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Bikram Yoga 26 & 2 Breakdown: Poses, Benefits, and Tips

The Complete Bikram Yoga Pose Guide – All 26 Postures & 2 Breathing Exercises

Explore the full Bikram Yoga sequence in order, from Pranayama deep breathing through the standing series, floor series, spine-strengthening postures, and final breathing exercise. Whether you're new to the practice or refining your understanding of the Hot 26, this guide connects you to detailed pose breakdowns, breathing techniques, and recovery insights to support a stronger, safer, and more informed practice.

The 26 Bikram Yoga Poses & 2 Breathing Techniques

The Bikram Hot Yoga method follows a precise sequence of 26 postures and two breathing exercises practiced in the same order every class. Each posture builds on the previous one to warm the body, strengthen the spine, improve circulation, and increase flexibility safely.

Opening Breath | Standing Series | Floor Series | Closing Breath | Final Rest

Opening Breathing Exercise

Pranayama

Standing Deep Breathing

Standing Series

Half Moon Hands to Feet

Ardha Chandrasana with Pada Hastasana

Standing Head to Knee Pose

Dandayamana Janushirasana

Standing Bow Pulling Pose

Dandayamana Dhanurasana

Balancing Stick Pose

Tuladandasana

Standing Separate Leg Stretch

Dandayamana Bibhaktapada Paschimotthanasana

Triangle Pose in Bikram Yoga

Trikonasana

Standing Separate Leg Head to Knee

Dandayamana Bibhaktapada Janushirasana

Floor Series

Head to Knee with Stretching Pose

Janushirasana Paschimottanasana

Spine Twisting Pose

Ardha Matsyendrasana

Closing Breath

Kapalbhati breathing blowing in firm pose closing pranayama in the Bikram hot yoga series

Kapalbhati – Closing Breath

Kapalabhati Pranayama

Final Rest

Final Savasana

Corpse Pose

Part 1: Postures 1–10

From Pranayama to Triangle — begin your Bikram journey with powerful standing postures.

Part 2: Postures 11–20

Build core strength and back flexibility with the floor series and energizing backbends.

Part 3: Postures 21–26 + Recovery

Finish strong with spinal twists, breathing techniques, and hydration to restore your energy.

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