Yoga moves for every athlete

Jen Damaska, yoga instructor and owner of Elite Mind and Body, demonstrates yoga poses that stretch and strengthen the muscles athletes work the most.

SPINAL TWIST, FOR THE BACK: Begin seated with both legs extended. Cross one foot over the opposite knee. Turn the torso toward the crossed leg and gently press the arm into the knee to deepen the stretch. To deepen the stretch further, draw the extended leg's foot under the opposite hip. Exhale through the back of the body.

UP DOG, FOR BELLY, HIPS AND NECK:

Lie on the stomach. While keeping the feet and legs together, place the hands under the shoulders, in line with the pecs. Press into the hands and lift the torso off the mat, reaching the chest and chin toward the sky. Exhale through the belly.

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