{"id":83359,"date":"2025-11-20T17:06:12","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T17:06:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=83359"},"modified":"2025-11-20T17:06:12","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T17:06:12","slug":"yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Yoga Exercises to Lose Weight at Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/#Can_You_Lose_Weight_by_Doing_Yoga\" >Can You Lose Weight by Doing Yoga?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/#Which_Yoga_Is_Best_for_Fast_Weight_Loss\" >Which Yoga Is Best for Fast Weight Loss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/#8_Calorie-Burning_Yoga_Exercises_to_Lose_Weight\" >8 Calorie-Burning Yoga Exercises to Lose Weight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/#Is_30_Minutes_of_Yoga_a_Day_Enough_to_Lose_Weight\" >Is 30 Minutes of Yoga a Day Enough to Lose Weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/#How_Long_Does_It_Take_Doing_Yoga_to_See_Results\" >How Long Does It Take Doing Yoga to See Results?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/#Can_I_Lose_10_kg_in_a_Month_with_Yoga\" >Can I Lose 10 kg in a Month with Yoga?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/#Is_yoga_or_walking_better_for_weight_loss\" >Is yoga or walking better for weight loss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/#What_is_the_best_time_of_day_to_do_yoga\" >What is the best time of day to do yoga?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/#How_many_days_will_it_take_to_lose_weight_with_yoga\" >How many days will it take to lose weight with yoga?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/#How_many_steps_do_I_need_to_walk_in_a_day_to_lose_weight\" >How many steps do I need to walk in a day to lose weight?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-exercises-to-lose-weight\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The journey to lose weight can often feel like a mental challenge as much as a physical one. It\u2019s easy to get caught up in the idea that only high-intensity workouts can burn calories, which leads to many people overlooking yoga.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beginner-Yoga.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While yoga may not produce the immediate, drastic results of a cardio-heavy routine, its power lies in a gradual, sustainable approach. Through consistent practice, yoga strengthens and stretches muscles, which leads to a toned physique and a healthier relationship with your body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide will walk you through how yoga contributes to weight loss, which types are most effective, and a specific sequence of 8 yoga exercises you can do at home to help you on your journey. We&#8217;ll explore how a consistent practice can transform both your body and mindset.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Lose_Weight_by_Doing_Yoga\"><\/span><b>Can You Lose Weight by Doing Yoga?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Absolutely. While often associated with flexibility and stress relief, yoga is a powerful tool for weight management. Its benefits go beyond simply burning calories. According to research-backed evidence, yoga addresses many underlying causes of weight gain, making it a holistic solution.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are eight physiological mechanisms through which yoga supports weight loss:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improved Mindfulness:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Yoga fosters a strong mind-body connection. This heightened awareness, which is often called &#8220;moving meditation&#8221;, can extend to your eating habits. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This study from the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> found that practicing yoga can help reduce emotional eating and binge eating in young adults by making you more attuned to your body&#8217;s hunger and satiety cues (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ijbnpa.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12966-018-0674-4#:~:text=These%20findings%20were%20further%20corroborated,management%20of%20emotional%20eating%2C%20craving\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stress Reduction:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Chronic stress elevates cortisol levels, a hormone that is linked to increased abdominal fat and cravings for sugary, high-fat foods (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pharmacyscijournal.com\/journals\/apps\/apps-aid1050.php\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Yoga&#8217;s focus on deep breathing and relaxation techniques has been shown to lower cortisol, which helps manage stress-related weight gain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27794449\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Better Sleep Quality:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Poor sleep disrupts hormones that regulate appetite, such as ghrelin (the hunger hormone) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/14\/8\/1549\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The calming effects of a regular yoga practice can significantly improve sleep quality, which has been seen in particular in women with sleep issues (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12888-020-02566-4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This helps regulate your appetite and reduce cravings (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/14\/8\/1549\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Increased Muscle Mass:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many yoga poses require you to support your own body weight, which can help to build lean muscle (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s42977-023-00197-w\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Muscle tissue is more metabolically active than fat, which means it burns more calories even when you&#8217;re at rest. Over time, building muscle through yoga increases your resting metabolic rate (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3661116\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Enhanced Digestion:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Exercise overall can stimulate the digestive system, promoting more efficient processing of food and elimination of waste, which is essential for maintaining a healthy weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S1360859221000863\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Calorie Expenditure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> While it varies in style, a single yoga session can burn between 70 and 150 calories. This corresponds to a metabolic equivalent (MET) range of 2 to 5.9, depending on the intensity, with more vigorous styles such as power yoga reaching the higher end (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27433961\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-82940\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%BA%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B8%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B0%D0%BB%D0%B0-7-1-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More dynamic forms like Vinyasa or <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/core-power-yoga\/\">power yoga<\/a> elevate your heart rate, providing a solid cardiovascular workout that contributes directly to a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calorie-deficit-diet-plan-to-lose-weight\/\">calorie deficit<\/a> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/344342474_Energy_expenditure_during_a_Vinyasa_yoga_session\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improved Joint Health:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Yoga is a low-impact exercise that improves flexibility and strengthens the muscles around your joints. This can reduce joint pain, especially in those with arthritis, allowing you to engage in other forms of physical activity more comfortably and consistently (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11098307\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Supportive Community:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Joining a yoga class provides a sense of community and support. Research has shown that social networks heavily influence health behaviors (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/390398488_The_Role_of_Social_Networks_in_Health_Behavior_Change\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Being part of a group that encourages positive habits can provide the motivation that is needed to stick to your weight loss goals.