But should you head to yoga class right before going for a jog or run?
That one’s up for debate.
Let’s talk about it.
Here’s why a regular yoga practice is a good idea for runners.
A number of factors go into being a strong runner.
“[Practicing yoga regularly] will therefore decrease the risk of injury during running. "
So, should you do yoga right before you run?
Tiffany LesterofParsley Health, taking a full yoga class before running probably isn’t a good idea at all.
“We treat so many runners, even marathoners,” she tells mbg.
“Practicing yoga stretches and relaxes muscles that need to be tight to withstand the physical load when running.
You could potentially injure yourself by doing yoga beforehand because those muscles are too relaxed.”
So, there you have it: Be a runner and a yogi.
But check that each activity has its own time and place.
