How to Use the Studio Workouts

Core Workouts are designed for beginners to make initial changes in breathing patterns and posture through precise, small range of motion exercises. Through these exercises we work with you to integrate your muscles, fascia and bones together to help coordinate movement that creates a long stable spine and reinforces good posture and flat abs.

 Core is for those:

• Just beginning Rip'd Pilates 
• With chronic back or neck conditions 
• With pelvic floor dysfunction 
• We recommend 10-20 Core Workouts before moving to Level 1. 

• Second leg to table top gets sloppy
• Back hurts after standing for 30 minutes
• Find yourself slumping more often

 Level 1 includes exercises that

•  Fully extend and flex the spine - in other words greater range-of-motion
• Increase balance of shoulders and legs
•  Pace faster than Core

• Conditioning - a fast paced class with few breaks between challenging exercise to spike the pulse and
• Strength and Flexibility - incorporating more challenging exercises that incorporate greater range of flexibility
• We recommend that clients complete a minimum of 30 Level 1 Workouts before trying a Level 2 Workout.

 Have any questions about moving up to the next Level? Ask one of your instructors after class - we are happy to answer any of your questions!

Level 2 Workouts are more extreme for those with intermediate to advanced skill. The workouts are designed for the individual who wants a challenging workout with increased speed, range of motion and strength. It is excellent for athletes, those without injury or for those who want to take a little extra risk to achieve faster results.

 Level 2 Workouts include exercises that:

•  Fully flex and extend the spine with rotation
• Body weight is supported entirely on the spine, to be avoided if you have bone density issues
•  More cardiovascular and weight loss effects