19 Best Yoga Poses for Hip Fat

One of the obvious signs we tend to ignore while in front of the mirror is the hip fat. In most cases realization dawns only after we outgrow some trousers that were a perfect fit few months ago. While spot reduction is not possible unless you are into intensity workout focusing on the hips, practicing yoga poses that reduce fat in the hips and abdomen can come to your rescue.

What Causes Hip Fat?

Some of the causes of hip fat include:

• Lack of exercise
• Consumption of junk foods
• Menopause
• Certain health conditions

Yoga Poses to Reduce Hip Fat

Perform the below-mentioned yoga poses regularly to reduce hip fat. These poses also offer a wide range of health benefits and hence practicing them on a regular basis will promote health.

1) Chair Pose

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2) Half Wheel Pose

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3) Half Waist Wheel Pose

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4) Half Triangle Pose

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5) Triangle Pose

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6) Revolved Triangle Pose

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7) Intense Side Stretch Pose

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8) Virya Stambhan Pose

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9) Garland Pose

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10) Camel Pose

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11) Boat Pose

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12) Bound Angle Pose

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13) Twisted Pose

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14) Bharadvaja's Twist

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15) Half Spinal Twist

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16) Revolved Head to Knee Pose

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17) Wide-Legged Seated Forward Fold

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18) Locust Pose

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19) Legs Up the Wall Pose

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Never push hard to achieve a pose to perfection. It is highly recommended to take into account one's flexibility levels while performing a pose. Yoga blocks can be used for support.