Yoga Poses for Hikers

Yoga may seem intimidating or even reserved for a niche audience. However, it is a sport suitable for all!

Physical benefits of yoga for hiking:

- Increases stamina and strength to embark on more intense hikes over a longer period

- Increases flexibility to increase range of movement, reducing the risk of unwanted injuries

- Improves balance for stability on difficult terrains

- Improves lung capacity by learning better breathing tips to ease cramps

- Improves recovery of sore muscles to boost endurance

Mental benefits of yoga:

- Facilitates mind-body connection to increase awareness of body

- Develops concentration 

- Cultivates mental endurance

- Relaxes mind to relieve stress

Improves: Stamina, balance, and coordination

Engages: Abdomen, ankles, arches of the feet

 

 

- Ground yourself firmly while standing straight

- Focus your gaze softly on a particular area as you slowly lunge forward with arms stretched away from the body, in a straight line.

 

End this session by sitting comfortably on your mat, with crossed legs. 

Sit your back in the upright position and place your hands together at the heart center. 

This posture allows you to calm your nerves and your mind by awakening the energy that is in you. 

Go ahead and engage in a guided meditation if you wish!


Try these poses on your next hike or outdoor adventure! They serve as a good way to begin or end your hike!