Currrently I Run 2 days and weight train, Cross train and do calisthenics
I’m only going to list yoga, because I think it’s much more beneficial than Pilates, esp. if you’re already strength training. Plus, IMO Pilates is incredibly difficult to learn – yoga is much easier.
Pros:
teaches relaxation techniques
improves flexibility
encourages deep breathing & improves blood circulation
spiritual benefits (meditation)
Cons:
you need a teacher or adequate instruction (some of the moves can be harmful if done improperly)
need peace & quiet to concentrate
best done in a class (time restriction)
Including yoga in your workout will round out your program well. Good luck!
November 5th, 2009 at 3:49 pm
I dont think there are any cons.Specially Yoga.Its all good.
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http://shmyl.com/tnepson
November 5th, 2009 at 4:19 pm
I’m only going to list yoga, because I think it’s much more beneficial than Pilates, esp. if you’re already strength training. Plus, IMO Pilates is incredibly difficult to learn – yoga is much easier.
Pros:
teaches relaxation techniques
improves flexibility
encourages deep breathing & improves blood circulation
spiritual benefits (meditation)
Cons:
you need a teacher or adequate instruction (some of the moves can be harmful if done improperly)
need peace & quiet to concentrate
best done in a class (time restriction)
Including yoga in your workout will round out your program well. Good luck!
References :
Doing yoga for over 15 years
November 5th, 2009 at 4:33 pm
Pros: yoga increase flexibility and relaxation
Cons: too much working out might become boring, if you are weight training I think pilates might not be challenging enough or repeat a lot of the same resistance exercises.
I would only add one day of weight training and add one day of yoga.
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