Yoga for Athletes

Sage Rountree explains how yogic breathing can help you when swimming.

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To stave off muscle loss, support flexible joints, or add oomph to tough poses, a little strength training can go a long way.

Sage Rountree teaches a Pigeon Pose variation that's good for athletes with tight hips and knee concerns.

Running a 40-mile mountain trail race, Sage Rountree taps into her yoga practice and finishes with a smile.

A world-class climber finds inner balance through Kundalini asanas, mantras, and meditation.

An invaluable tool for athletes, yoga provides insight into movement patterns of the body, the breath, and the mind.

Decades after millions of western women embraced the practice, yoga is evolving to meet the modern man.

Yoga's combo of active and passive stretching is key for keeping athletes injury-free. Start with these poses.

Sage Rountree takes on the bane of athletes and yogis everywhere: tight hamstrings.

The focus and determination that makes athletes excel in their sports may be the very things that frustrate them in yoga class. Here, Sage Rountree explains how athletes can adapt these skills to excel in yoga, too.

Before my weekly yoga for athletes classes, I like to check in with my students, especially those who are new, to see if anything hurts. The most common answer is

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Miami Heat hoops star LeBron James recently credited yoga for his peak physical performance. In an article in the Miami Herald by Joseph Goodman called "LeBron James's big 'secret': yoga," the superstar 250-pound athlete says that yoga contributes to his...

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Surfing gives yogis an external experience of yoga. And yoga gives surfers a leg up when they're on the board.

On a surfing retreat, the yogic principles of effort and surrender help novice surfers enjoy the ride.

Cultivate an intimate connection with a four-legged friend, and with yourself, on a yoga and horsemanship retreat.

Pack your mat and hit the trails on an invigorating backpacking and yoga retreat.

Boost your performance and stay injury free with this yoga practice guide for volleyball, softball, and soccer players.

Yogic breathwork can transform your performance and the experience of your favorite sport.

Boost your performance and have more fun when you practice poses that complement your athletic pursuits.

Let yoga show you how to become one with whatever you do, so you can perform at your best and enjoy yourself more.

A climbing yogi has found a unique way to improve his balance, focus, and core strength: doing yoga poses on a slackline.

Shoulder injuries are common among yogis, but they don't have to be. Here's how to care for your shoulders, not tear them down.

Instead of a hot toddy, try yoga after a day of skiing moguls and adrenaline-producing black diamond runs.

The next time you find yourself going through the motions in your yoga practice, why not imagine that your mat ends at the edge of the Grand Canyon?

Before stepping on the court, practice these poses to keep your body and mind from fouling out.

Mix up your dryland training. Improve balance, alignment and breathing with yoga for swimmers.

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After nearly giving up in defeat, this first-time snowboarder is inspired by yoga.

When using Feldenkrais work to access the hip area, less movement plus greater attention yields the best results.

Crosstraining with Pilates, Feldenkrais, and Body-Mind Centering can help free up those hard-to-reach stuck places your yoga practice may be missing.

Before you sidle up to home plate, incorporate some yoga moves for a better chance at hitting a home run.

By throwing your goals off the fairway and practicing being present in the process, you can play a better golf game.

Not only can yoga help strengthen a tennis player's injury-prone joints, it can also silence "inner chatter."

Although yoga and running lie on opposite ends of the exercise spectrum, the two need not be mutually exclusive.

A new fitness trend teams up yoga with indoor cycling for an inspiring workout.

Feeling weak in the knees? These yoga poses and modifications can help.

Yoga and aikido share the goal of a tension-free body that uses energy wisely and efficiently.

Intermittent bouts of sciatica disrupted Candy Doran's cycling career. After discovering yoga, she's back in the saddle.

Is Gomukhasana nearly impossible for you? These tips can help you come closer to clasping your hands.

A seasoned rock climber conquers her fear of falling through yoga.

Can I combine yoga with a resistance training routine without overtaxing my muscles' ability to recover?

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Almost all yoga moves benefit from and help towards strengthening your core.

Step away from the squat machine and strengthen your entire leg on your mat.

Building strength in the lower back can enhance your performance in daily activities and help you avoid sports injuries.

The best prescription for rotator cuff health is to maintain a well-rounded asana practice.

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Athletes who work one set of muscles regularly may benefit from loosening up their hips with yoga.

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Esther Myers offers advice for specific stretches for cyclists with knee problems.

These practices can complement and strengthen your yoga, giving you new tools to integrate mind and body.