sport yoga
Why should I do Sport Yoga?
The world of sport is now using Sport Yoga. This innovative sport
science is applied as a supplementary exercise routine that improves
the performance of any sport. Sport Yoga offers an opportunity for
sustained fitness progression. It is the catalyst that gives a sports
player that extra edge against the competition. The benefits of
yoga in sports have been documented and attested by sportsmen and
successful athletes such as Andy Murray, the Manchester United team
players and others…
What are the benefits of Sport Yoga?
Sport Yoga assists sports people to enhance their performances.
The benefits of yoga in sports affect all areas of the body and
the mind. On the mental level, it improves focus, attention, concentration,
balance, stamina and confidence. On the physical level, it increases
flexibility, mobility, strength and stability as well as core strength,
and endurance. These benefits are all necessary to maximize performance
potential. Sport Yoga also provides an ongoing preventive care support
and assists in the development of our ability to avoid injury.
How does it work?
With a robust understanding of biomechanics, Sport Yoga integrates
modern sports science methods with practices of the science of yoga.
A comprehensive programme that includes specific yoga postures and
breathing techniques is devised to meet the requirements of the
primary sport. These different sport-specific postures, coordinating
movements with the breath, systematically stretch and strengthen
various muscles in all major muscle groups. They also have a beneficial
effect on joints, increasing range of movement and mobility to produce
balance and stability throughout the whole body. There are no pre-requisites
required to begin practising Sport Yoga. It is for everyone irrespective
of age, ability and gender.
Sport Yoga is an ideal complement to any
other form of exercise. If you want to improve your skills set and
make a positive and lasting contribution to your sport performance,
come and join our class.
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