What makes Bikram yoga stand out from other types of yoga is that it requires a room that can be heated up to about one hundred degrees Fahrenheit. Unfortunately, the added heat means that Bikram yoga is not for everyone, especially those who are suffering from hypertension or have heart problems. However for those who can take the heat, the extra degrees means increased flexibility and blood flow. For a few people, the heat even allows them to feel more relaxed. read more..