Yoga is the perfect solution for many problems, though not for weight loss, feel many. But Vinyasa yoga, which combines flowing posture with breath work, is considered the best type of yoga for weight loss, says Lipsa Shah, a registered yoga teacher, on www.livestrong.com. “Vinyasa typically moves at a faster pace, which means your heart rate will stay high throughout the class,” she says. Shah also recommends hot yoga.