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Yoga
and Pilates
for
Runners
Welcome to the Internet's first website
dedicated to sharing the
benefits of Yoga and Pilates to runners and other athletes.
Yoga, meaning
“union”, is
the
oldest known science of self
development. Hatha yoga is a system of exercise and breathing
used to achieve physical harmony and well being. For runners the main
benefits
of
yoga may start with the asanas, or
postures. Whatever style you practice, Yoga
improves circulation, concentration, strength and
flexibility. Dynamic or astanga
vinyasa ("Power") yoga develops upper body and core strength and
lower body and spinal flexiblity and can be used
in
preparing the cardiovascular system and muscles for peak
performance. More gentle yoga
can be
practiced to rejuvenate after hard training and
competition. But more than this, yoga invites
awareness and
understanding of our minds, bodies and actions. Focus, visualization and self
understanding
can help train the mind for competition and to improve
confidence and focus.
Pilates is an approach to
exercise developed by Joseph Pilates in the 20th Century. Pilates
improves core strength, stability, posture and joint mobility. The
method is particularly useful in injury rehabilitation. The
method corrects
inefficient movement patterns and muscle imbalances and provides a
wonderful compliment to yoga, dance and all sports.
Please visit the “Benefits”
section of this site for more information, contact
Laura about taking classes in London, or have a look at some of the
articles, links, resources and products to help you get on your way.
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