Watch Hot Yoga for Beginners

2015
1 Season

Hot Yoga for Beginners is an instructional yoga video series produced by Gaiam Americas, a leading producer of yoga and fitness videos. The series is designed to introduce beginners to hot yoga, a popular form of yoga practiced in a heated studio that can help increase flexibility, improve balance, and reduce stress. The main instructor for the series is Mandy Ingber, a widely respected yoga teacher and author of several books on yoga and wellness.

The series consists of five episodes, each focusing on a specific aspect of hot yoga. The first episode is an introductory class that covers the basics of hot yoga, including the benefits, proper attire, and safety tips. The second episode focuses on the foundational postures used in hot yoga, such as forward folds, lunges, and twists. The third episode is a full-length yoga class that combines the postures covered in the previous episodes into a flowing sequence.

The fourth episode introduces more challenging postures, such as arm balances and inversions, and teaches modifications for students who may not be ready to attempt these poses. The final episode is a longer yoga class that incorporates all of the postures and concepts covered in the series into a challenging and invigorating sequence.

Throughout each episode, Ingber provides clear and detailed instruction, demonstrating each posture and offering helpful tips for correct alignment and breathing technique. She also emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body and practicing yoga in a way that feels safe and appropriate.

In addition to the instructional content, the series includes behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with Ingber and other yoga teachers, providing insight into the philosophy and practice of hot yoga.

Overall, Hot Yoga for Beginners is an excellent resource for individuals looking to try hot yoga for the first time or deepen their understanding of this challenging and rewarding form of yoga. The series provides clear and comprehensive instruction, while also emphasizing the importance of mindfulness, safety, and self-care in the practice of yoga.

Hot Yoga for Beginners is a series that ran for 1 seasons (8 episodes) between January 1, 2015 and on Gaiam Americas

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Seasons

7. Float Forward

January 1, 2015

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.

6. Chaturanga

January 1, 2015

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.

5. Twisting Lunge

January 1, 2015

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.

4. Triangle Pose

January 1, 2015

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.

3. Simmer Down

January 1, 2015

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.

2. Ignite The Body

January 1, 2015

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

1. Heating Up

January 1, 2015

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.

101. Bonus: Pose Details

January 1, 1990

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

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Where to Watch Hot Yoga for Beginners

Hot Yoga for Beginners is available for streaming on the Gaiam Americas website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Hot Yoga for Beginners on demand at Amazon.