![]() The second may sound surprising, but it’s to listen to your own body above all else. It can start to make you feel confident enough to take positions and progressions that your body can’t support, strength-wise, leading to injury which will then keep you out of action even longer! Your brain becomes more familiar with movements, but your body ends up starting at square one every time you enter the studio. Too long of a break in between workouts inhibits progression. Whatever workout modality/modalities you choose (such as YogaSpark classes), try to stay consistent and do it several times per week (this can also mean mixing and matching different workouts such as strength training, along with your yoga practice). Two pieces of advice that I give to my yoga clients to avoid injury during class: Julia Yarwood - YogaSpark Tribeca yoga instructor/studio director and NASM-certified personal trainer FLEX operates two locations in NYC: Union Square and NoHo. ![]() ![]() Along with this, make sure you are taking class from knowledgeable, certified professionals who know how to safely guide you through a challenging workout, not just push you to the max… someone giving cues you WANT to listen to.įLEX Studios offers a full-body pilates workout that combines Pilates with Strength Training and high-energy music. This will also help keep your mind and body connected to one another which is a key component of staying injury free. At FLEX we offer not only form and anatomy cues but modifications to ensure each client is moving in a way that is suitable for their body that day.įocus on the cues and don’t let your mind wander. Remember that every word they are saying is for your benefit, not only to help you get the most out of each exercise but to keep you safe. So take your time and be smart about your movements.ĭo not check out during class. Often times (especially in NYC) the idea of a HARD workout wins over the idea of a SMART workout and unfortunately that’s where people get into trouble. We prefer their Sculpt class and regular vinyasa at other studios with more of a zen vibe.Take the time for correct form and to make sure you are activating the correct muscles, including the mobilizers AND stabilizers, which are really the ones that keep you injury free. First week is free, which is an awesome and rare find! Recommended if you’ve done yoga a few times (beginners should try the C1 class with no heat). Similar to: Yoga Vida, YogaSpark, Hot 8 YogaĮxtras: Not on ClassPass. The instructors are always nice and welcoming, but it has more of a corporate feel than your local yoga studio. Vibe: You definitely feel the franchise feels here. Products are limited & somewhat bare bones. You have to pay for a towel at the front desk if you’re showering. Shower/Locker Situation: Showers + locks with keys. First timers: mat + towel complimentary). Sneakers/Props: Water, mat + towel (or rent a mat + towel. 4 points because you will feel it in your arms the next day!Ĭult Level: 9/10 – Big cult following, especially for the more advanced classes. Tone Level: 4/10 – Slightly more toning than your average yoga class, and more so than C1. ![]() Sweat Level: 10/10 – The room is set between 95-98 degrees … it doesn’t get much sweatier than this! Towel is highly recommended. Location: Tribeca, Bryant Park, Flatiron (NYC)ĭescription: Hot vinyasa yoga at a quicker pace, with more challenging poses than your usual vinyasa class. Class + Studio: Yoga 2 (C2) Core Power Yoga
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