Bernard Parker is going the extra mile to conserve his body by doing some yoga.
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Bernard Parker is known for putting in the hard yards at the gym and sharing it on IG, this time, he shares a different approach to his workouts by incorporating yoga.
Yoga has proven to be a secret weapon for footballers who want to improve their flexibility and make them less prone to injuries.
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Let's take a closer look at Parker's yoga workouts...
Bernard Parker takes on yoga
Parker, who's in the twilight of his long and successful football career, is taking steps to prolong his time in the game by doing some yoga.
The TS Galaxy baller follows in the footsteps of the retired Ryan Giggs, as well as David Silva, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, who are edging closer and closer to retirement.
As per topendsports.com, Yoga is a way of training muscles that many people don't even realize they have. For footballers, this can translate into improved speed, strength, and muscular endurance
The 36-year-old has a good injury record and practicing yoga could ensure his healthy injury record stays in tact for his last seasons as a professional footballer.
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Check out Parker's yoga routine that's been shared on Instagram:
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