Sibyl Buck: Yogi Bare

“Yoga builds swim fitness from a solid foundation of overall well-being, instead of just targeting the outer appearance. The outward effect is similar to a gym workout, but I find it much more sustainable (and fun!), and the feeling of well-being I get from it is profound.” –Sibyl Buck

PLANK POSE
TARGETS: ARMS, ABS, BACK, CORE
Lift the sides of your waist by bringing your pubic bone toward your chin as you continue pulling your heart forward. Make sure your hips don’t sag down or bend up.

BOAT POSE
TARGETS: ABS AND HIP FLEXORS
Sit behind your sit bones but in front of your tailbone to protect it. With each inhale, broaden the collarbones; with each exhale, draw the belly in towards the spine.

CRESCENT POSE
TARGETS: LEGS, BUTT, ABS AND ARMS
Activate your lower body by squeezing your right glute in and back, pressing down into your front heel and reaching back through your back heel; work your abs by drawing your bellybutton to your spine with each exhale. FYI: Your arms get toned by the action of reaching overhead. Oh, and for symmetry’s sake, be sure to do both sides.

For an in-depth explanation of how to use these poses—and for more of Sibyl’s wisdom—visit Sibylbuckyoga.com.