During next season, 49ers fans will want Brian Hoyer to embody the cobra pose as opposed to downward-dog.

Niner Nation might raise an eyebrow at the 49ers quarterbacks take on yoga and meditation while appearing Wednesday on KNBR. Others may applaud Hoyer for using non-traditional training options to help his play.

You would train your body, why wouldnt you help train your mind, too? Hoyer told Murph & Mac. We have an app on our phone and you can go to it when you need it. I try to do it every day sometimes theres not always enough time in the day. But its something that I feel has really helped me.

The topic arose because 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan recently explained his appreciation for yoga and meditation to the Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle. Hoyer certainly sounded on board when asked about the topic, offering an extended explanation on why hes latched on to Shanahans training regimen.

Its something that I really enjoy because its about being mindful and being in the moment, Hoyer told KNBR.And I think in this profession, you can get so caught up and so wrapped up and theres pressure all the time. And thats not a way to live life.

So, its about being where you are. So when Im at home, Im at home with my wife and kids and Im enjoying that time. And when Im at work, Im here at work andworking and taking time to meditate and just kind of clear your head.

And as far as the yoga its something we do weekly and I think its great not only for the mental aspect, but to stretch out and get some of that type of work involved in your routine.

Its very what you might call new school For me as a quarterback, of course I have to lift and be strong and be able to take hits. ButI alsoneed to flexible enough to be able to throw the football and be able to move around.

Hoyer is set to begin the season as the 49ers starting quarterback and only time will tell if he can become, like Tom Brady, a pro-yoga Pro Bowler.

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