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The om advantage: Six best yoga poses for athletes

May 25, 2011 | By Selene Yeager
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Once regarded as an alternative activity for those who were more into meditation than "Monday Night Football," yoga has long since left the fringe and joined the mainstream playing field. And for good reason. The mind-body focus of yoga can benefit athletes in every sport.

"I started practicing by watching FitTV way back in 2001," said Chad Durbin, a relief pitcher for the Cleveland Indians. "I enjoyed the calming aspects. I was in Triple-A Omaha and worrying about all the variables I ...

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