It is difficult to assure or predict that the issues such as food addiction, willpower, genetic factors, life style etc. have a definite impact on weight loss. But, a system that works on emotional grounds rather than functioning on mechanical means can surely yield results. And yoga surely achieves that. Many people practice “Hatha Yoga” for loosing their weight. Moreover than the spiritual aspect, yoga also provides self-control that is by no means ‘expelled’ by temptations. It brings awareness among the person to take only that food which is nutritious for their health and nothing more. One of the most considerable aspects of regularly practicing yoga is that it turns your focus inward and makes you to identify the triggers of overeating so that you can take steps to avoid it.

Exercises and Diet in Yoga

It can effectively contribute to lose your weight if you consider both these aspects together – various yogic movements and the food which you consume in your daily diet. It helps you to analyze your eating pattern which turns yours attention towards many facets which till now remains unidentified and thus helps you to lose your weight from yoga. The primary inspiration behind it is to make you acquaint about the actual needs of the body and its different functions to keep it fit and healthy. So, an important precondition to lose your weight from yoga is - regular practice of yoga and consumption of swatic food such as fruits, vegetables, sprouts nuts and corns, and less of meat & fish.

Practice your ‘Asans’ or yogic movements as directed by your ‘Guru’ or teacher who is your supreme master. Always keep in mind that these movements may prove to be of more harm than good if performed in a faulty manner, therefore always try them under the guidance of your Guru, until you do not achieve perfection. Initially you may practice yoga in alternative days for half an hour and gradually brings it into your daily practice. Start your day with the salutation of the morning sun i.e., ‘Surya Pranam’ before you start yoga.

Eating habits with Yoga

If you want to lose weight form yoga, you must consider both these things together i.e., regular practice as well as consumption of right food. A lot many food items which seems to be delicious and attractive have a little amount of toxic materials within them in the form of preservatives and additives which may adversely affect our body. Avoid such kind of food items as much as possible. Always prefer home cooked food as it so not contain any such toxic materials.

Try to add cereals, fresh fruits and vegetables, whole wheat grains, nuts, sprouts and poultry in your daily meals as these things fill you with the essential nutrition and energy which is required by your body to keep you fit and healthy.

Yes, its true that yoga help you not only in losing weight but also helps you to live a long and healthy life.

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