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Yoga has been practiced for centuries as a means to promote physical and mental wellbeing. In recent years, it has gained popularity among athletes as a complementary practice to improve physical fitness components, such as strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance. Parashurama A.K.'s research delves into the impact of yoga on these aspects of athletic performance. Strength is a fundamental aspect of physical fitness for athletes. Yoga asanas or poses, such as the plank pose, chair pose, and warrior poses, require holding one's own body weight and engaging the muscles, which helps in…mehr

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Yoga has been practiced for centuries as a means to promote physical and mental wellbeing. In recent years, it has gained popularity among athletes as a complementary practice to improve physical fitness components, such as strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance. Parashurama A.K.'s research delves into the impact of yoga on these aspects of athletic performance. Strength is a fundamental aspect of physical fitness for athletes. Yoga asanas or poses, such as the plank pose, chair pose, and warrior poses, require holding one's own body weight and engaging the muscles, which helps in developing strength. These poses also activate the core muscles, which provide stability and support to the body during physical activities. Flexibility is another essential physical fitness component for athletes. Yoga involves stretching, which can improve flexibility by increasing the range of motion of the joints. This can reduce the risk of injuries and enhance athletic performance. The practice of yoga also helps in releasing tension and tightness in the muscles, leading to improved flexibility. Balance is crucial for athletes, especially in sports that involve movements that challenge balance, such as gymnastics, skiing, and surfing. Yoga poses, such as the tree pose, eagle pose, and half-moon pose, help in improving balance by engaging the muscles of the feet, legs, and core. Endurance is the ability to sustain physical activity for an extended period. Yoga practice involves holding poses for a prolonged time, which can improve endurance. Additionally, the practice of pranayama or yogic breathing techniques helps in increasing lung capacity, which is beneficial for athletes who need to maintain high levels of endurance. In conclusion, Parashurama A.K.'s research demonstrates that yoga can have a positive impact on athletic physical fitness components. By incorporating yoga into their training regimen, athletes can improve their strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance, leading to better performance and reduced risk of injuries.