A : Of course, it is very healthy. Through sweating, we get rid of toxins that build up in our body, we cleanse our system and give an opportunity to our organism to detox and get rid of unwanted stuff. It is important though that you drink a lot of water after your yoga practice to replenish all the liquids that you lost through sweat.

A : Power yoga is a whole body system. Through a variety of postures, the flow of prana or life-force is increased bringing health and vitality. A truly healthy person is one whose energy and vitality enable him/her to fight illness. When the energy is flowing smoothly, then there is balance in the body strengthening the body's immunity system and resistance.

What are you looking for? If you're looking for a very physically challenging class, you might try Sanga Vinyasa, which offers more of a cardio workout than Slow Flow. If you want a slower-paced class that will work your entire body and help you focus inward, try Slow Flow. For a combination of Vinyasa and Slow flow, check out our Fusion class. You really just need to try them both out and experience the difference yourself. That's why we offer the free week.

Foot wetness is a common problem and left untreated can lead to foot and shoe odor. Fortunately, it can be treated effectively with Odor-Eaters products. Using an Odor-Eaters Foot Powder or Insole will help absorb the wetness and keep your feet comfortable all day – plus stop foot and shoe odor before it has a chance to start!

Basic Yoga is appropriate for most beginners. Check the class schedule to see when the next Basic Yoga classes are scheduled. If you are out-of-shape, very stiff, or injuried, you should start out with one of the Gentle Yoga classes. On the other hand, if you're very fit and flexible, you may enjoy starting out at a Flow class. More information for beginners is available on our Beginners Page.

You can expect an hour to ninety-minute session in which you will be introduced to a wide variety of poses. Some poses are done while standing, some sitting, lying down and, over time, upside-down. Your instructor will teach you how to use props such as blankets, blocks and belts that help you work on a pose to the best of your ability. Poses have many different benefits, including improving strength, muscle tone, flexibility and alignment.

During your first classes at the Yoga on the Hill, you will be introduced to the basic asanas (poses or postures), which include standing poses, sitting poses, and inverted poses. All the asanas have Sanskrit names that the teacher will use-don't worry, you are not expected to pick it all up right away. Your teacher will orient you to the fundamental shapes and actions of the postures and repeat them, so that you learn to know them.

Here are three sites you can check: B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga National Association of the U.S. (includes listing of certified Iyengar yoga teachers); Iyengar Yoga Institute, London "links and addresses" page listing Iyengar yoga centers around the world); Yoga Finder (locate yoga teachers, facilities, and retreats)

Please dress comfortably in light clothing. Ashtanga yoga is a dynamic, athletic style of yoga. Your own yoga mat is recommended for hygienic reasons. Mats are available for purchase at The Yoga Shala for $34. You may bring a water bottle for after your class; however we do not recommend you drink water during class.

A : Yoga is a great companion during pregnancy. But because Power Yoga is done in a flowing sequence in a heated room and there is a lot of internal heat, most women cannot stand it. I'd recommend that you practice Hatha Yoga instead. This is a more slow form of yoga where you can exercise your body in a relaxed way. Power yoga is more dynamic and challenging. If, you are already an advanced practitioner of power yoga you can modify your practice to your needs.

Anything we sell on our web site is a great gift for a Yoga enthusiast! Some items might be better gifts than others depending on the type of Yoga your friend, colleague or family member practices. For Astanga and Bikram students - or any Yogis who do a heat-building or "sweatier" practice - the Mysore Practice Rug™ makes a great gift, even if they already have one.

Here are some questions you should ask yourself before starting yoga (plus always check with your doctor to make sure you have no health condition to prevent you from doing yoga).

There are hundreds on the market now, all different levels and styles of yoga. I'm partial to Yoga Mind Body produced by Ali McGraw. The yoga instructor is Erich Schiffman (one of my teachers). He is truly gifted and walks the talk. The video is a very clear, well-rounded 40-minute sequence. You can also go to your local library and check out many yoga videos or New Renaissance in NW Portland and rent them.

