Too much forward tilt can cause a cranky low-back
75% of my clients experience occasional low-back tension
General low-back tension is quite common in our chair-loving culture.
What’s the connection between low-back tension and sitting in a chair? View full article »
Announcing Barre Fit, an exclusive class taught only at Nike WHQ*
Carve new muscles with Barre Fit's challenging positions
This high-energy class blends the best of traditional ballet barre conditioning, Pilates and yoga. Expect to burn fat, shape muscles and increase flexibility. Although Barre Fit is similar to Barre3, Bar Method and Physique 57, we’ll present this class in a small group format that focuses on perfect form and finding the right positions for your body. Each class builds on the last to give you confidence in moving forward with this challenging workout, and with a limited class size of no more than 10 people per class, you’ll learn all the moves safely. (*This class is only open to members of Nike’s Fitness Centers)
Not sure you know what barre conditioning is? Take a peek at this short YouTube video:
All classes will take place in the Sestriere Studio at the Lance Armstrong Fitness Center and are taught by Nike Swoosh trainer, Christine Binnendyk. Each 8-class series is priced at $80, which is due when you register for class. There are no ‘make-ups’ for missed classes. Registration opens on Dec 15th, using the Fitness Center Online System Go to “Programs” and select Barre Fit for class options.
Feb Series are 8 sessions for $80
Barre Fit – February 2012 Mon/Fri 12:10-1:10pm
Mon’s & Fri’s Feb 6, thru March 2
Barre Fit – February 2012 Tue/Thur 12:10-1:10pm
Tue’s & Thur’s Feb 7 thru March 1
Barre Fit – February 2012 Tue/Thur 12:10-1:10pm
Tue’s & Thur’s Feb 7 thru March 1
Barre Fit – February 2012 Tue/Thur 1:15 – 2:15pm
Tue’s & Thur’s Feb 7 thru March 1
March Series are 6 sessions for $60 (should be up on the OLS on Feb 1):
***All March series are 3 weeks long — we’ll take a break March 26 – 30th for Spring Break***
Barre Fit - March 2012 Mon/Fri 12:10-1:10pm
Mon’s & Fri’s March 5, thru March 23
Barre Fit – March 2012 Tue/Thur 12:10-1:10pm
Tue’s & Thur’s March 6 thru March 22
Barre Fit - March 2012 Tue/Thur 12:10-1:10pm
Tue’s & Thur’s March 6 thru March 22
Barre Fit - March 2012 Tue/Thur 1:15 – 2:15pm
Tue’s & Thur’s March 6 thru March 22
Register early – the CLASS LIMIT for each series = 10
Frequently Asked Questions — particularly helpful when you’re new to Pilates training at Nike. For the full scoop, read more here
Notice what happens when my anchor leg is extended -- I cannot stretch nearly as far as when I place an anchor foot flat on the floor.
I have a secret. I’m not naturally flexible. Before taking up Pilates, I often couldn’t touch my toes. For me, my tight hips restricted my movement more than my tight hamstrings. Luckily, that’s all behind me, since I took up Pilates more than 15 years ago. Smart Magic Circle stretches on a regular basis can help you move comfortably and gracefully, as well as protecting you from injury. View full article »
Triceps Presses
All month long at NIKE, we’re incorporating Magic Circle moves on the reformer and on the mat. I’ll also have tons of ideas for those at home or in other Pilates studios. Read on for your first at-home workout.
It is a sad day in Mudville. One of my idols, Jack Lalanne, passed away Sunday. He is credited with inspiring millions to use body weight exercises at home to achieve fitness. His televised jumping routine became so popular that most in the united states now refer to the star jump as a ‘jumping jack.’ Lalanne also encouraged everyone to eat as many vegetables & fruits as possible, long before chemical-free diets came in vogue. Miss you already, Jack.
Some great clips of a great man:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/41225595/ns/us_news-life/?fb_ref=story_header&fb_source=home_multiline
View the Food Matters documentary online for Free
Use Food as Your Medicine
~Hippocrates
You Are What You Eat
~Anthelme Brillat-Savarin
track your steps per day along with time, calories, pace and more
Shoot for 10,000 steps a day, whether that’s just activity in your day or formal workouts. What will you get out of it? A stronger heart, looser muscles, less bloat, better sleep, more enthusiasm, fewer colds…the list literally does go on and on. All that from just getting in a good amount of movement.
I use the RunKeeper app as a pedometer on my iPhone. It’s so easy to use for walking, running, cycling and more. It doesn’t require a chip in your shoe and, well, you were gonna have your phone with you anyway, right?
So what’s the freebie? A free Pro version of RunKeeper for everyone!
Notice the "C" shape of the spine - spine stretch forward is about rounding, not flattening your spine
Sitting is sort of the bane of our existence, isn’t it? We drive or fly to visit friends and family during the holidays and then we sit some more when we get there. And what happens? Your hips tighten up and that leads to low back grumbling. Short circuit that cycle with this seated Pilates series. The more you move your spine and the connective tissue around it, the more supple you’ll feel. Ahhhhh.
Madonna is a devotee....'nuf said!
Wow, how did December 23rd sneak up so fast on us?! I don’t know about you, but I need a workout to make up for those treats that seem to be everywhere. (The fruit & nut brittle at Trader Joe’s….too yummy) Today, let’s get a little old-school with a quickie Callanetics workout.
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