Yoga for Sports Performance: A Guide for Yoga Therapists, Yoga Teachers and Bodyworkers

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Many sports people are interested in trying yoga techniques in the hope of improved flexibility, strength, breathing and concentration, but many can be prevented from optimal results due to a lack of understanding on the part of yoga teachers of the specific physical requirements of their sport. This is a manual for professionals who work with athletes of all disciplines and shows them how to adapt yoga practice for swimmers, cyclists, runners, tennis players and more. This bridge between evidence-based modern sports medicine and the ancient practices of yoga, provides solid training guidance as well as offers psychological wisdom to help control and refine the actions of the mind. Essential reading for yoga therapists and teachers, athletic coaches and bodywork professionals who work with athletes. Preface PART 1: EAST MEETS WEST – A FINE ROMANCE 1. East Meets West 2. The Solution Is Yoga Specialised PART II: KNOW THE BODY – KNOW THE SPORT 3. Functional Movement 4. Biomechanics and Yoga: Sthiram and Sukham 5. Yoga Alignment Redefined 6. Functional Anatomy Lines: A Model to Assess and Work with Body Imbalance 7. Understanding Sports Injuries and Yoga Injuries PART III: KNOW THE MIND – IT’S ALL IN THE MIND! 8. Breathing: What We Can Learn from Free Divers, Mountain Climbers and Yoga Masters about Breathing 9. Psychology and Mental Training PART IV: REMAINING IN THE QUESTION – ALWAYS ADAPT AND EVOLVE 10. Arranging a Yoga Program 11. Yoga for Cycling 12. Yoga for Cricket 13. Yoga for Running Sports Conclusion References Bibliography Index Acknowledgements