Aerial yoga is a form of yoga that incorporates the use of hammocks or silk fabrics hung from the ceiling or a sturdy overhead structure. It combines traditional yoga positions with elements of pilates, dance and acrobatics, allowing practitioners to explore new movements and positions not possible on the ground.
Burn calories
Many aerial yoga poses require holding the body weight in difficult positions, working multiple muscle groups at once. Therefore, it will help burn more calories and fat during your workout.
A small study by the American Council on Exercise found that 6 weeks resulted in an average weight loss of 1kg compared to those who did not exercise.
Build muscle
Aerial yoga works your core and other muscles, while building lean muscle mass. Muscle tissue burns more calories at rest than fat tissue, so increasing muscle mass can boost your metabolism and help you burn more calories throughout the day.
Strengthens the heart
Certain aerial yoga sequences can increase your heart rate and help your blood circulate. This cardiovascular element contributes to overall calorie burn during your workout.
