Bikram Yoga and Bone Density: A Powerful Duo for Better Bone Health

​The benefits of a regular Bikram Yoga practice are seemingly endless, but one especially exciting advantage is its potential to improve bone density. That’s right—Bikram Yoga and bone health make quite the team.

Throughout the 26 postures in the Bikram Yoga sequence, we practice numerous low-impact, weight-bearing poses. These postures, performed in a heated environment, gently stress the bones in a safe and controlled way. This stimulation encourages the body to strengthen and rebuild bone tissue—a process known as bone remodeling. It’s one of the key reasons Bikram Yoga is often considered an ideal form of yoga for those concerned about osteoporosis.
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But don’t just take our word for it—this is backed by science.
A 2014 study explored the potential impact of Bikram Yoga on improving bone density. The study tracked nine female Bikram Yoga practitioners, aged 30 to 59, who consistently attended at least three classes per week. Their bone mineral content was measured at the start of the study and again five years later.

The results were very positive:

• Premenopausal participants showed an average increase in bone mineral density of 6.6% at the femoral neck, 2.0% at the total hip, and 1.0% in the lumbar spine. 
• Postmenopausal participants, in contrast, experienced decreases of 6.0%, 8.1%, and 5.6% in those same areas, respectively.

​The study concluded that regular Bikram Yoga practice may help preserve—or even increase—bone mineral density over time. As such, it could be a powerful tool in the prevention of osteoporosis.

So what are you waiting for, book your next class now, and stretch your way to healthier bones.