Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Skype Pilates: Because Sometimes It's Just Too Darn Cold Outside ...

Spring is coming. It is--I mean, eventually! But for now, it can still get awfully chilly, and I don't know about you, but the cold factor can leave me with a serious case of anti-motivation in going to the gym.

So here's one way to get in a personalized workout without actually going anywhere: Skype or Google+!

Denise Posnak is the founder of MyBOD Wellness, a Skype-based Pilates and yoga program. She and her staff offer live video sessions in order to give clients one-on-one attention for less than what a typical personal trainer might cost (the first 45-minute session is $35; a ten-pack of sessions is $430, and you can share them with friends anywhere in the world for no additional cost). You book a session online for Skype or Google+, meet your teacher on a video call, and do the workout. Possibly while still in your pajamas.

So to help jumpstart our brr-it's-cold-Monday motivation levels, Denise shared these two exclusive Pilates moves:

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The NEW Jane Fonda
This is a classic twist--but with a Pilates twist! Every time you turn to the side, pull in your abs and squeeze your waistline like a dish towel being wrung dry. Hold on each side and don't let your core pop.
Reps: Do three slowly on each side, and then 10 quickly, keeping your form the whole time.

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MyBOD Rockette
Lift up your hips, and kick your right leg upward--without moving the rest of your body. Keep your abs engaged and squeeze your left glute, then repeat on the left.
Reps: Do five times on each side.


Gotta love technology! Would you ever try a training session online?

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* Get rid of the muffin top with these Pilates moves

Photos: Denise Posnak

Source: http://www.glamour.com/health-fitness/blogs/vitamin-g/2013/02/skype-pilates-because-sometimes-i.html

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