ClassPass, a fitness membership app, which began partnering with
metro Detroit studios late last year, aims to help exercise enthusiasts reach their health goals in an innovative way. The process is simple. Enroll in a monthly plan, browse through fitness studios in your area, and book a class that aligns with your fitness goals.ΜύIf youβre up for it, consider getting your sweat on with one of the appβs most sought-after metro Detroit trainers pictured here. For a glimpse into what to expect in their classes, these five pros have created sample workouts that represent their fitness philosophies for ΒιΆΉ·¬ΊΕ Detroit readers to try at home.
ICE
GET SOME FITNESS
31119 Greenfield Rd., Beverly Hills; 248-385-3043; getsomefitness.com
Get Some Fitness is known for its high-energy boxing and kickboxing classes that utilize everything from ballet barres and barbells to punching bags and free weights. Below, Christopher Allen, an instructor who goes by the name ofΜύ βΐ᳦±π,β shares a fitness challenge. Ice recommends six rounds of the following workout daily over the course of four weeks. At the top of each week, add 30 seconds to the shadow-boxing steps.Μύ
FIGHT CLUB
60 seconds of shadow boxing withΜύa left, then right-hook motion
25 squats
60 seconds of shadow boxing withΜύa left, then right-hook motion
10 burpees
15 leg lunges
CARENΜύPASKEL
Ensoul Yoga
210 W. Nine Mile Rd., Ferndale; 248-397-8808; and 500 Griswold St., Detroit; 313-656-4701;Μύensoulyoga.com
Founded by Caren Paskel, EnSoul Yogaβs sessions range from high-energy β like the EnSoul Train class, which is set to lively music β to easygoing, like the Soulful class, which requires participants to close their eyes while moving at a slow pace. Here, Paskel shares how to accomplish a mellow flow, a sequence of poses that require just two pieces of equipment:Μύa mat and a wall.Μύ
MINDFUL MORNING
Downward Facing Dog
(Hold one minute) Μύ
Wall Split (Hold one minute)Μύ
Crescent Warrior
(Hold one minute)Μύ
Prep for the next pose
by dropping for
Low Runnerβs LungeΜύ
Airplane on the Wall
(Hold one minute)Μύ
Prep for the next pose
by dropping for
Low Runnerβs Lunge and Dragonfly Twist Μύ
Side Plank (Hold one minute)Μύ
Downward Facing Dog
(Hold one minute)Μύ
Repeat the flow on
opposite sideΜύ Μύ
Wheel on the Wall
(Hold one minute)
Resting pose with
legs on wall
BONUS
Paskel embraces positive thoughts. As you flow, acknowledge that the daily challenges you face will pass.
PJΜύVLAHANTONESΜύ
FUSIONΜύINTEGRATEDΜύTRAINING
20169 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe; 313-469-0687; and 14940 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Park; 313-290-2874;Μύfusionintegratedtraining.com
Fusion Integrated Training fuses cardio, core, and strength training workouts into 60-minute classes. Below, co-owner PJ Vlahantones exemplifies the studioβs full-body mindset with a custom workout. After a dynamic five-minute warmup, perform each exercise for one minute with no rest in between. Youβll need a rowing machine, air bike, and a set of dumbbells at a moderate weight that you can handle for three straight minutes of compound movements.Μύ
POWER UP
Complete 500 meters on the rowerΜύ
Dumbbell Alternating Step Back Lunge/Front Raise
Dumbbell Deadlift / Up-Right Row
Dumbbell Squat Press (Thrusters)Μύ
High Plank Knee to Opposite ElbowΜύ
Ride the air bike until youβve burned 50 calories
Rest 1 minute then continue to repeat the set three more times
BONUS
Vlahantones says a quick warmup that includes steps like squats, lunges, jumping jacks, and pushups is a great way to start your workout.
CELY MARIA DIAS
CELYFIT
33008 Northwestern Hwy., West Bloomfield; 248-979-7481; celyfit.comΜύ
Cely Maria Dias, a native of Brazil, says sheβs been dancing from the minute she could walk. Her dedication to her craft shows in the energetic choreography she puts together for Celyfit, where members burn 300 to 800 calories per session. No equipment is needed for this salsa step from Dias, who recommends stretching before and after any workout to avoid injuries.
STEPΜύAND SWAY
Start with bothΜύfeet together
Step to the right, gently bending your knees
Return to theΜύmiddle then step to the left, gently bending your knees
Repeat
As you get the hangΜύof it, try speeding up your steps
Follow Dias on Instagram(@celyfitness) for videos of her dance routines.
While youβre at it, listen to her song suggestions β βBam Bamβ by Pliers, βDescarga Espectacularβ by Fruko y sus Tesos, and anything by Celia Cruz β to get in the groove.Μύ
HOPEΜύMODRZEJEWSKI
Surf Lab Fitness
8677 N. Lilley Rd.,ΜύCanton; 734-304-7873;Μύsurflabfitness.comΜύ
Metro Detroit may be miles away from the ocean, but that doesnβt mean you canβt get your surf on. Surf Lab Fitness, which opened in late January, utilizes indoor stationary surf-boards in its classes to build core stability and strength. This quick exercise from Hope Modrzejewski can be done on balancing boards at the fitness studio or on the floor at your local gym.Μύ
HANG 10
Start in a kneeling position on a mat
Using 5 to 8-pound weights, raise arms straight over your head with palms facing away from you
Keeping the arms straight, lower them down to your knees bringing your chest forward β as though youβre on a surf board in the water using your arms to paddle β then shift back to an upright positionΜύ
Complete 10 times at a slow pace, medium pace, and quicker paceΜύ
BONUS
Modrzejewski acknowledges how difficult it can beΜύto exercise when youβre feeling pressed for time.ΜύThis is why she recommends a full-body workout, which can increase your strength inΜύas little as 30 minutes.
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