{"id":10014,"date":"2019-04-17T11:59:32","date_gmt":"2019-04-17T06:29:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/?p=10014"},"modified":"2023-09-20T17:26:08","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T11:56:08","slug":"top-7-yoga-asanas-for-weight-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/top-7-yoga-asanas-for-weight-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 7 Yoga Asanas for Weight Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Start your\nexercise with an ambitious goal to lose weight. It’s a personal choice to lose\nweight or to gain weight; nobody is obligated to engage in an activity that\u2019s\nnot desirable for them. This blog is directed towards people who are looking\nforward to losing weight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With Yoga, challenge\nyourself to become more mentally sound and physically fit by breaking your\nstale lethargic cycle. What better way to stay fit than by adopting a yogic lifestyle?\nA healthy body leads to a healthy mind and vice-versa. Reveal the hidden\ntrainer in you! The right path is awarded to those, who listen to their\nintuitions. Don\u2019t let ignorance fool you with your body, only to invite the\ndiseases and medical complications in the near future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Don\u2019t let your weight hold you down from seeing the vastness of the world.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Gain\nawareness, and alertness with the brief introduction of Meditation and Pranayama\nexercises, by fitting them into your busy schedule. Quit sitting on your couch\nall day and worship the movements of Yoga asanas. Get rid of those extra kilos!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exercising for 30-40 minutes in the morning is a great way to lose some extra kilos and burn calories. Let\u2019s find out the yoga asanas for weight loss mentioned below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Chaturanga Dandasana (Low Plank)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Chaturanga Dandasana (Low Plank)<\/strong> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This\npose is also called a Four-limbed staff\npose <\/em>when translated. In this, your body will be directly parallel to the\nground supported by your palms and toes. It is similar to a push-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A\nplank is highly suggested to make your core strong like a rock, for building\nabs and to also lose weight. In this position, your arm strength helps to lose\narm fat and gain. Try it out to see the results!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

[Tip: Don\u2019t stick out your butt.]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read More: <\/strong>5 Excellent Benefits of Chaturanga Dandasana (Four-Limbed Staff Pose)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Warrior III (Virabhadrasana C)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Warrior III (Virabhadrasana C)<\/strong> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stretch\nout your body to stand on one leg, by keeping a flat back. Your concentration\nskills get polished to the maximum level. Keep repeating it, to sharpen up your\nskills even more. This pose is beneficial for your overall balance and\nstrength. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preparatory\nposes are Vrksasana, Uttanasana. Virabhadrasana 3 tones up your butt and\nreduces the extra fat from your body. Activate your mind, elevate your soul and\nsweat out the fat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

[According\nto Hindu mythology, Virbhadra was a fierce warrior created by the dreadlock of\nLord Shiva.]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Sarvangasana (Shoulder stand)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Sarvangasana (Shoulder stand)<\/strong> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This\nasana is an inverted asana in Hatha Yoga. It is one of the advanced approaches\nto Yoga, filled with many benefits. To practice this, you will need to lift\nyour body up with your arms and hold for as long as you can without twisting\nyour neck. As you hold your body weight on your shoulders, the chances of\nlosing extra flaps from your neck are considerably high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sarvangasana\npractice on a daily basis improves digestion ability and is also good for\nthyroid issues. It improves the respiratory system, boosts metabolism and is\nalso considered as a knob to regulate blood circulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

[This asana is named as the \u201cqueen\u201d or \u201cmother\u201dof all asanas.]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read More: Top 10 Excellent Benefits of Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Ardha Navasana (Half  Boat)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Ardha Navasana (Half  Boat)<\/strong> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This\npose works directly to reduce your tummy. Uttanasana and Adho Mukha Svanasana\nare its preparatory poses. Picture yourself on a very compact boat. The strain\non your stomach helps build up abs by converting your fat into muscles as it\nstimulates the body\u2019s metabolic rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Half\nboat pose is very popular amongst the youngsters as it tones up the body.  Revitalize your energy by the yogic techniques\nto melt down your unhealthy fat from your legs, buttocks, arms, and primarily\nthe belly. It strengthens abdomen, vertebral column, hip flexors, removes\nstress and improves digestive growth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

[Tip:\nTry to practice with a straight face to gain patience.]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Vasisthasana (Side Plank)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Vasisthasana (Side Plank)<\/strong> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

As\nwe know, planks are exceptionally advantageous when we are talking about losing\nweight. This is a powerful arm balance posture which makes for a firm wrist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vashisthasana\nputs pressure on a few stress points of your body to open, again great for abs.\nBurn your calories, the extra junk, the processed food from your body. Nurture\nyour body and clean up organs with the practices of Yoga. Also, all levels of\nyogis can perform this pose easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

[Vasistha\nmeans best, most-excellent, and richest. Many sages (rishis)<\/em> were named after it.]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Anjaneasana ( Lunge)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Anjaneasana ( Lunge)<\/strong> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This\nCrescent moon pose is a standing back bending asana in modern Yoga. It opens up\nlungs, shoulders, and chest. This will reenergize you and will tone up your\nbody. Taking care of your body is extremely crucial especially if you are\naging. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A\nlunge is the power button your body needs to function by oiling up your knees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

[Anjaneya- Lord Hanuman, the divine entity symbolizing spiritual significance.]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read More: <\/strong>The 7 Benefits of Anjaneyasana (Low Lunge Pose)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Setu Bandha Sarvangasana (Bridge)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Setu Bandha Sarvangasana (Bridge)<\/strong> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

To\ndo the bridge pose, lay on the round facing up. Now, lift up your torso by\nkeeping your legs parallel to each other on the ground. Palms will be touching\nthe ground, locking hands under your back. It rejuvenates tired legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advantages\nof the bridge pose after stretching the thorax, vertebral column and neck are\nmany. It helps relieve the symptoms of menopause, therapeutic for asthma,\nhigh-blood pressure and sinusitis. The blood flow maintains the mental and\nphysical equilibrium, helping yogis curb out mild depression as well. Your ability\nto hold the pose will decipher your chances to losing a few inches from your\nbody.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

[Tip:\nAvoid if you have back injuries.]<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other than\nthese poses, there are many other yogic ways to reduce weight like Hot Yoga- it\nis a controversial debate yet giving results without any side effects in the\nhigh room temperatures to 45-degree Celsius. Varied activities like Meditation,\nPranayama help a lot to keep your metabolism strong. So, maintain a light diet,\navoid overeating for sure at night. Also, drink lukewarm water, it adds to cut\ndown on your weight. Rejuvenate yourself with new body goals and a refreshed\nstate of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, why wait for another day, or another year when you can solve this riddle today by doing relevant Yoga asanas for weight loss. <\/strong>Join the tribe!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Start your exercise with an ambitious goal to lose weight. It’s a personal choice to lose weight or to gain weight; nobody is obligated to engage in an activity that\u2019s not desirable for them. This blog is directed towards people who are looking forward to losing weight. With Yoga, challenge yourself to become more mentally […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":13501,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10014"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10014"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10014\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":15413,"href":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10014\/revisions\/15413"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13501"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10014"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10014"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rishikulyogshala.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10014"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}