Looking to tone up your tummy? Then definitely consider taking this class!
Whether you're in shape already or want to trim off some of your belly fat from all the fast food you've been indulging in, give Killer Core a chance. Although the name sounds intimidating, I survived the class and so will you!
It begins at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday and lasts only 30 minutes in Studio 11. Taylor Miller is the instructor.
The studio probably had 25 people, so getting there a few minutes ahead of time would be beneficial. At the very least, get there by 4:30. Since the class is a shorter one, arriving late or leaving early might not be worth your time. The class had a mix of BOTH guys and girls.
What is needed during Killer Core is a mat and small weight. Both are provided in the studio. If you are not familiar with ab workouts, sit closer to the front of the room so you can see Taylor.
The class started off with partner ab drills. If you go alone, acquaint yourself with someone near you. The first exercise involved one partner laying on the mat while the other person stood slightly behind their head. The person on the mat held their partner's ankles and swung their feet up to a 90 degree angle. The partner standing then pushed the other person's feet down. Some of the other partner drills involved side crunches and normal crunches, with one partner holding the other's feet in place.
For the remainder of the session, everyone went solo. Drills included crunches, planking, Russian twists (this is what the weight was used for), mountain climbers and bicycles. In my opinion, the Russian twists and planks were the hardest exercises to complete. However, you are welcome to take a break when needed. No one will judge you!
The class ends with a quick stretching segment of yoga and pilates.
Although this class is strenuous, it definitely helps to build the core. You can push yourself hard, or you can ease yourself into some of the drills.
And look at the bright side. Even if you feel like you're in one of Dante's circles of hell, it's only for 30 minutes... not eternity.
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Friday, March 9, 2012
Class 2: Yoga
Some people get scared when they hear the word yoga because they think it means they have to be able to contort their bodies into a pretzel shape. This, however, is not true. If you are a person who can barely touch your toes while standing, have no fear! This class will help you to develop and improve your flexibility.
The TRECS yoga class takes place at 9 a.m. on Friday mornings in Studio 11. It lasts until 10 a.m., but anyone who needs to leave earlier than that is welcome to. The instructor is Amber.
The studio was moderately filled, so you can get to the class just a few minutes before it starts and be okay. When you come into the studio, grab yourself a mat from the back of the room and a yoga block from the closet. The block will help you if you are less flexible. Also, you can bring your own mat if you have one.
Bring a water bottle in case you get thirsty. Shoes are optional. I personally took my sneakers off and just kept my socks on during the class.
If you are new to yoga, sit closer to the front of the room by the instructor so you can clearly see what she is doing.
Amber plays serene, quiet music to give the atmosphere of the studio a peaceful feel.
The class starts with easy relaxation postures and builds as it progresses. It begins with a cross-legged sitting stance and then goes to lifting the legs while in corpse pose (laying on the mat back down). Other more mild moves are done, but the instructor shows you step-by-step how to do everything.
If at any time you need to take a break, you are encouraged to go into child's pose to rest.
Towards the middle of the class, things get harder with the warrior poses (when one leg is bent in front of the other; there are three different variations we did).
The sequences are done on both sides of the body, so that each side gets an equal work out.
Sun salutations were probably the most difficult portion of the class. Amber shows everyone how to go through the process, and then you can go at your own pace. Some of the positions included plank, downward dog, mountain pose, and cobra. If you do not know these positions, here is a helpful site to look at.
Towards the end of class, everyone's balance is tested. The instructor shows the basic move and then the the more difficult one for those who are more advanced. Tree pose is an example.
Yoga wrapped up with stretching.
This class is for both beginner and intermediate yogis and yoginis. There are opportunities to challenge yourself further if you are not a beginner or catch on quickly. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to try yoga for a first time or practice it on a weekly basis.
The TRECS yoga class takes place at 9 a.m. on Friday mornings in Studio 11. It lasts until 10 a.m., but anyone who needs to leave earlier than that is welcome to. The instructor is Amber.
