
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Completed 30 day Challenge
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| Laura Graham |
| Rere Anderson |
| Al Allred |
| Sherlene Allred |
| Susie Harris |
| Ray Desmarais |
| Tammy Yeatman |
| Luke Girard |
| Leslie O'Donnell |
| Robin Robinson |
| Georgetta Gibson |
| Gina DeBernardo |
| Ciana DeBernardo |
| Marcia Lenninger |
| Kristi Aldridge |
| Nicole LaPierre |
| Brian LaPierre |
| Terri Cardell |
| Melissa Basso |
| Jessica DeWall |
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60-day challenge
Are you ready for a life-changing experience?
Bikram says if you do yoga everyday for 60 days, it WILL change your life!
How it works:
- Pay the two month ($240) deposit.
- Take class six days a week for eight weeks (one day of rest allowed each week)
- If you miss a day you must make it up that week by doing a second class on one day (you can only do this twice)
- If you successfully complete the challenge:
- You receive a complimentary 1 Month Unlimited Pass ($120 value), to be used within four months
If you don’t complete the challenge:
Bikram Challenge Pass will be converted to a two Month
Unlimited Pass which must be used consecutively.
Why do it?
A regular, consistent yoga practice builds strength, stamina, flexibility, balance and coordination.
It will keep your mind focused and concentrated, relieve tension and stress, purify the blood, improve circulation,
teach you to breath fully and restore health and vitality to your body and soul.
Challenge yourself...improve your health...enhance your life!!
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Wall of Pain
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| Amy Robitzsch |
August 2004 |
| Jaime Gutierrez |
November 2004 |
| Tammy Gooney |
December 2004 |
| Julia Schluraff |
July 2005 |
| Julia Schluraff |
September 2005 |
| Abby Lyons |
September 2005 |
| Julia Schluraff |
November 2005 |
| Julia Schluraff |
January 2006 |
| Angela Campbell |
January 2006 |
| Julie Johnson |
March 2006 |
| Tanya Ford |
November 2006 |
| Ray Desmarais |
November 2006 |
| Leslie O'Donnell |
November 2006 |
| Donna Wallander |
January 2007 |
Currently Taking Challenge
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Congratulations to all of you who have completed the 60 day Challenge!
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