Preeti Shah Preeti Shah Asked 4 months ago

Can yoga help with weight loss?

I want to lose some weight but don't enjoy intense workouts. Many friends suggest yoga. Can regular yoga practice actually help significantly with weight loss?

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Tanvi Patil Tanvi Patil Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Honestly, yes! I lost about 5 kg doing Vinyasa flow yoga and watching my diet. It takes more time than heavy gym workouts, but it really tones your body and reduces stress eating, which is a game-changer.

Siddharth Sen Siddharth Sen Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Yoga is excellent for core strength and metabolism, which supports weight loss. However, if you have joint issues or back pain, please consult a doctor or a certified trainer before starting any strenuous yoga poses to prevent injuries.

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Neha Das Neha Das Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Yes, regular yoga along with a calorie deficit diet is very effective for weight loss.

Aditya Rao Aditya Rao Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Yes, it does! I track my heart rate during Power Yoga on my smartwatch, and it burns a surprising number of calories. Combine it with a high-protein diet and you will definitely see fat loss over time.

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Kavitha Rajan Kavitha Rajan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yoga helps, but if you have sudden weight gain that won't go away, it might be thyroid or PCOS like I had. I pushed myself into tough yoga poses and got hurt. Please get your hormone levels checked by a doctor first.

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