Our last mat class was somewhat like doing Pilates on crack - Not that I'd know....but it felt like that. Each week we were able to present a new "toy" to enhance your workout and we tried to integrate every one in an hour which was quite a challenge. I will do my best to break it down and please note it isn't in order of movement, but in order of accessory used.
Ball:
bounces
jumping jacks
pelvic circles
1/2 curls
bridges w/straight legs
bridge stabilizer with 1 leg up
leg presses single/double with feet on ball
Magic circle:
squeeze between knees in and out
bridge and squeeze
knee folds
double leg stretch
arm pulses
Theraband:
curls w/band behind head
100's
roll backs w/arm pulses
triceps
biceps
Fit Loop:
Placed at ankles and we walked around the room like penguins
Side leg lifts and circles
Overball:
behind head for support in ab series
squeeze between knees and roll back
under spine - lower and lift legs
swan
Roller:
roll side to side
pec stretches
neck stretches
arm circles
chicken wings
single knee folds for balance
roll at shoulders by shifting roller horizontally
That is the best I can remember!
Nutrition recap:
We all brought delicious food and Alice asked us to take a moment and survey the table we set. We were asked to think about what we wanted and to choose one item to put on our plates. Take a deep breath, close your eyes and then take the first bite. Pay attention to the taste and continue to keep your eyes closed. Once the bite is fully chewed, open your eyes.
Mindful eating can help keep us from over indulging. Set your fork down between bites. Breathe.
We talked about what we gained from our experience over the 8 weeks and each of you had something beautiful to say so thank you again.
Your challenge for the final week will be to eat something green every day. Good luck!
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