Exercises we go through: squats, Romanian deadlifts (single and double legs), lunge dips with triceps extension, standing overhead presses, dumbbell bridges, supine overhead reaches.
Weight lifting technique level: 1
Intensity level: Hot
Equipment: Gabrielle used one set of 8 pound hand weights and one set of 10 pound hand weights. Pick the weights that work for you, whether it's heavier or lighter than the ones in the video.
Why weight lifting?
As we age - starting in our third decade - we tend to lose muscle mass. Resistance training is a great way to keep our muscles strong. Reformer Pilates is a form of resistance training, but incorporating weight lifting into your workout routine will help you continue to see results and muscle gain.
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Full Body Weight Lifting Express #393
Exercises we go through: biceps curls, bent over raises, glute kickbacks.
Weight lifting technique level: 1
Intensity level: Hot
Equipment: Gabrielle used one set of 8 pound hand weights and one set of 10 pound hand weights. Pick the weights that work for you, whether it's heavier or lighter tha... -
23 Min Classical Pilates 07
A quick session that will lift your mood!
Reformer technique level: 2
Intensity level: Hot
No props needed -
15 Min Strength and Stretch #391
Specifically designed for active seniors. We will be doing kneeling work as well as placing weight on wrists, so grab a pad if needed!
Mat technique level: 1
Intensity level: Hot
No props needed
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