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FLOYD MAYWEATHER
In preparation for his upcoming rematch against Marcos Maidana, Floyd Mayweather has incorporated yoga into his training routine as a way to
maximize his flexibility. Lucky for us, Showtime went with him to a class. Follow the link below to see the full All Access episode with footage from the yoga class at around the 16 minute mark.
And case you're wondering, yes those are $100 bills surrounding his mat.
U OF WISCONSIN FOOTBALL TEAM
After finishing with the worst rushing attack in the WIAC
(105.6 yards per game) a season ago and surrendering more than three
sacks per game, the Eagles’ blockers were open to just about anything. Even yoga.
JONATHAN JOSEPH
After inadvertently playing through two sports hernias, Houston Texans corner Jonathan Joseph began practicing yoga to improve flexibility in his hips.
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| Photo: Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle |
TYRON SMITH
Dallas Cowboys left tackle Tyron Smith not only incorporates yoga to improve his flexibility, balance, and hip movement, he also incorporates karate to improve his hand-eye coordination.
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| Image: ESPN Go.com |
SEATTLE MARINERS
The Seattle Mariners first incorporated yoga into their training regiment since 1991. It's unclear if they still incorporate yoga regularly, but here's a cool picture and article
Mariners Trying Yoga As A Part of Off-Season Conditioning
STEVEN JACKSON
Three-time Pro-Bowl running back Steven Jackson practices yoga weekly. Maybe that's why Jackson has missed only two games over the past four seasons and only 13 in his career.
Pro Athletes Turn to Yoga
TORREY SMITH
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith does yoga for its
mental and physical benefits, such as improved flexibility. He practices 2-3 times a week in the off season
Pro Athletes Turn to Yoga
JOE JOHNSON
Brooklyn Nets star Joe Johnson is a yoga beast... He does Bikram yoga as a warm up before games! This six-time NBA All Star says that practicing Bikram helps him relax and clear his thoughts before tip-off.
Pro Athletes Turn to Yoga
JAMIE STERLING
Big wave surfer Jamie Sterling regularly incorporates yoga and meditation into his workout to prepare for the mental challenges associated with his sport. He even mentions moving meditation, a subject we'll be covering in our Intro to Yoga series.
Big Wave Surfer Jamie Sterling Talks Yoga and His Wellness Regimen
PITTSBURGH STEELERS
The Pittsburgh Steelers
have included Hot Yoga as an optional workout for years due to its
numerous health benefits. Read why Men's Fitness Magazine cited Bikram
Yoga as one of the NFL's new and unorthodox training strategies
Inside the new NFL training strategies
Steelers Fever Takes New Meaning with Hot Yoga
BARTH CONNOR
Tampa Buccanneer kicker Barth Connor credits Pilates with making him more flexible and improving his leg strength. Check out his testimonials of both pilates and yoga below.
Barth Connor Recommends Pilates
Barth Connor Recommends Yoga
SHAUN SMITH
Shaun
Smith, a 30-year-old defensive tackle playing for the the Tennessee Titans', weighed
362lbs at the end of the 2011 football season in February. He now
weighs 340lbs, a weight loss he attributes to a hot yoga regiment during the off season.
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND'S FOOTBALL TEAM
The University of Maryland's strength and conditioning coach is using yoga to optimize the team's work on the field... follow the link below to read the full article
JAMMAL BROWN
Redskins offensive tackle Jammal Brown used yoga to rehabilitate his sore hip and groin... click the link below to read the full article
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