Yoga Workouts for Women

Yoga for Everyday Athletes

Yoga builds muscle, improves flexibility, and fends off injury. This workout will do the same for you!
By Jen Ator womenshealth

Downward-Facing Dog

  1. Get into a pushup position with your hands slightly in front of your shoulders, fingers spread wide, and feet hip-width apart; raise your hips up and back, and press your shoulders toward the floor. 
  2. Keeping your left leg straight and heel on the ground, slowly bend your right knee. Hold for a breath, then switch sides. Continue pedaling your feet 10 to 12 times. Performance perk: Use this pose as a dynamic warmup anytime--before you run, bike, or lift--to stretch the entire body and improve circulation and flexibility.

Performance Perk: Use this pose as a dynamic warmup anytime--before you run, bike, or lift--to stretch the entire body and improve circulation and flexibility. 

This Move Works:

Total Body


  • Step 1

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