Since running primarily engages the lower body, tightness and stiffness in the hips & glutes is often experienced. These are some the largest, most powerful areas of the body; and it is key to keep these muscles supple and balanced in order to avoid strain on any of the weaker surrounding areas, such as the lower back. In the physical practice of Yoga, we are looking to create strength where the body is weak, as … Read entire article »

Since running primarily works the lower body, yoga is a perfect time to work the upper body and find physical and mental balance. While chaturangas in your sun salutations and push-ups can cultivate the strength that running doesn’t provide, it’s so much more fun to do an arm balance. Bakasana, also known as kakasana, crow or crane pose, is a playful and challenging pose that works the wrists, hands, forearms and shoulders while also engaging the … Read entire article »

Runners are warriors. We fight to reach goals: personal records, stress relief, mile markers, ideal weight, faster paces and so forth. So what better way to channel the warrior within than with yoga practice? Virabhadrasana II, also known as Warrior II, is a standing pose that embodies the mental and physical state of a warrior. The pose’s namesake, Virabhadra, is an incarnation of Shiva, the prevailing god of destruction. Virabhadra is a powerful warrior that serves … Read entire article »