Are you planning on heading to the countryside on a cycling trip this weekend? Or just in the mood to pull up your socks, re-inflate those tires and get ready to shed some weight? Whatever be your reason, taking up an activity such as cycling requires certain amount of preparation before you actually hit the pedal. Cycling infused with a couple of simple yoga postures can shield your body from injuries and help improve your stamina. So, let's gear up for a few basic pre and post-cycling postures:
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The Triangle pose stretches the hips, groins, hamstrings,
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The Chair pose helps strengthen the lower back and tones the muscles of the ankles, thighs, legs and knees. It also exercises the spine, hips and chest muscles. |
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This pose is very good to relax the legs and feet after cycling. The back legs, back of the neck and front of the torso are stretched in this pose and thus the tension in the body is released.