7 Benefits of Yoga for Cross-Training
For
those that are unfamiliar with the term “cross-training”, it simply means you
are basically taking two forms or more of exercise and alternating between
them. For instance, you might do running one day and then swimming the next.
Many of you probably do cross-training already as you alternate between cardio
and strength training. Cross-training is a great way to alleviate boredom and
keep from overworking the same muscles day after day. Perhaps you should even
consider yoga as one of the exercises you are doing on a continuous basis in
your cross-training.
1. Increases Flexibility
When
doing strength training and even running, we can lose our flexibility pretty
quickly. Yoga will ensure that you can touch your toes and bend your body into
the shape of a pretzel!
2. Decreases Chance of Injury
Not
many people can get injured during a yoga session. Plus, while switching to
yoga every other day or so, it is giving your body a chance to recuperate from
whatever other exercises you are currently doing.
3. Use Yoga for an Off Day
All
of us usually have an off day or two during each week where we restrain
ourselves from a full workout. Now you can do yoga on an off day and your body
can still be recovering in the process.
4. Strengthen the Mind
What
good is a ripped body if you are stressed out to the max all the time and about
ready to have a breakdown? Use yoga to center yourself and meditate your
worries away. It is just as much about working the mind as it is about working
the body.
5. Use Yoga to Socialize
There
is a very good chance that you are going to take a yoga class and walk away
with a new group of friends. Yoga has a way of bringing people together.
6. Learn Breathing Techniques
With
yoga, there are different breathing techniques you can use to warm or cool your
body. Plus, you will learn other ones just to help yourself feel more calm. You
can apply these to your other cross-training workouts as well.
7. Yoga Will Help You Listen to Your
Body
A good yoga teacher will encourage you to listen to your body. This can pay off big time during your other workouts. You can quickly realize what your body can and cannot do.
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