So I had to take the entire weekend to recover from teaching step class on Friday. I was so sore, but it felt good because it had been awhile since I had felt soreness in some of the muscles I had used on Friday.
Today I will be teaching Pilates this afternoon so I am anticipating my abs hurting tomorrow.
Pilates is a great core workout. But most people don't realize it works more than just your abs. It works your entire core. Our back and ab muscles are intertwined to give us support and stability in our daily life. If we don't take time to take care of them we end up with bad posture and low back pain.
So remember the next time you do your core workout to incorporate a few moves like the "superman" or the "v-up" to utilize all your core muscles in one move.
All of our core muscles work together so it only makes sense to exercise them together.

One last thing, you can still sign up for the 1st Annual Freedom Run/Walk on the 4th of July for $8. ( no shirt)
Enjoy your day!

Switch it up!
Today I had to partake in a step class. And even though I have been running quite a bit, it really took my breath away.
It's amazing how we get into ruts and just turn in to hamsters in the wheel of life and don't break out and change things up.
I realized today how out of touch I have become with the great things our classes have to offer.
I did weights and since I do know step another member taught the step part. It was kind of fun to be able to switch off and offer a variety in the class, but boy I felt out of shape.
I think I will have my fellow instructors teach me a few things they do in class that I can incorporate into my own workouts, and maybe even teach in a class this fall.
It was a great eye opener to see that I needed to put some variety in my routines and switch it up a bit!
So try a class or hit a new piece of equipment for that next workout.
It will be an eye opener to see how your body responds!

Summer workouts!

Just because summer is here don't let your personal workouts fall by the way side! Yes I know it's hot, and there are better things to do! But there are lots of fun ways to keep your workouts going during the summer!
We have lots of classes going all summer long here at the Y!
Spin seems to be one of the most popular cardio workouts here at the Y! But now some of our instructors have added weights to their cycling classes. So you get a total body workout.
Terry, Kelley, and Sheila are all certified instructors here at the YMCA and they all give different and awesome workouts.
So try something new and come to spin class here at the YMCA. Your legs will look great and your heart will thank you for the great work out!
Spin is 5:30am Monday and Wednesday, Monday, Tuesday Thursday and Friday at 8:15am, and Tuesday and Thursday evening at 5:30pm.
So don't let your fitness take a back seat this summer!
And come and Make it happen at the Y!

Summer Camp and Motivation

Summer is here. Kids are getting out of school and there is no reason for them to be home alone when they could be here at the YMCA building core values such as Respect, Responsibility, Honesty and Caring.
We have lots of great activites and field trips for the kids. This will definately be a summer to remember if they come to the Y Camp.
Also deadline is coming quick for the 1st annual Freedom Run. Stop by the fitness office and ask how you can get a free entry into the run. I will give two free entries to the first two people who come and see me about this opportunity!
Don't forget with the warm weather coming(hopefully!) to drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. If you become thirsty you are probably already dehydrated.
And don't take the summer off from your fitness goals we still have many classes going on. Fun, unique classes to help you stay motivated during the summer!
Come and make it happen at the Y!

What's happening this summer at the Klamath County Family YMCA

Hello!
Just wanted to make sure no one missed out on the great opportunities coming up here at the Klamath County Family YMCA!
Summer camp is starting June 15th! It is Super Camp this year. It is going to be a day camp with a residential atmosphere. There will be planned and coordinated team games and activities that will strengthen each camper's YMCA core values: Respect, Responsibility,Caring and Honesty. There will be weekly field trips, games, crafts, guest speakers, assemblies, and a theme day each week! This is going to be a summer to remember at Y camp! Don't let your kids miss out!
We are also having summer sports camps all summer! T-ball, softball, baseball, bitty ball, basketball,soccer,and an all sports camp that will include ultimate frisbee, volleyball and track and field. These camps also provide extended care after the camp is over and lunch is included from the IYS summer foods program. These camps are good way to keep your kids busy and build their skills for the next years YMCA sports programs!
A fun family event we have coming up is the 1st Annual Freedom Run on July 4th! This is a fun run/walk that is 2 miles and it is an out and back course. Come dressed in your best 60's garb, hippie outfit, or just some good red, white and blue. The best dressed participants will win a prize. T-shirts are available with registration! So please come and join us at this fun family event. We will be done in time for everyone to see the parade and enjoy the rest of the 4th of July events.
We will also be teaching scuba diving this summer. Registration deadline is June 13th so get in soon to sign up for that amazing opportunity.

On the fitness side of things we are still having lots of wonderful classes all summer led by the amazing and certified instructors of the YMCA! All of our instructors are certified and are great at what they do. So keep coming to your favorites or try something new!
This is going to be one great summer at the Klamath County Family YMCA