Any type of regular physical activity can play an important role in weight management, and yoga offers an approachable and enjoyable form of movement
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"While not the main benefit of yoga, it is possible to lose weight with a consistent practice," says Beachbody Super Trainer Elise Joan, who has been certified by the Yoga Alliance since 2004
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"That's because yoga creates more lean muscle in the body, and that process temporarily raises your body’s resting metabolic rate, helping you burn more calories and fat
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In addition to improving your metabolism and building muscle, yoga can also aid weight management in other less obvious ways
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Tamara Teragawa, an experienced 500 RYT-registered yoga teacher and Master Trainer for YogaSix, says that most styles of yoga help you develop mindfulness, breath work and mind-body awareness.
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"All of these things can help you to decrease stress levels, improve sleep and become more mindful of what you put in your body — which all contribute to promoting weight loss," she notes.
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Researchers agree: A 2018 study published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity found that a regular yoga practice supported healthy eating, management of emotional eating
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Less stress (and more activity) also helps you snooze better, and studies show that well-rested folks are more likely to stick to a healthy eating plan