{"id":2299,"date":"2026-09-05T09:15:55","date_gmt":"2026-09-05T09:15:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/?p=2299"},"modified":"2026-09-05T10:08:33","modified_gmt":"2026-09-05T10:08:33","slug":"yoga-for-belly-fat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat","title":{"rendered":"Yoga for Belly Fat: 10 Poses to Support Weight Loss and Core Strength"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying active can be difficult when most of the day is spent sitting at a desk, travelling, working on a screen, or simply trying to keep up with a busy routine. Add irregular meals, frequent snacking, stress, and poor sleep, and weight can slowly start to change. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many people, the belly is one of the areas where these changes become most noticeable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is why <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/jodhpur\/blog\/best-yoga-for-weight-loss-beginners\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>yoga for belly fat<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has become a popular part of many weight management routines. It does not require expensive equipment, and many poses can be practised at home. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, practising yoga is helpful in building core strength, enhancing body awareness and movement, and developing good habits. It is also believed that consistent yoga exercises might play an important role in losing weight, body fat, and the size of the waist for people who are obese or overweight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One point, however, needs to be kept in mind: there is no exercise which can ensure the loss of fat around the stomach in particular. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thus, these yoga exercises should not be considered as the only <\/span><b>way of losing weight<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and building up core strength.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#How_Can_Yoga_Support_Belly_Fat_Reduction\" >How Can Yoga Support Belly Fat Reduction?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#10_Yoga_Poses_to_Support_Weight_Loss_and_Core_Strength\" >10 Yoga Poses to Support Weight Loss and Core Strength<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#1_Katichakrasana\" >1. Katichakrasana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#2_Naukasana\" >2. Naukasana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#3_Bhujangasana\" >3. Bhujangasana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#4_Vakrasana\" >4. Vakrasana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#5_Yogmudrasana\" >5. Yogmudrasana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#6_Dhanurasana\" >6. Dhanurasana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#7_Paschimottanasana\" >7. Paschimottanasana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#8_Surya_Namaskar\" >8. Surya Namaskar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#9_Bhastrika_Pranayama\" >9. Bhastrika Pranayama<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#10_Vajrasana\" >10. Vajrasana<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#What_Else_Should_You_Do_Along_With_Yoga\" >What Else Should You Do Along With Yoga?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#Who_Should_Be_Careful_With_These_Yoga_Poses\" >Who Should Be Careful With These Yoga Poses?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/blog\/yoga-for-belly-fat\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_Yoga_Support_Belly_Fat_Reduction\"><\/span><b>How Can Yoga Support Belly Fat Reduction?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yoga may assist in keeping you active, as well as working out and stretching various muscle groups. Some positions focus more on the abdominal region, while dynamic types of yoga, such as Surya Namaskar, allow for adding extra movements into your exercise regime. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That makes yoga a helpful form of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/yoga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>yoga for weight management<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> through its regular practice within an active lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being active is crucial for managing the weight, and the recommended number of moderate exercises per week is 150 minutes, as stated by the WHO.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Yoga_Poses_to_Support_Weight_Loss_and_Core_Strength\"><\/span><b>10 Yoga Poses to Support Weight Loss and Core Strength<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different yoga poses work on different muscle groups and movement patterns. The following <\/span><b>yoga for belly fat<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be included in a regular routine to support core strength, flexibility, and overall physical activity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Katichakrasana\"><\/span><b>1. Katichakrasana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2300\" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_33_33-PM-300x200.webp\" alt=\"Katichakrasana\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_33_33-PM-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_33_33-PM-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_33_33-PM-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_33_33-PM.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In yoga language, Katichakrasana is also called <\/span><b>waist rotation pose<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> because twisting takes place in the upper body while the lower body remains motionless. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The movement can facilitate a twist in the waist and activation of the muscles of the trunk, and hence, it becomes a good pose for <\/span><b>yoga for abdominal fat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Naukasana\"><\/span><b>2. Naukasana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2301\" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/4b98fe58-54a5-45fc-859f-1bdf6fa7b701-300x200.webp\" alt=\"Naukasana\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/4b98fe58-54a5-45fc-859f-1bdf6fa7b701-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/4b98fe58-54a5-45fc-859f-1bdf6fa7b701-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/4b98fe58-54a5-45fc-859f-1bdf6fa7b701-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/4b98fe58-54a5-45fc-859f-1bdf6fa7b701.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pose Naukasana is known as Boat Pose. In this position, the core and abdominal muscles are put to work as you try to balance your body in lifting your legs and upper body.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Bhujangasana\"><\/span><b>3. Bhujangasana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2302\" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_36_49-PM-300x200.webp\" alt=\"Bhujangasana\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_36_49-PM-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_36_49-PM-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_36_49-PM-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_36_49-PM.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bhujangasana, or Cobra Pose, is one of the simple <\/span><b>yoga asanas for belly fat<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that can be included in a regular routine. It gently opens the front of the body while strengthening the back. It is less about directly burning calories and more about improving mobility, posture, and strengthening the muscles that support the trunk.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Vakrasana\"><\/span><b>4. Vakrasana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2303\" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_48_16-PM-300x200.webp\" alt=\"Vakrasana\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_48_16-PM-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_48_16-PM-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_48_16-PM-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_48_16-PM.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vakrasana is a seated spinal twist that encourages controlled rotation through the torso. It can be included in a yoga routine for spinal mobility and gentle core engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Yogmudrasana\"><\/span><b>5. Yogmudrasana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2304\" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_50_11-PM-300x200.webp\" alt=\"Yogmudrasana\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_50_11-PM-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_50_11-PM-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_50_11-PM-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_50_11-PM.