is yoga good for fat loss

FAT-LOSS

 Yoga should be at the core of your exercise regime if you
want to lose fat. As a form of resistance training, yoga builds muscle,
burns fat and boosts the metabolism. It is a myth that steady-state cardio
is the best way to burn calories. You don’t have to spend hours on a
treadmill, cycle hundreds of miles, or puff and pant your way through
daily aerobics classes to get lean. In fact, excess aerobic activity can
actually cause muscle wastage and decrease your metabolic rate as the
body has no demand for extra muscle beyond what is needed to run,
swim or cycle.
Whereas aerobic activity predominantly burns calories only when you
are exercising, high-intensity yoga oxidises fat for a long time after your
workout in order to restore depleted energy and regain homeostasis in
the body. Even gentle yoga enhances fat-loss by reducing cortisol levels
(the hormone responsible for stress, which is known to increase
abdominal fat). And, as well as the direct fat loss, you may find the body
awareness you develop through yoga helps you fight food cravings and
inspires you to follow a healthy-eating plan.