Using Yoga For Sports Training

When you think of students of Yoga, you typically don't envision guys, let alone teenage guys who play tough high school sports. But regular Yoga can provide a host of benefits to these young athletes. "The stretching and flexibility help reduce the risk of injury in these young men," said Pearce Yoga instructor Ruth Holmes. "Yoga also stretches muscles not typically used during the sport." Other physical benefits of Yoga include:

• Increased muscle strength and tone
• Improved respiration, energy and vitality
• The maintenance of a balanced metabolism
• Weight reduction

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  IVC Junior Mike Meister in the pigeon position.

  IVC Junior Mike Meister in the pigeon position.
  

  Cardio and circulatory health

IVC Senior Ethan Sutherland stretching his quads in a modified pigeon position.

IVC Senior Ethan Sutherland stretching his quads in a modified pigeon position.

IVC Sophomore Drake Dietrich practices the downward dog position.

IVC Sophomore Drake Dietrich practices the downward dog position. 

Join any of our classes to experience the benefits of Yoga.

Mondays - 10 am, 6:35 pm

Wednesdays - 10 am, 6 pm

Thursdays - 6 am

Fridays - 10 am, 5:30 pm

Intimidated? We even offer a seated Yoga class each Thursday at 9:30 am.