Group classes are everywhere. Boot camps, HIIT classes (high-intensity interval training), yoga (in every possible form), Pilates, Orange Theory, Zumba--the list could go on and on. There are literally hundreds of options to choose from. So why did I decide to add another option to the list and what makes my group class different from any of the others? I'm so glad you asked.

 

There are a lot of benefits of Group Classes and I understand the appeal. They are a consistent time/day every week, which helps participants stay accountable and dedicated to coming. You can attend with friends and meet new people in a class. Someone else tells you what to do so you don't have to think about what to do for your workout. And often times it pushes you to try things you wouldn't normally do on your own.  These are all great things; however, as a Physical Therapist, I am typically not a fan of Group Classes because in my experience, the goals of the classes are to: make you burn as many calories as possible, make you sweat as much as possible, perform at the highest speed and intensity possible, and push yourself to the point of exhaustion so that you really feel like you got a good workout in. After all, that is what we are conditioned to believe that's what a good workout should look like.

 

The purpose of my class is to offer a workout with a different set of goals and reframe what you consider to be a “good workout”. I think a good workout is one that helps you get stronger and move better. It makes you feel better—not just after your workout, but also at the end of the day, rather than feeling stiff and sore like you’re “getting old”. It helps reduce pain, not make it worse. It can decrease your chances of getting injured, not put you at greater risk for injury. 

 

If any or all of those things sound appealing to you, I would love for you to try my class. It truly is designed for all ages and fitness levels—from the couch potato to the marathoner, from the avid CrossFitter to the weekend warrior, from the postpartum mom  trying to get her body back to the person who is trying to get out of bed without pain, and everyone in between. My goal is to help you achieve your goals and teach you how to take care of your body so you can stay healthy and active for life.