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To learn more about how yoga compares to other low-impact exercises, read our detailed comparison of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pilates-vs-yoga-for-weight-loss\/\"><b>Pilates vs yoga for weight loss<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighing you down for way too long, <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">start using the BetterMe: Health Coaching app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Yoga_Is_Best_for_Fast_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Which Yoga Is Best for Fast Weight Loss?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the goal is weight loss, not all yoga styles are created equal. To maximize calorie burn and build muscle, you&#8217;ll need to choose a more dynamic and physically demanding practice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a breakdown of the best types of yoga for weight loss:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Vinyasa Yoga:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Often called &#8220;flow yoga&#8221;, Vinyasa links movement with breath in a continuous sequence of poses. The fast pace keeps your heart rate elevated, which provides a strong cardiovascular workout. A typical Vinyasa class is excellent for burning calories and building stamina.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Power Yoga:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> As the name suggests, this is an athletic and challenging style. Based on Ashtanga yoga, it involves a vigorous, flowing sequence of poses that is designed to build strength and endurance. If you have a good level of fitness, power yoga is one of the most effective options for weight loss.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ashtanga Yoga:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This is a structured and physically demanding practice that involves a specific sequence of postures performed in the same order every time. It\u2019s a disciplined style that builds internal heat, detoxifies the body, and significantly improves strength.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bikram Yoga (Hot Yoga):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Practiced in a room heated to 105\u00b0F (40\u00b0C) with 40% humidity, Bikram consists of 26 poses and two breathing exercises. The heat increases your heart rate and makes your muscles more pliable, which leads to an incredibly sweaty and intense workout that can temporarily boost your metabolic rate.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While more gentle forms such as Hatha or restorative yoga burn fewer calories, they still offer significant weight loss benefits by reducing stress and improving mindfulness, which can curb emotional eating.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re just starting, consider exploring our guide to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-yoga-for-weight-loss\/\"><b>yoga for weight loss for beginners<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find a style that suits your fitness level.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-82933\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/35-1-1024x640.png\" alt=\"yoga exercises to lose weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/35-1-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/35-1-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/35-1-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/35-1-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/35-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Calorie-Burning_Yoga_Exercises_to_Lose_Weight\"><\/span><b>8 Calorie-Burning Yoga Exercises to Lose Weight<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorporating a yoga routine into your morning can set a positive tone for the rest of the day. It helps awaken your body, boost your metabolism, and may even reduce food cravings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This sequence is designed to be a complete flow that targets major muscle groups, raises your heart rate, and promotes fat loss. For the best results, aim to practice this sequence two times through, followed by a few minutes of relaxation in Savasana (corpse pose).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to structure your practice:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Time per pose:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Hold each pose for the number of breaths indicated.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Repetitions:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Complete the entire 8-pose sequence on one side of the body, then repeat on the other side. Perform the full sequence (both sides) twice.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Total time:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This should take approximately 20-30 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>1. Child\u2019s Pose (Balasana)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This resting pose is a great way to gently stretch your hips, thighs, and ankles while calming the mind. Start here to center yourself and prepare for your practice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Steps:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Begin on your hands and knees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spread your knees wide apart while keeping your big toes touching.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit back on your heels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you exhale, fold forward, resting your torso between your thighs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extend your arms forward or rest them alongside your body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rest your forehead on the floor and breathe deeply, feeling the stretch in your back.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 4 deep breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-70079\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ready-28-1024x640.png\" alt=\"yoga exercises to lose weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ready-28.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ready-28-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ready-28.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ready-28-1472x920.png 1472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>2. Locust Pose (Salabhasana)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This pose is excellent for strengthening the muscles in your back, buttocks, and hamstrings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Steps:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your stomach with your legs together and your arms alongside your body, palms facing up.