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Does yoga help lose weight

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Anees Grewal
Posted Under Health and Fitness, on 6 May 2025

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Anees Grewal
Posted Under Health and Fitness, on 6 May 2025
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Yes, yoga can help you lose weight when combined with a healthy diet and consistent lifestyle. While it's not as intense as running or gym workouts, yoga, especially power yoga or vinyasa, supports weight loss in several effective ways.

How does yoga help?

  • Boosts metabolism – certain poses improve digestion and stimulate fat-burning.

  • Builds strength and tones muscles – especially power yoga, vinyasa, or ashtanga styles.

  • Reduces stress, which lowers cortisol, a hormone that can lead to weight gain.

  • Improves mindfulness – helping you make better food choices and avoid emotional eating.

Effective yoga poses for weight loss:

  • Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation)

  • Plank Pose (Phalakasana)

  • Boat Pose (Navasana)

  • Chair Pose (Utkatasana)

  • Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana)

Practising yoga regularly, even 30–45 minutes daily, can bring visible results. Focus on a balanced diet rich in whole foods to support your efforts.

If you're new to yoga, you can join a local class or online session. There are certified yoga therapists if you need help managing weight due to thyroid, PCOS, or other medical reasons.

Wishing you a healthy and energised transformation!

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