When I look out at the women exercising in Fifty 5 Fitness classes, I see a room filled with strength, commitment, passion, drive, passion, focus, community and friendship. You know what’s missing? You! Try one of our classes for free - and then sign up for a session or keep doing drop-ins. Today’s exercise is a great example of the kind of challenge you can look forward to in class.
START HERE (A):
It might look simple, but our side to side balance exercise will turn you into a balance boss! Start by standing with a tall spine and active posture. Engage your abdominal muscles and tuck your pelvis slightly - perhaps holding onto a railing, mantle, or countertop for balance just in case. Shift your weight onto one foot without letting your hip collapse, then lift one foot forward with toes pointing up.
Movement (B):
Without shifting your posture, slowly turn your head to your left. Then, return your gaze back to center and turn your head over to your right. Come back to center for one full repetition. Notice if you have a tendency to turn your foot or your hips when you aren’t looking straight ahead and see if you can maintain your steady balance throughout. If you happen to fall out of the pose, that’s okay! Simply take the time to reset and start again. Try 5 repetitions on this side before shifting to the other foot.
These days everyone is searching for balance, and exercise can be a great way to achieve life balance as well as the more obvious physical balance. Our classes attract women of all fitness levels and bring them together to grow at their own pace! Before you know it, you’ll be balancing like a boss! Come challenge your balance and your fitness at our local classes in Winnipeg or check out our other blog posts for more at-home exercises.