Today: Heart Walk 5K, Angelo State University, http://www.angelo.edu/asufit

Today: ASUFit Cyclocross race, http://www.angelo.edu/asufit

Wednesday: ASUFit CX series, http://www.angelo.edu/asufit

Oct 24: ASUFit CX series, http://www.angelo.edu/asufit

Oct 27: Concho Valley Paws 5K, roadlizards.org

SAN ANGELO, Texas Could the half dhanurasana, downward facing dog, or the crescent moon make you a better cyclist, runner, or triathlete?

You'll have to give yoga a try to get that question answered.

Ask the average person to describe a yoga class and he or she will probably answer with words like flexibility poses, controlled breathing, relaxation, balance exercises, and overall body toning.

That's exactly what most cyclists and runners need as part of their weekly workout schedule.

Many athletes tend to stay in a "workout rut," pushing to bike harder and longer, run more miles, do some strength work, and occasionally (maybe) stretch a little afterward.

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BILL CULLINS: Cyclists, runners, need yoga to tone muscles