Yoga more for flexibility than Weight Loss

October 17, 2005

Yoga burns only about 144 calories during a 50 minute session where as it is very effective for trunk flexibility, improving shoulder and over all balance. Even a moderate walk can burn more calories than yoga and stimulate weight loss.

The nonprofit American Council on Exercise praises yoga as an overall health activity rather than a tool for treating obesity. In order to speed up weight loss, activities like jogging, swimming or cycling are more appropriate and effective. Also there is power yoga which can take away 237 calories from the body on a 50 minute session. It improves heartbeat and heart rate but doesn’t qualify for an aerobic exercise. Besides people who are obese should do yoga carefully as it can cause serious injuries if not carried out properly.

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