Yoga/Pilates

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What is yoga?

The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root, "yuj", which means to yoke, attach, join or bind. Also Yoga is defined as the release from contact with pain or sorrow. Steady control of the senses and mind defines this word as well. There are eight limbs of yoga, with the physical practice being only one of the eight limbs.

What are the benefits of yoga?

• Increased flexibility, agility, strength, focus, coordination, balance and connectedness of mind, body, and spirit.
• Increased lubrication of the joints, ligaments and tendons, and massage of the inner organs of the body which benefits us by keeping away disease and providing a forewarning at the onset of disease or disorder.
• Detoxification by providing an optimum blood supply to various parts of the body. This helps in the flushing out of toxins.
• Delayed aging characteristics, increased energy and an extraordinary zest for life.
• Excellent for pregnancy.
• Many athletes come to yoga to help previous injuries, increase range of motion, gain better agility, aid in one-pointed focus and strengthen muscles.

What is Pilates?

Invented by gymnast Joseph H. Pilates more than 80 years ago, the Pilates Method involves a series of exercises that place intense concentration on your abdominal muscles, which, along with your back muscles, form your core or "powerhouse" from which your body derives its strength and flexibility.

Who should do Pilates?

Pilates is for every body because core strength is important in a variety of applications. Pilates is used by athletes to improve strength and flexibility, it can even improve your golf swing. Pilates helps build long, lean muscles, creating a flat abdomen and toned body. Pilates trains the entire body, eliminating muscular imbalance, preventing injuries and alleviating chronic back pain.

What are the benefits of Pilates?

• Development of long, lean muscles
• Increased strength, flexibility and posture
• Better balance and more coordination
• Less pain and stiffness
• Flat abdominals and a strong back
• An evenly conditioned body, helping to prevent injuries

Aerobic/Pilates/Yoga Class Descriptions

• Ball Fit : Strengthen your total body & core using the stability ball with some weights – 45 min.
• Bootie : Come and work your glutes & abs while maintaining a fat burning heart rate to some really good music – we also like to shake our booties and incorporate a little bit of dance!
• CardioSculpt : Work your whole body with this combination of strength and cardio moves.
• Chisel : Step warm-up followed by some resistance training with lighter weights and more reps.
• Core Fit : Build up your core strength with a combination of Pilates, abs, glutes and matt exercises – 45 min.
• Indoor Cycling : Fun, intense cardio workout on the bike – great for fat-burning! All levels welcome.
• Nia : Neuromuscular Integrative Action - combines dancing, martial arts, and mind body exercises.
• Pilates : Resistance training using your own body weight to develop core strength, balance, and flexibility.
• Pilates Plus : Tone your whole body with an emphasis on the core and upper body with advanced Pilates moves and the use of balls, bands, and weights.
• QFC: Quick Fit Cardio – 45 minute blend of cardio and strength moves. Get in, burn some calories and get out!
• Senior Fitness : Combination of low-impact aerobics with strength training geared for seniors or beginners.
• Step it UP ! 30 minutes of step aerobics and 30 minutes of total body with strength and toning.
• Strength : Weight training class geared toward firming and strengthening your total body using heavy weights.
• Tred & Shed : Fat burning cardio workout done on the treadmills with some strength exercises to break it up!
• Yoga : Energetic yoga using beginner and intermediate level poses to improve strength and flexibility.
• Yoga Stretch : 45 minutes of yoga aimed at relaxation, stretching and flexibility – great for tight muscles!