Athletes like Dennis Rodman and his teammates, the Bulls, are taking yoga to improve their game focus. Whether it's tennis, diving, or skiing, the structure of sports has 'yoga-like' connection. Concentration forces you to remain in the present moment and eliminate other distractions. Divers, certainly not in a competitive situation, benefit from focus for safety reasons, as well as enjoyment. Physically, a few simple yoga postures increase strength, lung capacity, and flexibility.
Yogic methods can also relieve a cramped muscle, a common affliction among divers.
Hold for a few seconds until the cramp goes away. It combines the mental, the physical, and the spiritual. Many appreciate diving the same way. N. Military Tr. W.Palm Beach has donated the use of the yoga center and the dive boat free of charge for the Yoga Free Divers.