What Makes This Book Different?

Unlike generic yoga guides, Yoga for Athletes is built around the specific demands of sports. Each routine targets common imbalances and weaknesses athletes face, using functional, sport-specific exercises that progress in difficulty. Clear instructions, detailed photos, and modifications for all levels are included. The 10-minute format fits seamlessly into any training schedule—before a workout, after a game, or on rest days. A foreword by renowned physical therapist Kelly Starrett adds credibility and insight into how yoga complements athletic training.

Why Yoga for Athletes?

Yoga is no longer just about flexibility. Athletes across all sports use it to boost performance, accelerate recovery, and lower injury risk. This book delivers a practical, time-efficient solution: 10-minute workouts designed for athletes. Whether you run, cycle, play basketball, or lift weights, these short sessions focus on mobility, stability, and strength. Just 10 minutes a day can unlock better movement patterns, enhance range of motion, and build the body awareness needed to excel in your sport.

Key Benefits Across Different Sports

Runners

Runners often struggle with tight hips, hamstrings, and calves. The yoga sequences target these areas to improve stride length and reduce muscle tension. Poses like downward dog and lunges alleviate tightness, while core-strengthening moves support better posture and breathing.

Cyclists

Cycling requires flexibility in the hips and lower back. Routines include poses that open hip flexors, release the lower back, and strengthen the glutes, helping prevent common cycling-related pains and improving power transfer.

Team Sports Athletes

For soccer, basketball, and football, agility and explosive power are key. Dynamic stretches and balance exercises enhance proprioception and reduce injury risk. Quick 10-minute flows work well as warm-ups or cool-downs.

How to Incorporate These Workouts into Your Training

Consistency matters more than duration. Start with 2–3 sessions per week and gradually increase as your body adapts. Use the workouts as standalone sessions or combine with existing training. The book includes a sample monthly schedule to help integrate yoga without sacrificing performance. Always listen to your body and modify poses as needed. For best results, pair yoga with proper nutrition, hydration, and sleep.

About the Author and Foreword

Dean Pohlman, a certified yoga teacher and founder of Yoga for Men, has worked with athletes of all levels, developing programs that emphasize strength, flexibility, and functional movement. His approach is practical and results-driven. The foreword is by Kelly Starrett, a physical therapist and author of Becoming a Supple Leopard. Starrett is a leading voice in mobility and athletic performance, making this book a credible resource for any athlete looking to enhance training through yoga.

These statements have not been evaluated by Health Canada. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, , or prevent any disease. Always consult a healthcare professional before beginning any new exercise program.