A personal training assessment is a critical first step in designing an effective fitness program. It evaluates key aspects of an individual’s physical abilities, including cardio, strength, flexibility, agility, and mobility. Cardiovascular Fitness: This aspect of fitness is crucial for overall heart health and endurance. Assessing cardio fitness involves understanding one’s ability to sustain exercise, […]
What is Pilates? Pilates is a form of exercise whose aim is to strengthen your body evenly and improve your overall fitness and your well-being. Pilates exercises are undertaken on a mat and/or with resistance and support equipment. Pilates with equipment can support those new to Pilates, those with medical conditions and also can add extra […]
Joseph Pilates presents his method as the art of controlled movements, which should look and feel like a workout (not a therapy) when properly manifested. If practiced with consistency, Pilates improves flexibility, builds strength and develops control and endurance in the entire body. It puts emphasis on alignment, breathing, developing a strong core, and improving […]
Unlock a Life of Quality, Fun, and Excitement Through Improved Mobility Incorporating mobility exercises into your fitness routine can have a profound impact on your overall quality of life. Imagine a life where you effortlessly move, explore, and engage in activities you love with a newfound sense of freedom and joy. Quality of Life Enhancement […]
Everybody knows they should probably exercise more… but finding the motivation and the time can be difficult. How much do you work out each week? Hopefully, the new findings that physical activity can improve cognitive function throughout a lifespan will motivate you to exercise more—regardless of your age. Resistance training promotes cognitive and functional brain […]
Dancing improves brain function on a variety of levels. Two recent studies show how different types of practice allow dancers to achieve peak performance by blending cerebral and cognitive thought processes with muscle memory and ‘proprioception’ held in the cerebellum. Through regular aerobic training that incorporates some type of dance at least once a week anyone can maximize his or her […]
“Dance Muscle Sculpting” classes are a dynamic fusion of dance and fitness, offering a unique way to improve physical health and well-being. These classes combine the rhythm and expressiveness of dance with targeted exercises aimed at sculpting and toning muscles. Participants enjoy a fun, energetic environment while engaging in movements that enhance muscle tone, promote […]
Interval training alternates bouts of high-intensity work with rest in repeated timed intervals. The general idea is to perform a high volume of high-intensity work in a limited time. Ultimately, it is nothing more than anaerobic training with controlled rest periods. The benefits of interval training are to both anaerobic and aerobic systems. The obvious […]
Dancing places a lot of demands on your body while providing many health benefits. To be a good dancer, not only do you need to know the correct technique for each style of dance, you need to be flexible and maintain a high level of strength, balance, and stamina. An effect way to prepare […]