Which is Better for Weight Loss: A Daily Walk or a Yoga Session?

Walking briskly for 30 minutes burns around 150-200 calories. A moderate yoga session burns 100-180 calories, but intense forms (like power yoga) burn more.

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Walking strengthens the legs, glutes, and core. Yoga tones the entire body, improving flexibility and posture.

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Walking burns stored fat by keeping the heart rate in the fat-burning zone. Yoga lowers cortisol (stress hormone), which helps reduce stubborn belly fat.

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A brisk walk increases metabolism for hours after exercise. Yoga improves digestion and stimulates the thyroid, helping with metabolism.

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Walking outdoors boosts mood and reduces stress with fresh air and nature. Yoga regulates stress hormones, which helps prevent emotional eating.

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Walking is easy, low-impact, and accessible for all ages. Yoga builds mindful eating habits, promoting a long-term healthy lifestyle.

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Walking is a cardio workout that strengthens the heart. Yoga improves circulation and lung capacity, benefiting overall heart health.

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For quick calorie burn & fat loss → Walking For toning, flexibility & stress control → Yoga

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