The MakeMeThinner Support Forum

[KareBear]

Hello esteemed forum members,
Has anyone done Bikram Yoga while on MF? It's one of my favorite things in the world -- (yep, I'm one of those weirdo Californian's). I am concerned that we are not eating enough calories to endure this for 90 minutes. Does anyone have any input on this?

[Seaside]

Dear KareBear,

Sorry, I don't have any insights on Bikram yoga -- but since you seem to be into exercise, can I ask you a question? Do you (or anyone else) do any other kinds of exercise while on MF? I think I will be doing this program for a while -- I have considerably more than 10 lbs to lose! -- and I'd like to get back into my once-usual routine of Pilates, swimming and weight training. Any advice?

Wish I could help you on the yoga question. I'll certainly be interested to read what others say, because eventually I'd like to do yoga, too.

[bikipatra]

Nancy has said to wait 3-4 weeks after starting the program to start an exercise plan if you haven't been active. And then exercise should be gentle in the beginning. Too much exercise before then can cause muscle damage/loss. I am just quoting what she posted in the last few days...so maybe reading her post will be best...I have been a TOTAL computer/bed potato for over a year so I will be going by other's examples when I start my exercise plan.

[Seaside]

Thanks for the advice, Biki! I need to get down to a more comfortable weight before I start, anyway. Wouldn't be too much fun to hurt myself and be back at square negative one! Since I live right on the water, I can definitely settle for long walks and enjoying the scenery, at least for another few weeks. I'll definitely look for Nancy's post on exercise.

[bikipatra]

I walked to my new doctor today and it was about a ten block walk. I was wearing athletically sound shoes. But my lower back really started to ache. I am so out of shape. When I belonged to a gym, about a year ago, they had yoga classes all the time. I never participated because I didn't want to be the BIG GIRL with all the thin women in snug yoga pants. I was noticing that there are a few yoga shows on TV though. I might work out in private for a while once I start.

[KareBear]

Thanks to all who responded. I think I'll wait awhile. Even tho I have been exercising, I definitely notice I don't have the stamina yet that I usually do. I'm at the 2 week mark, so I'll wait a couple more. I can't believe how good I feel. Ten down, 30 more to go!

[Diet Diva]

Hi Karebear,

I am a big Yoga fan as well. I'm not doing any Bikram style workouts while on Mfast. I'm sticking to regular room-temp gentle/moderate Yoga. Just knowing the intensity of the Bikram style, coupled with the high room temp. that encourages excessive sweating for 60-90 minutes, I would be concerned with possible dehydration, low potassium and sodium levels etc...I know I am not an expert, nor doctor, but speak only from experience (4 month on Mfast.) For my own fitenss routine I am sticking to regular room temp. Yoga and successfully managing my Mfast plan. I will tackle Bikram Yoga once I transition and can handle a more rigorous routine.
Hope this helps.

Diet Diva

[5eh]

I walked to my new doctor today and it was about a ten block walk. I was wearing athletically sound shoes. But my lower back really started to ache. I am so out of shape. When I belonged to a gym, about a year ago, they had yoga classes all the time. I never participated because I didn't want to be the BIG GIRL with all the thin women in snug yoga pants. I was noticing that there are a few yoga shows on TV though. I might work out in private for a while once I start.

Biki,
Don't let insecurity get the better of you! I know I have more respect for someone trying to make themselves healthy than I do for tiny girls in tank tops. I have an awesome yoga instructor I am going to be working with once I'm to my three week mark, and she's the antithesis of the way we think about tiny yoga instructors: she's caring, kind, professional, and, best of all, she wants me to listen to my body. I just don't think you should worry about what other people think about you, the fact that you're doing something should be the biggest upper of all!

[Ana]

Hi,

I am just starting MF and feel GREAT! I have been doing Bikram 4 to 5 times per week for a while now and am not planning to stop it. I drink LOTS of water and take mineral supplements. If I start feeling bad in class, I will certainly take it easier. But I am much more used to the heat that I was when I began and don't sweat like I used to earlier.


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[lilgorg]

i love the bikram yoga and usually do it 2-4 times per week. i just started MF and i totally miss yoga. i'm going to go tonite for the first time so i'll let ya know if it feels any different. i drank about 84 oz of water so far so i'm hoping that will help me...

[lilgorg]

i just got home from my first bikram class while on MF. to tell u the truth, it wasn't that much different. the only tricky thing was timing my eating around the class. speaking of eating, i'm about 20 minutes off schedule so i gotta run and eat my L&G. i just wanted to post on here and let u know that so far it seems ok to bikram. just be sure to drink PLENTY PLENTY of water and you should be fine. have fun!

[Lauraly]

When I belonged to a gym, about a year ago, they had yoga classes all the time. I never participated because I didn't want to be the BIG GIRL with all the thin women in snug yoga pants.

I didn't want to deal with gym classes either, so I signed up for stuff at a local community college. My yoga class is held in a high school rec room and populated by normal women of all sizes, not gym rats. For me, the atmosphere is way more accepting than a gym.

My Tai Chi class is the same kind of crowd, including one 300# woman who is really getting good. I don't know if I'll ever join a gym as long as I have the community college.