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rest your forehead on the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On an inhalation, lift your head, chest, arms, and legs off the floor. Keep your arms parallel to the floor and reach back through your fingertips.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage your glutes and back muscles to lift higher.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look forward or slightly up, keeping your neck in line with your spine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 6 breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-79381\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/easy-pose-1024x640.png\" alt=\"yoga exercises to lose weight\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/easy-pose-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/easy-pose-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/easy-pose-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/easy-pose-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/easy-pose.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>3. Downward-Facing Dog Pose (Adho Mukha Svanasana)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A foundational yoga pose, downward-facing dog stretches the entire body, builds upper-body strength, and can help tone the abdominal muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Steps:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From a tabletop position (on your hands and knees), tuck your toes and lift your hips up and back to form an inverted &#8216;V&#8217; shape.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press firmly into your palms and spread your fingers wide.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your head between your upper arms, looking toward your navel.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work on straightening your legs and lowering your heels toward the ground.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull your belly button in toward your spine to engage your core.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 6 breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>4. Warrior Pose I (Virabhadrasana I)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This powerful standing pose strengthens your legs, core, and arms while stretching your chest and shoulders.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Steps:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From downward-facing dog, step your left foot forward between your hands.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pivot your right heel down to the floor, with your right foot turned at a 45-degree angle.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On an inhalation, rise up, raising your arms overhead with palms facing each other.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bend your front (left) knee to a 90-degree angle, ensuring it\u2019s directly over your ankle.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your back leg straight and press the outer edge of your back foot into the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look up toward your hands.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 6 breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-70449\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%BA%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B8%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B0%D0%BB%D0%B0-1-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%BA%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B8%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B0%D0%BB%D0%B0-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%BA%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B8%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B0%D0%BB%D0%B0-1-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%BA%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B8%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B0%D0%BB%D0%B0-1.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%BA%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B8%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B0%D0%BB%D0%B0-1-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%BA%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B8%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B0%D0%BB%D0%B0-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>5. Reverse Warrior Pose (Viparita Virabhadrasana)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This pose builds on warrior I, adding a side bend that deeply stretches the side body and obliques.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Steps:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From warrior I, keep your legs in the same position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On an exhalation, slide your right hand down your right leg and lift your left arm up and back, creating an arch in your side body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your front knee bent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gaze up at your left hand.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 6 breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-warrior-sequence\/\">Yoga Warrior Sequence Step By Step For Beginners<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><b>6. Extended Triangle Pose (Utthita Trikonasana)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Triangle pose strengthens the legs and core while providing an intense stretch for your hamstrings, hips, and spine. It\u2019s also effective for toning your side abdominal muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Steps:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From reverse warrior, straighten your front (left) leg.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hinge at your left hip and reach forward as far as you can.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Release your left hand down to your shin, ankle, or the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extend your right arm straight up toward the ceiling, creating a straight line with your left arm.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn your gaze up toward your right hand.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 4 breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-82899\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ready-2-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ready-2-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ready-2-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ready-2-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ready-2-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ready-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>7. Intense Leg Stretch Pose (Prasarita Padottanasana)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This wide-legged forward bend stretches the hamstrings, calves, and hips while strengthening the feet and ankles. The inversion aspect also helps calm the mind.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Steps:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From triangle pose, lift your torso and turn both feet to face the long edge of your mat. Your feet should be wide apart with the outer edges parallel.