Simplicity
Simplicity goes beyond the material — we can practice simplicity in our words, how we treat others, and how we care for our families. Simplicity is an attitude of the heart. This series has workouts that will work your entire body while the meditations help us to learn from the best role models - Jesus, Mary, St. Francis, and St. Clare - on living out simplicity in our everyday lives.
Welcome to this well-balanced class that hits the upper body, lower body, core, and everything in between. The prayers and meditations will have you contemplating Simplicity and St. Francis.
Excerpt from In Conversation with God, Francis Fernandez (Scepter Press), and Holy Family School of Faith Daily Rosary
The Nobertine Fathers of St. Michael's Abbey (www.stmichaelsabbey.com)
A strong core is crucial before building and toning the muscles in the rest of the body. The exercises Jhoe uses will build the core while improving posture, all without incorporating planks (for those with wrist or shoulder issues). You have the option to use your own body weight, a weight, or any household object. The meditation will have you thinking about Simplicity: characteristic of Spiritual Childhood.
Excerpt from In Conversation with God, Francis Fernandez (Scepter Press)
The Nobertine Fathers of St. Michael's Abbey (www.stmichaelsabbey.com)
After the warm-up, Robin gets right to work on the upper body. Some of the poses use optional weights, but some use your own body weight to build strength and endurance. The meditation will have you contemplating the Simplicity of Mary.
Excerpt from In Conversation with God, Francis Fernandez (Scepter Press)
The Nobertine Fathers of St. Michael's Abbey (www.stmichaelsabbey.com)
Stretching and core strengthening exercises are the two best ways to keep your back healthy and feeling good. The exercises in this class are meant to strengthen and improve flexibility and mobility in the muscles that support your lower back. The Scripture and prayers will have you contemplating Simplicity: and St. Clare.
Excerpt from Holy Family School of Faith Daily Rosary
The Nobertine Fathers of St. Michael's Abbey (www.stmichaelsabbey.com)
This class was designed to release tension in the body. As you move slowly through the postures, the parasympathetic nervous system will activate, which helps the body rest, heal, and restore balance. You will leave the class feeling calm and refreshed. The meditation will have you contemplating the Simplicity of Jesus.
Excerpt from In Conversation with God, Francis Fernandez (Scepter Press)
The Nobertine Fathers of St. Michael's Abbey (www.stmichaelsabbey.com)
This 34-minute class is designed to tone your legs, glutes, and abs, help you get fitter, and help you in everyday movement and sports. It also helps maintain good balance and stability. No weights are necessary! The meditation will have you thinking about Simplicity and Prudence.
Excerpt from In Conversation with God, Francis Fernandez (Scepter Press)
The Nobertine Fathers of St. Michael's Abbey (www.stmichaelsabbey.com)
In the Simplicity: Planks video, Jhoe takes you through different planks to work your entire body. In this instructional video, she deconstructs the planks, helping you to have better form and to learn what muscles to engage. She also teaches you how to incorporate pelvic floor work and how to modify. Watch this video before doing Simplicity: Planks or any time you would like to learn more about or perfect your planks. Also, look for Simplicty: Planks 2 and 3 Point Stability INSTRUCTIONAL for a further tutorial for the planks video.
In the Simplicity: Planks video, Jhoe takes you through different planks to work your entire body. In this instructional video, she deconstructs the 2 and 3-point stability moves, helping you to have better form and to learn what muscles to engage. Watch this video before doing Simplicity: Planks or any time you would like to learn more about or perfect your planks. Also, look for Simplicty: Planks INSTRUCTIONAL for a further tutorial for the planks video.
A plank is a full-body workout that strengthens and tones your core, glutes, arms, and legs and helps to build a solid foundation for any full-body workout. And the best part is that it requires no extra equipment, relying totally on your own body weight. The meditation will have you thinking about the Simplicity of Jesus. Planks can be challenging and require that you use good form. Be sure to watch Simplicity: Planks INSTRUCTIONAL and Simplicity: Planks 2 and 3 Point Stability INSTRUCTIONAL before attempting the workout.
Excerpt from In Conversation with God, Francis Fernandez (Scepter Press)
The Nobertine Fathers of St. Michael's Abbey (www.stmichaelsabbey.com)
If you struggle with tight hips and want to increase hip mobility and stability, this class is for you. Lori incorporates exercises that specifically work on all areas of the hips, including the glutes. You will be amazed at the results! The meditation will have you thinking about Simplicity: and Others.
Excerpt from In Conversation with God, Francis Fernandez (Scepter Press)
The Nobertine Fathers of St. Michael's Abbey (www.stmichaelsabbey.com)