The Flow Yoga Calorie Calculator estimates the number of calories a person burns during a Flow Yoga or Vinyasa Yoga session. It uses your weight, session duration, and the activity's intensity level (represented by a MET value) to give an accurate calorie burn estimate. This calculator is valuable for individuals tracking their fitness, managing weight, or balancing energy intake with exercise output.
The tool is designed for yoga practitioners, instructors, and health-conscious individuals. It supports informed decisions about workouts, daily calorie goals, and health routines. By adjusting variables like duration or intensity level, users can personalize their sessions to meet fitness targets.
This calculator falls under the Health and Fitness Calculator category.
formula of Flow Yoga Calorie Calculator
Calories Burned = MET × Weight × Time × (1 / 60)
Where:
MET = Metabolic Equivalent of Task for Flow Yoga (typically 3.0 to 4.0 for moderate-intensity Vinyasa)
Weight = Body weight in kilograms
Time = Duration of the session in minutes
1 / 60 = Conversion factor to hours because METs are measured per hour
For best accuracy, use a MET that matches your actual yoga style and pace.
Yoga MET Table
| Yoga Activity | MET Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Hatha Yoga (light stretching) | 2.5 | Gentle, slow-paced poses and breathing exercises |
| Restorative Yoga | 2.0 | Very low effort; used for relaxation and recovery |
| Yin Yoga | 2.0 – 2.5 | Passive holds for deep tissue release |
| Flow Yoga (light Vinyasa) | 3.0 | Moderate transitions between poses with steady pace |
| Flow Yoga (moderate Vinyasa) | 3.5 | Faster pace, continuous flow, light sweating |
| Power Yoga / Vigorous Vinyasa | 4.0 – 5.5 | High effort, sustained strength poses, cardio elements |
| Hot Yoga (Bikram, heated studio) | 5.0 – 6.0 | Higher intensity due to elevated temperature |
| Ashtanga Yoga (primary series) | 4.0 – 5.0 | Physically demanding, structured sequences |
Use this table to select the correct MET value before calculating.
Example of Flow Yoga Calorie Calculator
Let’s say someone weighs 70 kg and practices moderate Flow Yoga (MET = 3.5) for 45 minutes.
Calories Burned = 3.5 × 70 × 45 × (1 / 60)
Calories Burned = 3.5 × 70 × 0.75
Calories Burned = 183.75
So, they would burn approximately 184 calories in 45 minutes of Flow Yoga.
Most Common FAQs
It gives a good estimate, especially if you use the correct MET value. However, it may vary slightly based on personal metabolism, intensity level, and room conditions.
Yes. If your weight is in pounds, divide it by 2.2046 to convert to kilograms. For example, 150 lbs ÷ 2.2046 ≈ 68.04 kg.
Yes, especially if done regularly and combined with a balanced diet. Flow Yoga burns moderate calories and also improves strength, flexibility, and mindfulness.