Circuit training is a form of total body toning and conditioning that consists of a series of sequential short bursts of resistance training exercises where each set of repetitions targets a difference muscle group in the body. A “circuit” refers to the set of exercises included in the training session. Typically, the switch between exercises (or “stations”) happens quickly to enhance the cardiovascular benefits of the rotation. By quickly switching from working one group of muscles to another, the body does not require a rest in metabolic rate between exercises; this continuity helps to accelerate and maintain increased heart rate, oxygen consumption and caloric burning. Resistance training exercises are often combined with aerobics to further increase these benefits. Many of my clients at Morphe notice that circuit training accelerates their metabolism, gets them to perspire more profusely, and promotes rapid weight loss and body sculpting. Why We Love Circuits 1) Circuit training targets different muscle groups individually, providing a focused conditioning and toning workout that sculpts and defines the entire body. 2) Circuit training increases heart rate, oxygen consumption and combines the benefits of resistance training with the increased caloric burning power of aerobics! 3) Circuits can consist of any variety of exercises, and may be adapted to any environment, such as an outdoor obstacle course where you do reps at each station. 4) Circuit training is lively, challenging and FUN! It gets your adrenalin and endorphins flowing and helps your body detox through increased perspiration. 5) Circuit training accelerates weight loss and body sculpting by increasing metabolic rate and stimulating caloric burning. 6) And most importantly: Results! Circuit training delivers fast and dramatic results that mean you’ll look better this evening than you did when you got up this morning!
Your sense of balance functions through a dynamic process in which your brain and body assimilate and respond to physical information using your eyes, muscles and nervous system as a means of relating physically to the world. Proper posture is an integral part of human balance. The way in which you hold up your body actually makes a huge difference in your ability to maintain proper balance. By improving your posture and thus your sense of balance, you improve your physical stability and increase your overall mobility, as well as preventing many injuries and pain in the back, neck and joints. Overall, proper posture and a healthy sense of balance can mean the difference between feeling the years creeping up on you and maintaining your youthful energy and vigor. Your sense of balance begins to deteriorate at around age 40. Poor posture and lack of balance is often associated with an increase in falls and injuries, such as wrist and hip fractures, even in younger adults. To prevent this deterioration, it is important to practice proper posture and perform simple balancing exercises every day. How can you improve your posture?
Well, it's been quite an adventure but for your birthday I'm happy to present you with your new website. All the best! —Dimitry
We have much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. We are celebrating our 4th year with the introduction of our spa treatments—and by giving you a sneak peak at our new website (still under construction!). Thank you for your support and let's make 2011 a great year for all of us. —Roberto