When we think about weight loss, we think about all the crazy diets and fads people have attempted to lose weight – eating only salad, drinking gross skinny teas and hours of continuous running on the treadmill. Not only are these fads dangerous, but you’re setting yourself up for failure, because who can stick to something so extreme and unachievable?
Yogalates is a holistic fusion practice, with a focus on the spiritual elements of yoga and the strength elements of Pilates, as well as the mind-body-connection of meditation and dance. Today, Lisa Wilson, physiotherapist and yoga and Pilates instructor, discusses how many calories are burned in yogalates.
Factors that influence calories burned
- Type of yogalates class you choose to do
The best thing about online yogalates is classes differ in intensity, style, and time, so there’s always something to suit your lifestyle and how you’re feeling on the day. If you’re looking for a class to burn more calories, opt for a dynamic flow. These classes are super fun and will give you a whole-body workout. With an emphasis on building strength, practising a flow class regularly will have you feeling stronger, lean, toned and more flexible. - Length of the class
This isn’t rocket science: typically, the longer a class is, the more calories you’ll burn. As yogalates is such a diverse practice you can burn anywhere from 100-400 calories in a class. Depending on whether the class is 20 minutes or 60 minutes, the intensity, your current weight, and your fitness level all play a part in how many calories you’ll burn in each class. - Stress
Stress plays havoc on our entire body. When partaking in a nourishing practice like yogalates there’s a big emphasis on mind-body-connection. With breath work, mindfulness and just the act of moving your body you can expect to boost those feel-good endorphins. This not only has a major impact on your well-being but also in reducing stubborn fat and keeping it off for good.
It’s not always about calories or weight
Don’t always get caught up on numbers. Muscle weighs more than fat! If you’re regularly practising yogalates, feeling great and gaining strength you could jump on the scales and weigh the same, if not more. The best way to gauge your progress is to see how your clothes feel. If you’re feeling toned, lean, energised, happy and stronger, that’s the real way to know you’re on the right track to a happier, healthier you.
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