Fiona Bugler, our editor, joined Laura’s Yoga For


Runners class at evolve “The class was brilliant and made me very aware of tight spots in my body. I’d run 20 miles in the morning, and as I’ve been marathon training my body is very inflexible at the moment. As a coach I could really feel the benefit of doing the ‘strength’ poses, and vowed that this time I WILL try to fit yoga into my busy schedule! Doing the poses is a great way to strengthen the core, the legs and improve balance – all vital for good running, particularly if, like me, you’re a ‘master’ runner.


“The other thing about yoga is the benefit of stilling the mind, of switching off and slowing down, particularly in the relaxation section at the end. For me running is ‘meditation on the move’ but to have some time actually physically being still seems to balance the mind and body, and compliments the mind-body aspect to running – almost like completing a circle.”


Find out more: visit www.yogaforunners.co.uk


10 ESSENTIAL YOGA POSTURES FOR RUNNERS


POSES AND VARIATIONS MP3 Audio: www.yogaforrunners.co.uk/audio.html


1. DOWNWARD FACING DOG


2. LOW LUNGE


How to and variations: n Ease heels to the floor as shown n Easier: Bend knees n Develop: Lift leg and circle foot from the ankle joint


Benefits: n Stretches the hamstrings and calves n Prevents Achilles


tendonitis and shin splints n Develops upper body strength


How to and variations: n Lunge, then lean sideways in direction of front leg, opposite arm raised n Develop: hand to floor inside front leg, other arm raised


Benefits: n Stretches quads & hip flexors n Gentle Achilles tendon stretch when front knee lunges beyond 90 degrees n Helps with stride length


RUNNING FREE n 19


PERFORMANCE


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