With summer just around the corner, chances are you’re looking for new ways
to jump-start or simply spice up your exercise routine. Here’s a list of unique
workout classes that will work wonders on your body—whether you’re an expectant
mom, a new mom or a longtime veteran of mommyhood.
Dasha Wellness
This whole body health center’s popular Mat Pilates Class is a great choice
for moms of all ages and fitness levels. The class is designed to re-strengthen
the core, focusing on proper breathing and correct spinal and pelvic alignment with
a concentration on smooth, flowing movement to ensure lean and lengthened
muscles. Dasha offers Mat Pilates as well as Reformer Pilates, which
incorporates resistance training and is perfect for practicing with a friend.
Exhale Mind and Body Spa
Exhale’s Core Fusion Boot Camp delivers a solid, full-body workout,
combining the slimming effects of cardio with the toning power of strength
training. Using core balls, weights and a mat-based abdominal series, the
result is a highly-challenging cardio program. Participants will experience
body-shaping results like lean abs, sculpted legs and a tighter derriere, as
well as an incredible boost in stamina.
Fitnotic
Fitnotic’s most popular classes for moms are the Baby Belly Boot Camp and
the Hoopnotica Hoopdance. Founder Sheryl Wilson, describes the Baby Belly Boot Camp as a “challenging,
effective and fun” total-body workout for moms. The class combines cardio
drills and resistance exercises with a focus on core strengthening and
stabilization. The Hoopnotica Hoopdance is perfect for those looking for a
fat-burning workout that will keep them having fun while toning their muscles.
Karma Kids Yoga
The Mom & Baby Yoga class integrates yoga and play to get participants
into shape while strengthening the bond between moms and their infants. This
program is ideal for babies from six weeks old to those just starting to walk,
according to Shari Vilchez-Blatt, founder and director of Karma Kids Yoga.
Experience flowing asanas, challenging postures and calming restorative time in
a playful and safe environment. Baby Yoga exercises help to strengthen growing
muscles, aid in digestion and promote better sleeping patterns. Dads are
welcome, too!
Amplitude Vibration Studio
This Upper East Side hotspot is ideal for moms
on-the-go. Amplitude’s window-lined studio offers a 20-minute workout on
vibrating plates (trust us on this one) known to boost bone density. The
vibrations—which you encounter through exercises like squats and hamstring
stretches—also tone your muscles without damage to your joints. For the
adrenaline junkies out there, you can also sign-up to use their anti-gravity
treadmill, which allows you to run at a percentage of your body weight.
Soulcycle
For moms seeking more of a challenge than pre- or
postnatal yoga, SoulCycle just might be the ideal workout, says Gabrielle Etrog
Cohen, director of public relations. This lowimpact, high-energy bike ride
takes the pressure off the knees and, for expectant moms, reduces any bouncing
that might affect the baby. Riders can engage in arm and back exercises as well
as intense core strengthening.
Photo courtesy of Fitnotic.
