Yoga Poses For Runners

Must-Do Yoga Poses For Runners

April 23, 2013

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by Jenny Sugar 4

For a simple and inexpensive way to burn major calories, keep your heart healthy, and tone your lower body, running can't be beat. The problem is many people suffer from injuries that could be prevented if they spent a little time stretching their tight muscles regularly. If you're a runner, do these five yoga poses after a run to ease tension and prevent pains.

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by Jenny Sugar 4

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4 Comments

oging76 4 years

I must admit I don't do these stretches before running. But I'll try to do this next time. Love the poses!!

4 years

Pigeon is the ONLY pose that allowed me to ever run. I have had such a tight IT band, I was never able to run. Then I started practicing yoga, and all of the sudden, I could run! I credit the pigeon.