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The yogamudrasana is an asana that includes a folding movement while the body remains seated. The pose exerts light pressure on the stomach area and is normally included in yoga sessions related to the digestive system.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Dhanurasana\"><\/span><b>6. Dhanurasana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2305\" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_52_06-PM-300x200.webp\" alt=\"Dhanurasana\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_52_06-PM-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_52_06-PM-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_52_06-PM-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_52_06-PM.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dhanurasana, or Bow Pose, engages the back and core while creating a strong stretch through the front of the body. Because it is more demanding, beginners should practise it gradually and avoid forcing the posture.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Paschimottanasana\"><\/span><b>7. Paschimottanasana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2306\" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_57_50-PM-300x200.webp\" alt=\"Paschimottanasana\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_57_50-PM-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_57_50-PM-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_57_50-PM-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-01_57_50-PM.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This pose stretches the back of the body and helps in increasing flexibility. It can be very effective in adding variety to a yoga routine, especially following an intensive routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Surya_Namaskar\"><\/span><b>8. Surya Namaskar<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2307\" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_05_32-PM-300x200.webp\" alt=\"Surya Namaskar\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_05_32-PM-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_05_32-PM-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_05_32-PM-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_05_32-PM.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surya Namaskar involves a series of different movements within yoga. Performed in a proper manner, it may make the routine energetic and thus contribute to your total physical activity. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This should be done according to your physical condition rather than completing the series quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Bhastrika_Pranayama\"><\/span><b>9. Bhastrika Pranayama<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2308\" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_26_49-PM-300x200.webp\" alt=\"Bhastrika Pranayama\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_26_49-PM-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_26_49-PM-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_26_49-PM-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_26_49-PM.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is an intense breath control practice that is typically used in yoga. It includes controlled breathing and thus is not for everybody. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are people who suffer from some health problems and should consult professionals before starting such a breathing exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Vajrasana\"><\/span><b>10. Vajrasana<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2309\" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_29_58-PM-300x200.webp\" alt=\"Vajrasana\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_29_58-PM-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_29_58-PM-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_29_58-PM-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-5-2026-02_29_58-PM.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vajrasana is a straightforward kneeling posture that is widely performed in yoga practice and traditional systems of well-being. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to note that vajrasana cannot help burn belly fat directly; it can only be a part of a routine of <\/span><b>yoga for core strength<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and breathing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Learn how <a href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/yoga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">yoga helps to improve your healing power<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Else_Should_You_Do_Along_With_Yoga\"><\/span><b>What Else Should You Do Along With Yoga?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yoga will prove effective when used together with other aspects of life rather than being used alone for weight loss purposes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A weekly routine of doing<\/span><b> yoga asanas for belly fat<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reduction can be accompanied by engaging in activities throughout the day, eating balanced food, having enough rest at night, and eating reasonable amounts of food.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is advisable to choose foods that are mostly raw and unprocessed, such as vegetables, fruits, pulses, whole grains, and other less processed foods, and to avoid drinks full of sugar content and other highly processed foods.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Should_Be_Careful_With_These_Yoga_Poses\"><\/span><b>Who Should Be Careful With These Yoga Poses?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all poses will work for everyone. If someone has severe back or neck issues, has had surgery recently, is pregnant, or has uncontrollable blood pressure, then they need to consult with someone before beginning a yoga routine. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One must go slow and concentrate on breathing and posture.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yoga may be an important part of a weight loss programme, particularly when it comes to core strength, flexibility, and general activity. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indeed, <\/span><b>yoga for belly fat<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may prove very helpful when performed together with physical activity, healthy eating, proper sleep, and lifestyle changes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best results are not likely to come from one \u201cbelly fat burning\u201d pose but from following a healthy routine over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/vopd\/?utm_source=Hiims_doctor_page&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=dr_vopd_booking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2255 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/07\/vopd-new-1-300x91.jpg\" alt=\"vopd consultation\" width=\"814\" height=\"247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/07\/vopd-new-1-300x91.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-andheri\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/22\/2026\/07\/vopd-new-1.jpg 656w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Q1. Will yoga get rid of belly fat?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While yoga may be helpful in losing weight and reducing the size of your waist, it cannot ensure losing the belly fat exclusively.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Q2. What is the best pose for strengthening the core in yoga?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Naukasana is one of the poses that involves the core muscles the most. Other examples of exercises that use trunk muscles include Katichakrasana and Dhanurasana.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Q3. How often do I need to exercise yoga in order to lose weight?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consistency is more important than sporadic practice. Yoga studies prove that longer and more consistent programmes provide better results concerning weight management.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Q4. Is yoga enough for weight loss?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yoga may help; however, it is more beneficial to combine it with physical activity and healthy eating.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Q5. Is there a place for Surya Namaskar for weight management?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surya Namaskar may increase physical activity and work out a number of muscle groups; hence it is a valuable addition to the routine weight loss exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Staying active can be difficult when most of the day is spent sitting at a desk, travelling, working on a 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