Boost strength
Yoga is great for strengthening the muscles used in running, such as the quads, hip flexors, glutes and hamstrings. But not only does it help you power up the major running muscle groups, but it also offers an all-over workout engaging the minor muscles often underused in running and the super important deep core muscles that provide stability.
That head-to-toe strengthening is great for balancing out your muscles and actually improving your running performance. For example, stronger arms and shoulders will boost your arm drive, helping to propel you forward when you run.Â
