Ok so last night we had another free Demo of our Tactix class. What an awesome workout. This is not another Cardio Kickboxing class, you learn so much more and you don't even hear the music. I took the class myself to experience what our clients have been loving.
Your heart rate is slowly elevated with the warm-up and dynamic stretching and I was already starting to sweat. Since most were new we learned proper kicking and punching techniques. I learned how to put my power into the moves; deep lunges to front snap kicks, rotating elbow strikes. You truly get a sense of finding your inner strength and can picture how these moves could be used in self defense. And of course the sweat is just pouring off you at this point, your heart rate is at maximum levels.
Just when you think you are ready for a break then came out the mits and pads, and the adrenaline comes back and you are ready for more. Using your power against the pad, while your partner is straining to hold it steady. What an amazing sense of power and control you experience by directing your energy into the pad. Jab, cross, heal strike, elbow strike again... Wow it is just amazing what kind of core strength it takes to get those kicks and punches to land just perfectly on the pad.
Now your ready for a break, oh no now we need to do our adrenaline drills... Ok I have it in me the adrenaline is still rushing through me. So we run, speed punch, then run back and speed punch again.. not done yet add a jump squat, not done yet add a burpee almost done... 5, 4, 3, 2, 1.. Phew... Are we done? No, it's time to do some more core work then finish with an awesome stretching and flexibility sequence.
After experiencing the Tactix class for myself I could truly see why it could be addictive. I used every muscle in my body and boy was it awesome.
So if you are tired of the same old workout class, find a Tactix class near you. http://www.jmbfitness.com/TACTIXtraining.php
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Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
WHEN IT COMES TO EXERCISE, THREE (OR MORE) IS A COMPANY
You know that regular physical activity is good for you. What you may not know is that the company you keep while you work out is just as important.
New research suggests that you get even more benefit from your exercise routine if you work out in a group. Studies found that social isolation could decrease or delay the benefits of exercise; on the other hand, camaraderie helps create new neurons in the area of the brain associated with learning. Earlier studies also suggest that group exercise unleashes a flood of endorphins in the brain, which create a natural “high” – the reason why they are known as “feel good” hormones.
If you prefer to work out alone, that’s fine; it’s certainly much better than not exercising at all, however, as the study’s findings show, exercising in a group setting offers many more advantages.
Here are four of the numerous benefits of a group workout are:
Encouragement and motivation. “When you exercise alone, you have nobody there to keep you honest and you might be tempted to throw in the towel. Your group will encourage you to keep going.”
Support. “Don’t underestimate the importance of emotional support you can get from your fitness buddies and your trainer. Just like in any social situation, doing activities with other people is more stimulating and fun than going it alone.”
Shared goals. “Whether it’s losing those extra ponds, or improving strength and muscle tone, you know others in the group are trying to accomplish the same goals. That creates a wonderful bond.”
Self-esteem. “The combination of improving your fitness, meeting new people, and keeping up your energy level with the others in your group will give you a great confidence boost.”
By incorporating interval, strength, endurance, and flexibility drills, the camps provide a total body workout. Everyone works to keep you on track and feeling good about your progress. Another perk, is that boot camp sessions are less expensive than many gym memberships or personal training sessions, an important consideration in this sluggish economy. No wonder the American Council on Exercise and American College of Sports Medicine have been naming boot camps as one of the hottest fitness trends for several years running – including in 2011.
If you prefer to work out alone, that’s fine; it’s certainly much better than not exercising at all, however, as the study’s findings show, exercising in a group setting offers many more advantages.
Here are four of the numerous benefits of a group workout are:
Encouragement and motivation. “When you exercise alone, you have nobody there to keep you honest and you might be tempted to throw in the towel. Your group will encourage you to keep going.”
Support. “Don’t underestimate the importance of emotional support you can get from your fitness buddies and your trainer. Just like in any social situation, doing activities with other people is more stimulating and fun than going it alone.”
Shared goals. “Whether it’s losing those extra ponds, or improving strength and muscle tone, you know others in the group are trying to accomplish the same goals. That creates a wonderful bond.”
Self-esteem. “The combination of improving your fitness, meeting new people, and keeping up your energy level with the others in your group will give you a great confidence boost.”
By incorporating interval, strength, endurance, and flexibility drills, the camps provide a total body workout. Everyone works to keep you on track and feeling good about your progress. Another perk, is that boot camp sessions are less expensive than many gym memberships or personal training sessions, an important consideration in this sluggish economy. No wonder the American Council on Exercise and American College of Sports Medicine have been naming boot camps as one of the hottest fitness trends for several years running – including in 2011.
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