CategoryMobility
Session15 - 90 min
Yoga combines mobility, balance, strength, breath, and body awareness across a wide range of intensities. A gentle class may be mostly restorative, while a vigorous flow can become a moderate strength and cardio session. The activity type is broad, so duration, style, and perceived effort matter when interpreting the workout.
Exercise Metrics
Fitness Profile [1]
Strength
3
Low-Intensity Cardio (aerobic)
2
High-Intensity Cardio (peak)
1
Mobility & Flexibility
8
Balance
6
Estimated impact of the activity on the 5 key fitness dimensions for longevity.
Based on Bryan Johnson's Blueprint Protocol.
Heart Rate Zones [2]
0
Rest
0 - 49 %
1
Very easy
50 - 59 %
2
Easy aerobic
60 - 69 %
3
Moderate aerobic
70 - 79 %
4
Hard
80 - 89 %
5
Very hard
90 - 100 %
Typical distribution as % of HR max.
Actual values depend on workout intensity, fitness level, duration, and individual physiology.
Activity Type Details
Apple Health label
Yoga
HealthKit reference [3]
.yoga
MET [4]
2 - 8
Typical session duration
15 - 90 min
Recommended fitness level
Beginner
Injury risk
Low
Training advice
Benefits
Yoga can improve mobility, balance, strength, breathing awareness, and recovery depending on style. It is especially valuable when the practice matches the body and training load of the day.
What to watch out for
Do not chase shapes. Modify poses for joints, avoid painful end ranges, be careful with heated or vigorous classes, and choose slower options when fatigue or dizziness appears.
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[1]
Learn more about fitness longevity dimensions in the "5 Pillars of Exercise for Longevity" resource.
[2]
Learn more about Heart Rate Zones in the "Heart Rate Zones Explained" resource.
[3]
The HealthKit HKWorkoutActivityType value this Activity Type is associated with.
[4]
MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) expresses how much energy an activity requires compared with rest. It is commonly used together with body weight and exercise duration to estimate calorie burn.
Disclaimer
The content on this page is for general informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Provided metrics are for the most part estimates and might not be based on clinical evidence. The goal is to provide directional guidance and improve the models over time.