Welcome Back, Yoga Bikers!
We’re thrilled to announce that Madeline Wiseman will return to the Cottonwood Road & Gravel 200, hosting free yoga classes for cyclists. Madeline is an avid cyclist and experienced yoga instructor, known for teaching yoga on multi-day cycling adventures and in various fitness classes.
This year’s CW200 participants will practice stretches targeting common tension areas:
- Hamstrings
- Upper Back and Shoulders
- Hip Flexors
- Hips, Glutes, IT Band
- Adductors
- Quads, Hip Flexors
- Ankles
Madeline’s sessions emphasize samasti (evenness), ahimsa (kindness), and aparigrapha (non-striving), fostering a balanced and compassionate practice.
Key Principles and Offerings of Cyclist-focused Yoga Practice:
- Builds Breath Awareness and Endurance: Yoga enhances physical endurance by improving core strength, balance, and flexibility.
- Creates Mindful Balance and Focus: Yoga promotes relaxation and mental clarity, helping riders manage stress and maintain focus.
- Relieves Muscle Soreness and Fatigue: Yoga alleviates muscle soreness, promotes recovery, and reduces injury risk.
- Supports Community and Camaraderie: Group sessions foster a sense of community among cyclists.
- Holistic Health and Wellness: Yoga aligns with CW200’s goal of promoting a healthy lifestyle, aiding in physical and mental well-being.
Join us for a transformative experience that combines the challenges of cycling with the benefits of yoga. Whether you’re a gravel rider or a road cyclist, the Cottonwood 200 offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature, community, and your inner (yogi) self.
Contact Madeline at yogamadeline@gmail.com.
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