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Calculate calories burned during your yoga practice based on weight, duration, and yoga style.
Flowing sequences, moderate intensity
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This calculator uses MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) values specific to different yoga styles:
Formula: Calories = MET × Weight (kg) × Duration (hours)
A typical 60-minute yoga class burns 180-400 calories depending on the style and your weight. Hatha burns the least (~180 cal), Vinyasa burns moderate (~255 cal), while Power and Hot Yoga can burn 350-400+ calories for a 150-lb person.
Yes, especially more vigorous styles like Vinyasa, Ashtanga, and Power Yoga. While yoga burns fewer calories than high-intensity cardio, it builds lean muscle, reduces stress (which affects weight), and promotes mindful eating habits. Combine with a healthy diet for best results.
Yes, hot yoga (Bikram) burns 20-30% more calories than the same poses at normal temperature. The heat makes your body work harder to cool itself. However, much of the immediate weight loss is water weight that returns after rehydration.
Hot/Bikram Yoga (6.0 METs) burns the most, followed by Power Yoga (5.5 METs) and Ashtanga (5.0 METs). These vigorous styles can burn 350-450 calories per hour for an average person, comparable to brisk walking or light jogging.
For weight loss, practice 4-6 times per week, mixing vigorous styles (Vinyasa, Power) with gentler styles for recovery. A schedule of 3 intense sessions and 2-3 gentle sessions works well. Combine with a caloric deficit diet for optimal results.
Beginners should start with Hatha or gentle Vinyasa to learn basic poses and build foundation strength. After 2-3 months of regular practice, you can progress to more challenging styles like Ashtanga or Power Yoga. Always tell instructors you're a beginner.
Yoga builds both! While it's known for flexibility, holding poses builds muscular strength and endurance, especially in core, arms, and legs. Power Yoga and Ashtanga are particularly effective for muscle toning and can create lean, defined muscles.
For gentle/restorative yoga, after other workouts works well for cool-down and recovery. For vigorous yoga (Power, Ashtanga), treat it as the main workout and do it when fresh, or on separate days from intense cardio/weights. Morning yoga on an empty stomach is ideal.
This calculator provides estimates only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Actual calorie burn varies based on individual factors including age, gender, fitness level, and metabolism. Consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new exercise program, especially if you have pre-existing health conditions. Practice yoga under qualified instruction, especially for hot yoga and advanced styles.