Calories burned yoga
Yoga calorie burn varies wildly by style. Hatha and restorative yoga are gentle. Vinyasa, power, and hot yoga can match moderate cardio.
Light
154
kcal/hr
Moderate
308
kcal/hr
Vigorous
463
kcal/hr
For a 170 lb adult.
Calculator
MET-based formula. Adjust weight and duration.
Calories burned
308 kcal
170 lb · 60 min · moderate
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What it is
Holds, flows, and breathing patterns across many traditions. Modern yoga in the West is mostly hatha-derivative.
What changes the burn
- Style — restorative (low) vs power yoga (high)
- Heat — hot yoga (Bikram) burns ~30% more
- Holding time — longer holds = more isometric strength burn
FAQ
Is yoga good for weight loss?
Modest direct calorie burn but improves stress management, sleep, and movement quality — all secondary supports for sustainable weight loss.
How calories burned is calculated
kcal = MET × kg × h
Yoga · MET 2.5 · ≈ 308 kcal/hr · 77 kg · moderate
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