1. What is Hot Hatha Yoga?

Hot Hatha Yoga is a style of yoga practiced in a heated room (typically 95-105°F or 35-40°C). The heat helps increase flexibility, promotes detoxification through sweating, and intensifies the calorie-burning effects of the practice.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the standard metabolic equivalent formula:

Where:

• 3.5 — Metabolic Equivalent (MET) value for Hot Hatha Yoga
• Weight — Body weight in kilograms
• Time — Duration of practice in minutes
• 60 — Conversion factor to calculate calories per minute

Explanation: The formula calculates energy expenditure based on your body weight and the duration of your Hot Hatha Yoga session.

3. Importance of Calorie Tracking

Details: Tracking calories burned during exercise helps with weight management, fitness goal setting, and understanding the energy expenditure of different physical activities.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your weight in kilograms and the duration of your Hot Hatha Yoga session in minutes. All values must be valid (weight > 0, time > 0).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How accurate is this calorie calculation?
A: This provides an estimate based on average MET values. Individual results may vary based on intensity, fitness level, and other factors.

Q2: Why use 3.5 as the MET value for Hot Hatha?
A: 3.5 METs represents moderate-intensity yoga practice, which is typical for Hot Hatha sessions in heated environments.

Q3: Does the heat affect calorie burn?
A: Yes, practicing in heated conditions can increase calorie expenditure due to the body working harder to regulate temperature.

Q4: Should I convert pounds to kilograms?
A: Yes, the calculator requires weight in kilograms. To convert pounds to kilograms, divide by 2.2046.

Q5: Can I use this for other yoga styles?
A: Different yoga styles have different MET values. This calculator is specifically designed for Hot Hatha Yoga.