Yoga Calories Burned Calculator
Calculate calories burned during yoga practice
About this calculator
The Yoga Calories Burned Calculator helps you determine how many calories you burn during different types of yoga practice. By considering factors like your body weight, yoga style intensity, and session duration, this tool provides accurate calorie expenditure estimates. Whether you're practicing gentle Hatha yoga or intense Power yoga, knowing your calorie burn helps track fitness goals, plan workouts effectively, and maintain a balanced approach to health and wellness through mindful movement.
How to use
Enter your body weight in pounds or kilograms, select your yoga style from the dropdown menu (Hatha, Vinyasa, Bikram, etc.), and input your practice duration in minutes. The calculator instantly displays your estimated calories burned based on metabolic equivalents (METs) for different yoga intensities and your personal body metrics.
Frequently asked questions
Which yoga style burns the most calories?
Power yoga, Ashtanga, and heated Bikram yoga typically burn the most calories, ranging from 400-600 calories per hour for average-weight practitioners.
Does body weight affect calories burned in yoga?
Yes, heavier individuals burn more calories during yoga because it requires more energy to move and support greater body mass through poses.
How accurate is the yoga calorie calculator?
The calculator provides estimates based on established MET values, typically accurate within 10-15% for most people during standard yoga practices.