MY CLASSES
Get FIT fast... Stay HEALTHY longer.
ALL classes are online, so join from the comfort of your home, or take us with you when you travel!
(I've personally coached AND worked out from hotel rooms and living rooms across the country.)
STRENGTH BUILDING
Each workout incorporates slower, strength-building movements.
At first I recommend doing these movements with bodyweight only- this way, you focus on form and muscle engagement. Light weights or resistance bands can also eventually "level up" these movements, if that's your goal!
CARDIO FITNESS
Each workout incorporates short bursts of (bodyweight) cardio movements. The longest you'll do any movement is 60 seconds, and all movements are scaleable for all fitness levels!
Short bursts of cardio will help burn calories, boost metabolism and improve your overall health. Plus by strengthening the most important muscle in your body- your heart- You'll feel stronger outside of the workout in your everyday life.
WARMUP and COOLDOWN
All workouts include a complete warmup and cooldown to keep you healthy and performing at your best!
A proper warmup is critical to get your body (and mind!) ready for the harder work to come. A good cool-down helps your muscles to recover safely from the work you put in.
Just show up dressed to sweat!
Workout Basics
What do I need to have to take a class?
(Other than a positive attitude, of course!)
Workout Basics
What do I need to take a class?
(Other than a positive attitude, of course!)
Workout Clothes
Wear anything comfortable that allows you to move freely... and that you're ready to sweat in! (Sweat-wicking is a bonus.)
Workout Space
Have 6 to 7 square feet of space that's free of obstacles or trip-hazards. (A firmer carpet or floor is ideal, but you can work out on any stable surface!)
Zoom!
All classes are lead via Zoom. You do NOT need to have a personal Zoom account to join a class, but you do need to have Zoom installed on a device that's also connected to the internet (or has cellular service).
More Workout Basics
Optional items, but very helpful!
Fitness Mat
Using any kind of padded fitness mat on top of a hard floor will make it more comfortable to do exercises where you're on your back or belly. (A basic bath towel can work for this, too.)
Sweat Towel
If you tend to sweat, and prefer to get rid of that sweat, even a small wash cloth can go a long way!
Shoes
It's completely up to you whether you prefer to wear shoes for the workout. (Wearing them on a hard floor can provide stability and cushioning, while wearing them a on thick carpet may feel too unstable as you move.) For this kind of workout, a less-cushioned shoe is best for stability and balance.
Workout Add-Ons
Extra fitness items that you can add into your workouts if you have them and want to use them.
Dumbbells
Throughout the workout, I will which movements could be done with dumbbells.
Two important points:
(1) I challenge you to take your first 10 classes WITHOUT dumbbells, to work on form, muscle engagement, and get acquainted with the workout insensity.
(2) If you DO add dumbbells, start (and STAY) light. A pair of 1 lbs / 3 lbs / 5 lbs / 8lbs are all that most people would need.
Resistance Bands
Long resistance bands can be used like dumbbells- you make sure that you're familiar with how to anchor them (typically under your feet) to use them, and that they're good quality so that they won't snap mid-workout!
Short (i.e. "glute") resistance bands can go around the thighs for certain core and glute movements (e.g. bridges, squats) and can go around the wrists or forearms for certain upper body movements (e.g. bicep curls, front raises).
