When cycling, you tense your muscles intensively for a longer period of time. Often you also keep the muscles in your hips, neck, back and shoulders tense and that is not necessary. Yoga helps you release that muscle tension, leaving you with more energy to get the most out of your workout.
Good for :hips, shoulders and (lower) back
Lie on your back and draw your knees toward your chest. Rest your arms and shoulders on the floor and drop your knees to the left. Stay here for ten quiet breaths and repeat
the other side.
Good for :chest and abdomen, thighs, lumbar muscle, back, neck and shoulders
Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet hip-width apart on the floor. Place your arms at your sides with your palms down. Lift your hips and back by pressing your arms, shoulders, and feet into the floor. Intertwine your fingers behind your back and roll your shoulders under your body. Squeeze the inner thighs together so they are parallel. Stay here for ten calm breaths.
Good for :outside legs, hips and glutes
Lie on your back and draw your knees toward your chest. Cross your right thigh completely over your left thigh, pushing your thighs together. Grab the outside of your ankles and bring them toward your hips or shoulders until you feel a stretch in your right hip or buttock. Keep the right side of your body long by pushing your right hip slightly away from you and down. Stay here for ten calm breaths and repeat the pose with the left.
