Yoga has many benefits for runners like increased VO2 max., increased flexibility and reduction in incidence of injury.

Running is a sport both loved and suffered by many. Overtime, the constant impact and imperfections in stride will inevitably lead to compression of the spine, tightening of muscles and fascia and common knee, hip and ankle injuries. To extend the life of your career as a runner, yoga is a fantastic complement.

Even runners who stretch devotedly before and after a jog commonly stretch for 5-10 minutes. This does not allow for proper lengthening of the target muscle or time to target each muscle group thoughout the body. As the body ages, this tightening will only get worse.

The Bikram Yoga series works every muscle, joint, ligament, tendon, nerve, blood vessel and organ in the body. Chronic problems like imperfection in striking of the foot can be solved by realigning and maintaining flexibility in the hip. Runners, in particular, tend to be very tight. That leads to reduction in the range of motion in the joints. As we age, immobility can lead to painful conditions like arthritis, gout, back pain, knee pain, varicose veins and more. Yoga can help prevent onset of these conditions and allow you to run for many more years to come. Think of your yoga practice as your insurance policy for your golden years!

We have worked with many Ironmen, Ironwomen and marathon runners in the past who have credited yoga with improving their performance, extending their careers and reducing the amount of time lost to injury.

Many commonly reported benefits of yoga include: increased lung capacity, increased flexibility and strength, decreased blood pressure and cholesterol levels, increased VO2 maximum, improved ability to cope with stress, better sleep habits, weight loss, freedom from depression and decreases in pain.