Hot yoga is more than sweat — it’s transformation. Recent studies from the American Council on Exercise show that practicing in heated environments increases flexibility, enhances circulation, and accelerates calorie burn compared to traditional yoga. Participants reported deeper stretches and improved range of motion after only four sessions.
But perhaps the most significant impact is mental clarity. Research from Harvard Medical School found that heat exposure during yoga increases endorphins and reduces cortisol — the stress hormone. In other words, hot yoga promotes strength, flexibility, and emotional regulation in a single session. You don’t just leave lighter — you leave aligned.