The studio was moderately filled, so you can get to the class just a few minutes before it starts and be okay. When you come into the studio, grab yourself a mat from the back of the room and a yoga block from the closet. The block will help you if you are less flexible. Also, you can bring your own mat if you have one.
Bring a water bottle in case you get thirsty. Shoes are optional. I personally took my sneakers off and just kept my socks on during the class.
If you are new to yoga, sit closer to the front of the room by the instructor so you can clearly see what she is doing.
Amber plays serene, quiet music to give the atmosphere of the studio a peaceful feel.
The class starts with easy relaxation postures and builds as it progresses. It begins with a cross-legged sitting stance and then goes to lifting the legs while in corpse pose (laying on the mat back down). Other more mild moves are done, but the instructor shows you step-by-step how to do everything.
If at any time you need to take a break, you are encouraged to go into child's pose to rest.
Towards the middle of the class, things get harder with the warrior poses (when one leg is bent in front of the other; there are three different variations we did).
The sequences are done on both sides of the body, so that each side gets an equal work out.
Sun salutations were probably the most difficult portion of the class. Amber shows everyone how to go through the process, and then you can go at your own pace. Some of the positions included plank, downward dog, mountain pose, and cobra. If you do not know these positions, here is a helpful site to look at.
Towards the end of class, everyone's balance is tested. The instructor shows the basic move and then the the more difficult one for those who are more advanced. Tree pose is an example.
Yoga wrapped up with stretching.
This class is for both beginner and intermediate yogis and yoginis. There are opportunities to challenge yourself further if you are not a beginner or catch on quickly. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to try yoga for a first time or practice it on a weekly basis.
Friday, March 2, 2012
Class 1: Pulling Your Weight
Whenever you browses the TRECS group fitness schedule, you see short words to describe a class that lasts generally 45 minutes to an hour. So you find a class that you think looks like it would be fun, show up a little early and pray to the fitness gods that you will survive whatever is about to happen for the next hour of your life. Sometimes you get right into the class and know it's not for you, but other times the class actually helps you reach your fitness goals. This blog is devoted to revealing the TRECS classes to the ladies and gentlemen of UT. I will go to fitness classes I have never been to and document my experiences so that the Vol nation will be more knowledgable about group fitness.
As the name states, the main focus of this class is using your own body weight to get a work out. No machines, actual weights or stability balls are needed. Definitely bring a water bottle and wear tennis shoes with traction.
As the name states, the main focus of this class is using your own body weight to get a work out. No machines, actual weights or stability balls are needed. Definitely bring a water bottle and wear tennis shoes with traction.
The class starts at 1:30 on Friday afternoons and ends at 2:15. The instructor is Chris Bossert, who is encouraging and helpful.
There were 12 girls who participated in the class, so you can show up a few minutes beforehand and be okay.
Pulling Your Weight starts with a warm-up that consists of jogging in place, jumping jacks and other sports drills.
The main part of the class consists of four stations that everyone rotates through three times. One station is all about core workouts- Navy SEAL kick outs, Russian Twists, etc. The second station is all about sports drills led by Chris. This includes side shuffling, push-ups and other drills that will get your heart racing. The third station is a mix between sprinting and a drill where you are in a push-up position and jump your legs up to your chest and back to the original position. The fourth station deals with jumping side to side, front to back and hurdling. After the completion of one full rotation, some of the stations change to a different drill. The instructor thoroughly explains to everyone how the drills are preformed at each station.
After the three rotations, the class does a round of core exercises together. This includes planks, "bicycles" and some of the other drills that were done earlier.
Pulling Your Weight ends with much needed stretches.
This class is pretty intense. It will have you sweating throughout the entire duration. If you do not exercise regularly, this class will probably be too challenging. However, you can push yourself as hard as you want and take breaks whenever necessary.
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