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    Lift Lean V Fitness Pilates FUSION WEEK

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    Lift Lean V Fitness Pilates FUSION WEEK

    Fusion Fitness Concept Overview

    • Topic: Demonstration of a Fusion Fitness Class combining:

      • Lift Lean (strength and conditioning)

      • Fitness Pilates

      • Power Cardio Intervals

    • Format: 1-minute strength → 1-minute pilates → 20-seconds power cardio

    • Goal: Provide variety and enhance engagement in group fitness sessions.


    Workout Demonstration Highlights

    1. Lower Body Focus:

      • Squats, two-count deadlifts.

      • Wide plie squats with teaching cues.

    2. Core Pilates Movements:

      • Single leg stretch, crisscross, glute bridges.

      • Customizable movement options based on participant level.

    3. 20-Second Power Cardio:

      • Includes deep jacks and dynamic movements.

      • BPM increase in music boosts intensity.

    4. Upper Body Strength:

      • Shoulder presses, bicep curls, dumbbell rows.

      • Pushups from plank position with dumbbells.

    5. Pilates Mat Series:

      • Spinal extension, leg-arm lifts, square pose with holds.

      • Opposite arm/leg extensions for core stability.

    6. Second Power Interval:

      • Options: hill climbers, scissors, or light jog.

      • Encouraged personalization based on energy levels.


    Instructor Notes & Music Used

    • Music Album: “LIT 6” by Pure Energy — designed for interval workouts.

    • Class Length: 15-minute block, stackable for longer sessions.

    • Barefoot Option: Mentioned for morning sessions.

    • Flexibility: Can be done with kettlebells, dumbbells, or body weight.

     

    Mini ball circuit for all abilities

    Overview

    • Focus: A short, practical mini ball workout session.

    • Style: Circuit format using 30 seconds of work followed by 30 seconds of rest.

    • Equipment Option: Mini ball or yoga block as a substitute.

      • Music: MOVE 30:30 LIIT 07 By Pure Energy Music

    Circuit Breakdown and Exercises

    1. Intro & Structure

      • Uses “3030” workout track from Pure Energy Music (30s work, 30s rest).

      • Encourages alternating rest with transitions or bonus exercises.

    2. Mini Ball Bridge Series

      • Basic bridge lifts.

      • Knee abduction while hips are raised.

      • Combined movement: lift-center-side-center.

    3. Side-Lying Leg Work

      • Open door movement and leg circles.

      • Emphasis on squeezing the mini ball.

      • Repeats on both sides.

    4. Core & Rotation

      • Seated C-curve with right and left rotations.

      • Elbow-driven backward motion.

      • Transition to forearms for side-to-side knee drops.

    5. Shoulder Bridge Variations

      • Pelvic tilts and roll-ups to shoulder bridge.

      • Squeeze ball during lifts for added engagement.


    Additional Notes

    • Ideal as a 15–20 minute session finisher.

    My Go To Warm Up For All Classes

    Overview

    • Presenter introduces a quick and versatile warm-up routine from Hit 51, an interval mix on the Pure Energy Music app.

    • Mentions the warm-up is used in both in-person and online classes.

    • Offers choreography notes via a weekly email newsletter.


    Warm-Up Routine Breakdown

    Section 1: Classic Aerobic Choreography

    • Reaches: 4 reaches forward.

    • Cross-body movements: 4 twists across the body.

    • Curls: 4 single curls followed by 2 double curls (right and left).

    • Grapevine: Right and left grapevines.

    • Box step: Forward and backward steps.

    Section 2: Strength & Mobility Integration

    • Lunges: Step forward lunges.

    • Upper body rotation: Right and left twists to warm up the core.

    • Arm throws: Arms reach up and back.

    • Lateral flexion: Side-to-side stretches.

    • Lateral lunges: Dynamic side lunges with reach.

    Repeat Routine:

    • Routine is looped with music changes; meant to last a full track (approx. 12–13 minutes).


     

    • Suggests using the routine for any class with Hit 51.

    Part 1: Warm-Up Routine

    • Breath and Shake Down: Gentle start with breathing and shake movements.

    • Reach Forward (x4)

    • Reach Across the Body (x4)

    • Curls (x4), then Double Curls (Right and Left)

    • Grapevine (Right & Left)

    • Optional Add-On:

      • Box Step Forward and Back

    This sequence is repeated several times to complete the first block of the warm-up.

    Part 2: Strength & Conditioning Elements

    • Lunges Forward (Right & Left)

    • Add Upper Body Rotations during lunges.

    • Extend to Throw Arms Back and Hold at the Top.

    • Include Lateral Flexion Stretches and Lateral Lunges with Reach.

    • Final Squats to finish the sequence.


     

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