2010 has kicked off and new fitness students are coming to classes en masse. I see this every year, a re-commitment to their health and well-being brings them back to the gym. The renewed energy that comes with the new year is a fantastic time to refresh your fitness routine.
As an instructor I always want to introduce a fitness routine to new participants in a fun and accessible manner. When my classes are filled with new faces I always go back to basics. Starting simple is the best way to introduce new habits into one's life. Rather than overwhelm new participants by giving 10 different exercises, I start with a circuit of 3-5 exercises to lay the foundations for the fitness routine. Exercises that focus on the major muscle groups and include balance and coordination to work out the brain as well.
I also like to play upbeat, moderate tempo music to assist in keeping a moderate pace for new students while offering the 'regulars' the chance to assess how far they've come. I love it when they are surprised by their gain in strength when they remember how hard an exercise was when they first began. they sense of pride and accomplishment is truly rewarding as an instructor.
2010 brings new opportunities for us to strengthen of the body, mind, and spirit. So Keep up! Keep on workin' out to your favorite tunes in the new year to unleash the renewed YOU!
You Can Energize Your Life!
Cheryl (Bhagwati)
