Bikram Yoga is a style of hot yoga that involves practicing a sequence of 26 postures in a room heated to 105°F with 40% humidity. Each posture has a specific purpose and is designed to work every part of the body, from the bones to the skin. 

In this blog post, we will go through the 26 postures of Bikram Yoga and explain how to perform them correctly.

1. Standing Deep Breathing (Pranayama) Begin in a standing position with your feet together, and hands in a prayer position at your chest. Inhale deeply through your nose, filling your lungs, and then exhale deeply through your mouth, expelling all the air. Repeat this for 10 breaths.
2. Half Moon Pose (Ardha Chandrasana) From standing, raise your arms overhead and interlace your fingers, leaving your index fingers pointing straight up. Lean to the right, stretching your left side, and hold for 30 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
3. Awkward Pose (Utkatasana) Start in a standing position with your feet together. Bend your knees and lower your hips as if you are sitting on an imaginary chair. Keep your chest lifted and your arms parallel to the floor. Hold for 30 seconds.
4. Eagle Pose (Garurasana) Stand with your feet together and arms by your sides. Cross your right leg over your left thigh and then cross your left arm over your right arm, bringing your palms together. Hold for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side.
5. Standing Head to Knee (Dandayamana Janushirasana) Stand with your feet hip-width apart. Lift your right leg and hold your right foot with both hands. Straighten your left leg and then bend forward, bringing your forehead to your left knee. Hold for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side.
6. Standing Bow Pulling Pose (Dandayamana Dhanurasana) From standing, bend your left knee and grab your left foot with your left hand. Extend your right arm forward and lift your right leg behind you, keeping your hips squared. Hold for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side.
7. Balancing Stick Pose (Tuladandasana) Stand with your feet together and arms overhead. Lean forward, keeping your arms and legs straight, and lift your left leg behind you. Hold for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side.
8. Standing Separate Leg Stretching Pose (Dandayamana Bibhaktapada Paschimottanasana) Stand with your feet wide apart and arms overhead. Bend forward, keeping your back straight, and place your hands on the floor between your feet. Hold for 30 seconds.
9. Triangle Pose (Trikonasana) Stand with your feet wide apart and arms at your sides. Turn your left foot out 90 degrees and your right foot in slightly. Extend your left arm out to the side and then reach down to place your left hand on your left ankle. Raise your right arm straight up, keeping your chest open. Hold for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side.
10. Standing Separate Leg Head to Knee Pose (Dandayamana Bibhaktapada Janushirasana) Stand with your feet wide apart and hands on your hips. Turn your right foot out 90 degrees and your left foot in slightly. Bend forward, bringing your forehead to your right knee and your hands to your right foot. Hold for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side.
11. Tree Pose (Tadasana) Stand with your feet together and arms at your sides. Lift your right foot and place it on your left thigh, bringing your hands into a prayer position in front of your chest. Hold for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side.
12. Toe Stand (Padangustasana) From standing, lower your hips and bend your knees, bringing your hands to the floor in front of you. Lift your heels and balance on the balls of your feet. Hold for 30 seconds.
13. Dead Body Pose (Savasana) Lie down on your back with your arms at your sides and palms facing up. Close your eyes and relax for 30 seconds.
14. Wind-Removing Pose (Pavanamuktasana) Lie down on your back and bring your knees to your chest, wrapping your arms around your legs. Hold for 30 seconds.
15. Sit-up (Ardha Uttanasana) Lie down on your back with your arms at your sides. Lift your head and shoulders off the floor, bringing your hands to your knees. Hold for 30 seconds.
16. Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana) Lie down on your stomach with your palms flat on the floor under your shoulders. Inhale and lift your chest off the floor, keeping your elbows close to your body. Hold for 30 seconds.
17. Locust Pose (Salabhasana) Lie down on your stomach with your arms at your sides. Lift your chest, arms, and legs off the floor, keeping your gaze forward. Hold for 30 seconds.
18. Full Locust Pose (Poorna Salabhasana) Lie down on your stomach with your arms at your sides. Lift your chest, arms, and legs off the floor, bringing your hands together behind your back. Hold for 30 seconds.
19. Bow Pose (Dhanurasana) Lie down on your stomach and grab your ankles with your hands. Inhale and lift your chest and legs off the floor, bringing your gaze forward. Hold for 30 seconds.
20. Fixed Firm Pose (Supta Vajrasana) Kneel and sit on your heels. Lower your back down to the floor and interlace your fingers behind your back. Hold for 30 seconds.
21. Half Tortoise Pose (Ardha Kurmasana) Sit on your heels with your arms overhead. Lower your forehead to the floor and stretch your arms forward, bringing your palms together. Hold for 30 seconds.
22. Camel Pose (Ustrasana) Kneel with your knees hip-width apart and your hands on your hips. Lean back, bringing your hands to your heels and keeping your gaze up. Hold for 30 seconds.
23. Rabbit Pose (Sasangasana) Kneel with your forehead on the floor and your hands on your heels. Roll forward, bringing the crown of your head to the floor and holding onto your heels. Hold for 30 seconds.
24. Head to Knee Pose with Stretching (Janushirasana with Paschimottanasana) Sit with your legs extended in front of you. Bend your right leg and place your right foot against your left thigh. Reach forward and hold onto your left foot, stretching your left leg out in front of you. Hold for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side.
25. Spine Twisting Pose (Ardha Matsyendrasana) Sit with your legs extended in front of you. Bend your right knee and place your right foot on the floor outside your left knee. Twist your torso to the right, placing your left elbow on your right knee and your right hand on the floor behind you. Hold for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side.
26. Blowing in Firm Pose (Kapalbhati in Vajrasana) Sit on your heels with your palms on your thighs. Take a deep breath and forcefully exhale through your nose, contracting your abdomen. Repeat for 30 seconds.

Conclusion

The 26 postures of Bikram Yoga are designed to work the entire body, promoting strength, flexibility, balance, and relaxation. Each posture has its unique benefits and challenges, and practicing them regularly can lead to significant improvements in overall health and well-being.

Remember to always listen to your body and modify the postures as needed. It's essential to approach the practice with patience and consistency, allowing yourself time to progress at your own pace. With dedication and practice, you can reap the full benefits of Bikram Yoga and transform your mind, body, and spirit.