Yoga is a low-intensity activity. A 155-pound person burns approximately 113.0 calories in 30 minutes and 226.1 calories in a full hour. Heavier individuals burn more calories for the same duration, while lighter individuals burn fewer. Use the calculator below to get a personalised estimate based on your own weight and time.
📊 Calories Burned by Weight and Duration
Estimated calories burned doing Yoga at various body weights and durations.
| Duration | 130 lbs | 155 lbs | 180 lbs | 205 lbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 min | 48.1 cal | 56.5 cal | 65 cal | 73.4 cal |
| 30 min | 96.2 cal | 113 cal | 129.9 cal | 146.8 cal |
| 45 min | 144.2 cal | 169.5 cal | 194.9 cal | 220.2 cal |
| 60 min | 192.3 cal | 226.1 cal | 259.8 cal | 293.6 cal |
* Estimates are based on MET values and are approximations. Actual calories burned depend on fitness level, terrain, and individual factors.
🧮 Personalised Calorie Calculator
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About Yoga
Yoga burns approximately 113.0 calories per 30 minutes for a 155-pound person, varying significantly by style — from gentle restorative yoga to vigorous Power or Vinyasa flow. Beyond calorie burn, yoga offers substantial benefits for flexibility, balance, core strength, stress reduction, and mindfulness.
Regular yoga practice improves range of motion, reduces injury risk in other activities, and promotes recovery from intense training. Most styles are accessible to beginners and can be practiced at home with minimal equipment.
⚖️ Compare With Other Exercises
Calories burned in 30 minutes at 155 lbs.
| Exercise | Calories (30 min / 155 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Pilates | 136.5 cal |
| Running: 8 minutes per mile | 420.8 cal |
| Raking Leaves | 140 cal |
| Pull-ups | 295.3 cal |
| Walking: 17 minutes per mile | 158.8 cal |