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your hands on your hips. Inhale and lengthen your spine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you exhale, hinge at your hips and fold forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your palms on the floor directly under your shoulders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To deepen the stretch, walk your hands back in line with your feet and try to bring the crown of your head toward the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 8 breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>The BetterMe: Health Coaching app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get your life moving in the right direction<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b>8. Garland Pose (Malasana)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This deep squat is fantastic for opening the hips and groin and strengthening the ankles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Steps:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From your wide-legged forward bend, heel-toe your feet closer together, about hip-width apart.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn your toes out slightly and lower your hips down into a deep squat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring your palms together in a prayer position at your chest, pressing your elbows against the inside of your knees to open your hips further.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your spine long and your chest lifted.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 6 breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To end your sequence, release from garland pose, repeat poses 4-6 on the right side, and then finish with a final downward-facing dog before relaxing in Savasana.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a more gentle approach, particularly on rest days, you can try these poses for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lazy-yoga-for-weight-loss\/\"><b>lazy yoga for weight loss<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-82934\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%BA%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B8%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B0%D0%BB%D0%B0-1-1-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_30_Minutes_of_Yoga_a_Day_Enough_to_Lose_Weight\"><\/span><b>Is 30 Minutes of Yoga a Day Enough to Lose Weight?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, a consistent 30-minute daily yoga practice can be very effective for weight loss. In 30 minutes, you can complete a dynamic Vinyasa or power yoga sequence that elevates your heart rate, burns a significant number of calories, and builds muscle. Consistency is more important than duration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A daily 30-minute practice is more beneficial than one long, infrequent session. This regular habit also reinforces mindfulness and stress reduction, which helps you make healthier choices throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-stretches-for-neck-and-shoulders\/\">10 Yoga Stretches to Ease Neck and Shoulder Stiffness<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_It_Take_Doing_Yoga_to_See_Results\"><\/span><b>How Long Does It Take Doing Yoga to See Results?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patience is key. While you may feel better mentally and physically after just a few sessions, visible weight loss results typically take a few weeks to a couple of months of consistent practice (3-5 times per week).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The timeline depends on factors such as the intensity of your practice, your diet, and your starting weight. Adopting a long-term mindset is crucial. Yoga is about sustainable change, not a quick fix.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Lose_10_kg_in_a_Month_with_Yoga\"><\/span><b>Can I Lose 10 kg in a Month with Yoga?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing 10 kg (approximately 22 pounds) in a single month is an incredibly aggressive and generally unrealistic goal. To lose this much weight, you would need to create a massive calorie deficit, which is difficult to achieve safely through yoga and diet alone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A healthy and sustainable rate of weight loss is typically 0.5-1 kg (1-2 pounds) per week. While yoga will contribute to your weight loss, it should be part of a comprehensive approach that includes a balanced diet, adequate hydration, and potentially other forms of exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-82932\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/30-1-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/30-1-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/30-1-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/30-1-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/30-1-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/30-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_yoga_or_walking_better_for_weight_loss\"><\/span><strong>Is yoga or walking better for weight loss?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both yoga and walking are excellent for weight loss, and they offer different benefits. Walking is a great low-impact cardio exercise that burns calories. Dynamic yoga styles can burn a similar number of calories while also building muscle, which boosts your metabolism. The best choice will depend on your preference. Combining both can be a highly effective strategy.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_time_of_day_to_do_yoga\"><\/span><strong>What is the best time of day to do yoga?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people prefer to practice yoga in the morning to start their day with energy and a clear mind. A morning session can also help regulate your appetite for the rest of the day. However, an evening practice can be beneficial for winding down, relieving stress, and improving sleep quality. The best time is ultimately when you can be most consistent.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_will_it_take_to_lose_weight_with_yoga\"><\/span><strong>How many days will it take to lose weight with yoga?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s no magic number, as results vary for everyone. With a consistent practice of 3-5 times per week, combined with a healthy diet, you may start to see noticeable weight loss within 4-8 weeks. Remember that progress is not always linear, and the non-scale victories &#8211; such as increased energy, better mood, and clothes fitting differently &#8211; are just as important.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_steps_do_I_need_to_walk_in_a_day_to_lose_weight\"><\/span><strong>How many steps do I need to walk in a day to lose weight?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it\u2019s not directly related to yoga, a common fitness guideline is to aim for 10,000 steps per day. This is a good general target for maintaining an active lifestyle and contributing to a calorie deficit. However, the exact number that is needed for weight loss will depend on individual factors such as your diet, metabolism, and overall activity level.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2830&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_Exercises_To_Lose_Weight\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beginner-Yoga-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yoga offers a path to weight loss that nurtures both the body and mind. By building strength, increasing flexibility, and fostering a mindful connection with yourself, you can achieve sustainable results that last. The key is to start, stay consistent, and be patient with your journey. This sequence of yoga exercises to lose weight at home is a great place to begin.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The journey to lose weight can often feel like a mental challenge as much as a physical one. 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