No. Power Yoga is a fairly recent form of yoga that was introduced in the past 10 years by Western practitioners. Some Power Yoga classes are based on the Ashtanga Yoga sequence or contain characteristics of Ashtanga yoga. These classes are in no way related to the Ashtanga yoga classes offered at the Green Room School of Yoga. & Back To Top

Wear comfortable, light weight clothing that you can sweat in. We suggest bringing a towel to class and a water bottle. You should also bring a mat, but if you do not own one, mats can be purchased at enso.

The practice of Ashtanga yoga is an ancient and powerful discipline for cultivating physical, mental and spiritual health. Progressive techniques of breath, posture and movement cleanse, stretch and strengthen the body as well as focus and calm the mind. A deeper experience of self becomes possible through consistent practice – Tim Miller

Breathing and moving together while performing asanas (postures) makes the blood hot. Thick blood is dirty and causes disease in the body. The heat created from yoga cleans the blood and makes it thin, so that it may circulate freely. The combination of the asanas with movement and breath make the blood circulate freely around all the joints, taking away body pains.

Even if you have never done yoga or you don't know anything about yoga, we recommend that you visit our class. We don't have any prerequisites. Also, if you think you are not that flexible, it is not a problem at all. Our yoga class is for everyone. And, the most important thing is our class is free.

Advise your teacher of your concerns before class. Iyengar teachers are trained to modify and suggest alternative strategies (or postures) to enable you to practice safely and intelligently. Yoga is open to people of all ages and all levels of physical condition. Do not be put off from trying a yoga class because you feel that you are too old, too stiff, too fat, too thin, too tired, etc. Yoga has something to offer everyone.

The best class for a beginner is any Intro class or Intro/Level I. Gentle Yoga may also be appropriate. We practice Iyengar Yoga. If you are not sure whether the type of Yoga you did before was Iyengar Yoga, it will be best to start with an Intro or Level I class.

A yoga mat (if you have one) and an open mind. Our studio is equipped with mats and props for your use.

Yes. Western science has been studying Yoga for nearly 50 years, and the evidence shows numerous physical and psychological benefits from Yoga. Interestingly, there seems to be something about Yoga -- vs. exercise and controlled breathing -- that is beneficial. For example, a recent study with heart patients showed that those who followed a stress reduction program that included many Yoga practices did better than patients who exercised or did nothing.

Ultimately, yoga is one of many paths towards enlightenment. To reach enlightenment, however, requires serious commitment. Therefore, the immediate benefits we receive are steady-mind, proper breathing, better posture, the release of toxins, stress reduction, clarity, and physical and mental flexibility, strength, and balance, to name a few. WARNING: You should consult your physician before engaging in any physical activities, including yoga.

Would you want your hands, face, or armpits to be dripping sweat every time you attempt to hold a girl's or guy's hand? Would you like a guarantee that you'll be soaking wet every time you go to a job interview? It's uncomfortable and extremely embarrassing, and many people who suffer from hyperhidrosis are not aware that they suffer from a treatable medical condition.

Yes. Try the Kripalu Yoga Gentle or the Kripalu Yoga Dynamic videos. They are excellent, easy-to-follow classes led by highly skilled yoga teachers.

That is part of the winning trifecta: water bottle, cellphone and towel. If you have all three your are an accomplished non practitioner. Towelling off between every pose because you are made of sugar and you might melt, drinking your way to hyponatremia and keeping an ear out for when the cell will vibrate in your handbag will assure your yogic progress. You should use a towel to wipe the space around your mat if you sweat profusely. Otherwise leave it at home, Linus.

Sweating is how your body dissipates heat and keeps its core temperature down when you are working out. Usually the more you train, the more easily you sweat, because your body knows it is going to get hot and starts working to cool itself off. There is also the possibility of some having more sweat glands than others have -- men sweat more than women do for this reason. Overall, when you find yourself sweating more easily, take it as a good sign you're really fit!

Feet excrete as much as 8 ounces of moisture a day. This is due to the fact there are 250,000 sweat glands in both feet.

Dogs have the ability to sweat, but in places that are a little different from humans. Dogs sweat through their pads and feet. Their skin and armpit areas don't contain sweat glands like ours do. Their main method of ridding themselves from heat, however, is by panting, which is a very different mechanism than what we generally use. For these reasons, we must take great care to protect our dogs from heat stroke.