Yoga Helps Running??

Have you ever heard that yoga can actually improve your running?  Well now you have!
Running and yoga may seem like they are on very opposite ends of the exercise spectrum, but they can work hand-in-hang.  Running is a high intensity cardiovascular activity, and yoga is more low intensity.  Yoga stretches all your muscles out and running seems to tighten them.  But for those very reasons, they are great as a combination.  Just like any relationship, it is good to have balance.  Your workouts should be the same, you always want to have balance and mix it up!

Not only is yoga great for stretching out those tight muscles, it has been shown to improve running injuries, improve strength and balance, increase flexibility, even improves mental focus.  These are things that every runner could use!  Your running, and your body, will both be grateful.
You also have a range of workouts with yoga.  You can do anything from gentle yoga to power yoga, depending on the type of workout you are seeking.  There are even specific yoga classes dedicated to runners and focus on moves that will most help runners.
Here is an article that gives some great yoga poses for runners.  Try them out and see how you feel!
Have you ever done yoga to improve your running?  Do you regularly do yoga and running?