Most of us think of yoga with awareness and meditation. Because yoga is all about moving slowly and gradually, no one could ever imagine yoga as a weight loss method. But that’s not the case. Yoga can have immediate effects when performed correctly and consistently. It improves your physical and emotional well-being while also burning calories quickly. Let’s take a look at some effective yoga poses to drop weight.
Surya Namaskar
Surya Namaskar, also referred to as the Sun Salutations is a series of flowing poses that are meant to warm up the body, increase flexibility, and build strength. They can help with calorie burning while involving many muscle groups. Sun Salutations are an excellent way to boost your metabolism.
Boat Pose
Boat Pose strengthens the abdominal muscles as well as the rest of the core muscles. It stimulates the digestive process and helps to tone the stomach.
Virabhadrasana II
Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II) is a strong standing pose that works the muscles in the legs, hips and abs.
Setu Bandhasana
The lower back, hamstrings and glutes are targeted in Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana). Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Place your feet on the ground, clench your glutes and raise your hips off the ground. Interlace your hands beneath your torso and pushed your arms into the ground in order to raise your chest higher.
Plank
This total-body workout targets the legs, arms, shoulders and abs. Start with a push-up with your hands directly beneath your shoulders. Maintain the position as long as possible by engaging your core and maintaining your body in a straight line.