Benefits of combining Cross Training with Yoga

It seems difficult to imagine these two disciplines coexisting harmoniously in the same space, but the reality is that they are the perfect combination. Both users and owners of sports facilities could benefit from the fusion of Cross Training with Yoga.

At Distrito Estudio they are clear that “in most of our classes, strength and cardiovascular work are fundamental components” and that is why they have opted for a hybrid business model where they can offer both disciplines. “Yoga gives our clients a perspective that is opposite to cross training, offering moments of relaxation, low-intensity strength control, stress reduction and a lot of mobility work.”

The limited material needed to teach a yoga class combined with the benefits it provides to a crossfitter make this synergy a success for optimizing sports spaces. You only need three additional ingredients to make your box two in one: a yoga block, a yoga mat and a yoga strap.

A combination with guaranteed success

Yoga offers mobility and flexibility to Cross Training, while Cross Training provides strength to Yoga. Flexibility is worked on and that is the first principle that the CrossFit user must understand when assuming their lack of mobility without knowing that with Yoga they can increase their goals.

In Yoga you train your breathing, you learn to connect with it and control it. This applied to Cross Training helps to improve both performance and the execution of the exercises. Both disciplines are different but complementary, both seek to explore and find physical and mental limits.

The coordination and balance that comes from practicing Yoga will help you perform Cross Training exercises such as Pistols squats, handstand push ups or box jumps where these qualities are required.

There is no doubt that including Yoga after a Cross Training session will provide both physical and mental benefits; releasing muscle tension, providing greater muscle and joint mobility, improving body agility and balance, and relieving chronic and postural pain.