Yoga Exercises for Reducing Weight

Practicing yoga can have a number of health benefits, such as increased flexibility, balance and muscle tone. Yoga can assist with gradual and permanent weight loss when it is practiced regularly and in combination with a healthy diet. It can also help to lower stress levels. When using yoga exercises to lose weight, it is recommended that you practice at least three times a week, using a rotation of routines such as the ones featured below, .

  1. Kundalini Yoga For Abdominals

    • For this exercise set, begin by lying on an exercise mat with the hands under the buttocks for support, the palms to the ground and the legs straight and together. Lift one leg upward, keeping it straight, and make ten circles in one direction, then ten in the other. Lower and repeat with the opposite leg. Take a rest if needed. Proceed by lifting both legs up off the ground. Move the legs in a circular motion keeping them together and straight. Complete ten circles in one direction, followed by ten in the other direction, then lower and rest. Repeat if desired.

    The Crescent For Hips And Thighs

    • Begin in a standing position. Inhale and bring the arms up towards the ceiling. Exhale and lower the hands to the ground, keeping the legs as straight as possible without causing pain. Take one leg back, forming a lunge, and curl the toes under. The front leg should now be bent at the knee with the thigh parallel to the ground. Lift the arms upward until the palms are touching, while lowering the hips and looking straight ahead. Bring the hands down to the level of the front foot. Bring the front foot back, and the back foot forward, and repeat with the second leg. Take as much time over each pose as is comfortable and repeat the routine three times.

    The Hover For Arms And Back

    • Kneel on your hands and knees, hands shoulder-width apart and arms straight. Bring the feet back and bend the toes under. Bring the knees up off the ground and straighten the body, so that you're in a push-up position (arms still straight). Using your arms, lower the body until it is only a few inches from the ground, bringing the elbows back and close to the body.Hold there, and aim to keep the pose for 30 seconds, although that length of time may take some practice. Release the pose by lowering the body to the ground and relax. Repeat if desired.