You want to lose a few kilos, tone your muscles, relax after a hard day's work. You can do it best and fastest in a fitness club. You do not know which classes to choose, because sometimes their names sound strange to you? Use our cheat sheet.

First, answer the question what goal you want to achieve. Is the most important thing for you to improve your condition, strengthen your muscles,lose weightor relax? Or maybe you like to dance or are fascinated by different fighting techniques? There are many possibilities in the renownedfitnessclub and everyone will find something for themselves. Also the elderly who have problems with circulation or the spine. You just need to choose the right form of classes. Your instructor can help you choose. Talking to him will be especially useful for people who have not practiced any sport. The trainer will ask, among others o illnesses, he alth condition, physical activity, weight and select individual onesexercises .
All classes are conducted with music and have a similar arrangement. They are always preceded by a warm-up, then a basic part, and finally calming down the body, i.e. stretching and relaxing exercises.

Fitness classes to strengthen muscles

  • ABT: these are aerobic (oxygenating) systems whose task is to firm and strengthen the lower body parts and to oxygenate the body. He works with a step, rubber bands and dumbbells. These are classes even for those who have not exercised for a long time. They are also known as abbreviations: BBC, ABS, ABF.
  • BS: These exercises strengthen and tone all muscle groups. These are activities of moderate intensity, with the use of various tools, e.g. weights, dumbbells, steps. Anyone can exercise.
  • TBC: in addition to strengthening and toning the muscles, these classes improve the endurance of the body and oxygenate it. These types of exercises with accessories are for everyone.
  • Aqua aerobics: exercises in the water, using various accessories and fins. They do not burden the joints, so they can be recommended to people who have problems with joints and spine. Apart from shaping the figure, they also relax. It is recommended for beginners.
  • Step: simple choreography using a special plastic step. Fast pace of exercise. Above all, the buttocks and thighs work hard. The classes are intended mainly for people who like to move and do not haveproblems with the knee joints.
  • Oars: aerobic classes with music using a device called a rowing ergometer. The effect is to strengthen all major muscle groups, mainly the legs and arms. Designed for people in good shape, without back problems.
  • Magic bar: exercises with a special barbell. They strengthen all muscle groups. The training begins with little strenuous activities and ends with very hard and exhausting ones. They were invented for people in good shape.
  • Power bike: riding a stationary bike with varying degrees of load. During breaks, other fitness exercises are performed. Training involves all parts of the body. It is intended for people who have exercised a lot before.

Fitness to lose weight

  • Fat burning: simple instrument layouts, done at a moderate pace. Lots of exercises to strengthen the abdominal and leg muscles. All muscle strengthening and toning activities will also help you lose weight.

Fitness classes for those who like to dance

  • Funk, salsa, hi-lo: performing choreography to dance, hip-hop or Latin music. They improve motor coordination. Exercise at a brisk pace (heart rate 130-150 / min) improves the work of the cardiovascular system. They are not recommended for people with circulatory problems.
  • Dance interval: combines dance elements (jumps, choreography) with strengthening exercises (eg BS, ABT). You have to be in a very good shape.

Fitness for people fascinated with martial arts

  • Kick boxing, boxing, aerobox: intensive endurance classes, based on the techniques of various martial arts. An alternative for people who exercise for a long time and would like to make their classes more attractive. They improve the body's efficiency, muscle endurance and motor coordination.
  • Power tai-bo: systems that use martial arts, e.g. boxing, karate or kick boxing. They improve endurance, coordination and, importantly for women, teach self-defense.

Fitness when you need to relax

  • Stretching: all muscle groups are stretched with music at a slow pace. Their effect is a slim silhouette and better blood circulation. Exercises for everyone, including the elderly.
  • Yoga: A relaxing workout for your body and mind. Stretching the muscles, teaching conscious breathing, making the body more flexible. A meditation lesson for everyone.
  • Pilates: a program of strengthening, toning and stretching the abdominal, back and pelvic muscles. Exercise requires concentration and relaxation. They can be performed by women inpregnancy and the elderly.
  • Tai-chi: exercises based on elements of eastern martial arts. Gentle, smooth movements improve motor coordination, improve the body and mind, and teach how to achieve internal balance. Classes for everyone, including the elderly and those with circulatory problems.
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