Gaiam: Hot Yoga For Beginners

Matt breaks down four of the most commonly used yoga poses/sequences in hot yoga classes, including Chaturanga, Twisting Lunge, Float Forward and Triangle Pose.

Matt breaks down four of the most commonly used yoga poses/sequences in hot yoga classes, including Chaturanga, Twisting Lunge, Float Forward and Triangle Pose.

Matt breaks down four of the most commonly used yoga poses/sequences in hot yoga classes, including Chaturanga, Twisting Lunge, Float Forward and Triangle Pose.

Warm up with this energizing sequence that helps create awareness of breath. This practice features fundamental poses, including a breakdown of Sun Salutations, Warrior I and chair pose.

This energizing practice features variations of Warrior II and a combination of open and closed twists that will improve balance and strengthen the core.

Matt starts with an introduction to Dancer’s Pose, giving you step-by-step instructions to this popular, and empowering pose. The hip-opening practice then moves into a variety of forward folds that will de-stress the body. Fully absorb the benefits of your hot yoga practice by ending with a relaxing Savasana.