what steps can i do in power yoga for weight reduce & fitness?

(May 24, 2012)

Power Yoga Steps For Weight Reduction

Practicing yoga for weight loss purposes is a controversial subject. Some fitness experts believe that yoga is not as effective for weight loss, as compared to many other exercises, but on the other hand, several swear by the effectiveness of yoga for weight loss. However, it is important to understand that there are many different disciplines in yoga and some of them are indeed excellent for weight loss. It is said that the best yoga for weight loss is Power yoga. This is because cardio exercises like swimming workout only around 15% of your body. However, a power yoga weight loss routine helps you to exercise 100% of the body. A one-hour session of power yoga can help you burn up to 360 calories.

A power yoga weight loss routine comprises of strenuous and vigorous yoga poses. Many basic yoga poses have been modified so that they can be included in a power yoga session. Given below are some of the common steps that you can follow in power yoga, for weight loss purposes:

The Chair Pose: Squat in a way that your feet, thighs and knees are touching, while your arms are extended
The Twisting Chair Pose: Hold the chair pose, press your palms together and rotate your body, from left to right.
The Twisting Lunge: Maintain the chair twist and place your left foot behind. Make sure that your knee is in a straight line with your ankle.
The Warrior III Pose: Balance your entire body on your left foot. Folding forward, lift your right leg, with your arms extended
The Arrow Lunge: Keep your palms joined and extend them over your head, in front of your body, placing your right leg behind in a lunge
Extended Leg Balance: Swing your right leg forward and hold it in front of you.

Before practicing these power yoga weight loss steps, it is important for you to consult a doctor

Submitted by V A on May 24, 2012 at 04:14

How much weight can I lose and in what time if I regularly practice power yoga? Or is there any other yoga asana to reduce weight quickly?

Yoga has been practiced since ancient times by gurus, yogis and lay people. There are a variety of reasons why yoga is practiced. Some of these include improving one’s health and well being. People also do the yoga poses to help in improving their flexibility levels. Yoga is additionally found to be useful in attaining peace and calmness in mind and body. Some people do the yoga poses for weight loss benefits. There are different kinds of yoga like Bikram yoga, Ashtanga yoga, Hatha yoga and so on which can also be practiced with the intention of losing weight.

Some of the useful yoga poses that help in loosening up the muscles, increasing flexibility and toning the body includes the Surya Namaskar or the Sun Salutation. One can try doing the Sun salutation 2 to 3 times in the initial phase and then slowly increase the number of times. The Bhujangasana or the Cobra pose is another beneficial pose, as is the Cat –Cow pose. One can always start with a warm up that includes the Butterfly stance and a few simple stretches. Yogic cycling is also recommended for losing weight. While practicing all the yoga poses, it is also essential that the person eat a healthy and balanced diet made of green leafy vegetables, fruits, cereals, high fiber foods and dairy products.

Submitted by s s on May 24, 2012 at 04:11