We are always bending forward or twisting in everyday life, but rarely do we side bend unless we are in a Pietra Fitness class! Side bends lengthen the trunk muscles, as well as hips, and thigh muscles, while keeping the spine supple. Side bends are also known to help you breathe more deeply. For all these reasons, you are going to want to do this class! Jill uses a block, but feel free to use a book, bolster, pillow, or nothing at all. The prayers and meditation will have you contemplating gratitude.

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Kick your practice up a notch with this advanced lunges class. Lunges are a functional, powerful exercise that helps you to tone and strengthen almost every muscle in the lower body including the core, quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. You will also stretch the hip flexors. There are so many benefits to lunges, we just had to include them in this series. The meditation will have you thinking about the importance of sleep.

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The busyness of life is a distraction from what really matters. Slower moving gentle Pietra Fitness classes can help us to focus on the profound reality of God’s love for us and His presence in our daily lives. Join Jessica in this restorative class that moves at a pace that leaves room for grace! The Scripture and meditation will have you contemplating the feminine gift of hospitality.

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Lunges are a functional, powerful exercise that helps you to tone and strengthen almost every muscle in the lower body including the core, quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. You will also stretch the hip flexors. There are so many benefits to lunges, we just had to include them in this series. Once you feel confident with the intermediate class, challenge yourself in the advanced lunges class. The meditation will have you thinking about the feminine gift of sensitivity.

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Having strong and healthy hamstrings are important for us to carry out the everyday tasks of walking, running, jumping and bending the knee. This class will not only strengthen the hamstrings, but will lengthen them for the perfect recipe for happy hamstrings. The meditation will have you thinking about the call of every woman.

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An advanced class that works the whole body but focuses on the lower body. With flows that cultivate balance, stability, flexibility, and strength. The meditation and Scripture will have you contemplating being the woman God created you to be.

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A gentle class for women with modifications for prenatal mamas – suitable for all stages of pregnancy.  If you are pregnant, please check with your doctor before doing this class, and only do what feels right for you. Have one or two pillows handy, and a chair or wall for balance. The meditations and Scripture will have you contemplating Motherhood: the Feminine Gift of Receptivity - physically as well as spiritually.

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This 20-minute hip mobility and strength class can impact how you move throughout your day. Jill uses a block, but feel free to use a book or nothing at all.  If you suffer from tight, weak hips, join us for Hip Fit and get back to doing the things you love. The prayers and meditation will have you focusing on how daily meditation helps us to say “yes” to God.

This 30-minute class uses a wide variety of exercises to strengthen and stabilize the core muscles, including the abdominals, lower back, hips, and, most specifically, the obliques. The meditation focuses on Silence.

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Are you looking for a fitness class that targets all major muscle groups for a total body workout? Look no further, you have it here and don’t even need weights! You’ll love the guitar music and the straightforward pace. The prayers and meditations will have you focusing on returning to the Father.

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Everyone wants to have toned, shapely shoulders and upper back for summer, right? Look no further! Jill doesn’t use weights for this gentle class, but you can make it an intermediate one with the addition of light weights. She suggests 1 lb to start and no more than 3-5 lbs because of the work on the small muscles around the shoulders. The meditation focuses on beginning again when you fall.

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Lower-body exercises build strength in the lower back, hips, glutes, and legs and build foundational strength for everyday movements. Join Jill for this fun lower body strength class with Irish music, and prayers and meditations on St. Patrick!

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There is a saying, “it is not how hard you train, but how well you recover.” Recovery days don’t have to be spent vegging in front of the TV but can be used to promote restoration and repair. Join this restorative class that encourages muscle repair and relaxation. You will have given your body time to replenish, and Jhoe will help you find muscles you didn’t know you had! She uses blocks and a strap but you can use books and a towel, or nothing at all. The calming music will help you to focus on St. Joseph and your intentions for the last day of the novena.

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Are you looking for a class that increases flexibility, strengthens your muscles, and builds muscular endurance? Look no further! This workout focuses on building strength in your upper body while also providing calming movement. Modify the class to work for you. As you build strength and endurance, you can increase the time you hold each posture or increase the reps for the sequences. Need an extra challenge? Consider repeating all or part of the class. The Scripture and Prayers will have you contemplating the Beatitude; Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness.

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Join this fun cardio kickboxing class that engages multiple muscle groups that is sure to leave you feeling stronger than ever. It is a 40-second work and 20-second break with front kicks, side kicks, alternating knee crunches, alternating oblique crunches, and more. Spiritually, we will focus on St. Joseph, Zealous Defender of Christ.

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This lower body and core strength advanced workout includes various exercises that target the legs, hips, glutes, abs, and back. The slower intentional movements, longer holds on the poses, and core moves will challenge balance, stability, stamina, and strength. You will use your own body weight as resistance to build long, lean muscles! You will leave the class feeling challenged and motivated. The prayers and meditation focus on the Beatitude, Blessed are the Poor in Spirit.

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It is always good to have a few restore days built into your workout schedule. These are the days you can work on your stability, coordination, flexibility, relaxation, and restoration. It can reduce soreness by breaking up the lactic acid, work on muscle imbalances, and help speed recovery. Day 3 of the St. Joseph Novena is a great class to actively recover while focusing on St. Joseph, Foster Father of the Son of God.

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Limited on time? In this express class, you will perform a wide variety of exercises to tone and strengthen the muscles in the upper body, including the core muscles.

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Exercise is one of the best things you can do for your long-term spine health and maintain healthy, pain-free mobility. Keeping your spine in good condition will allow you to move in comfort now and as you age. In this 30-minute class, Jill will move your spine in all planes of movement, focusing on the core, spinal extension, flexion, and rotation. The meditation will have you contemplating "Reliance on God". Jill dedicated this class to her mother, Marsha Kuhlman, who passed away two days before taping. May her soul rest in peace.

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A proper post-workout can help to relieve stress, prevent muscle soreness, and prevent injury. It may also help prevent lactic acid buildup so that you are not as sore. This class is designed to mobilize the body and bring about neurological recovery post-workouts. Jhoe uses a dowel that you can purchase at a hardware store, but you can also use a broom or nothing at all.

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Are you looking for a cardio class that is different, fun, and will engage your mind? Forget your traditional workouts, put on your gloves and get ready for a full body workout like no other! Fitness boxing is a fantastic cardio workout that improves strength, oxygen levels, and cognitive skills. It requires you to put your entire body into it, pushing off from your feet, rotating your torso, coordinating body and hands, as well as your brain – all at once. Marked as advanced, but suitable for intermediate by stopping for more breaks and listening to your body. Don’t worry if you don’t have gloves, just use your hands and  join us for this high-energy, sweat-inducing boxing workout!

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This 11-min core class is designed to strengthen the muscles of the lower abdominals, upper abdominals, obliques, and back with non-stop core boosting moves and a plank challenge at the end. Use this as a stand-alone workout or as a great addition to other workouts.

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Are you feeling stress or anxious and looking for a way to relax? Or do you just want to unwind? Deep breathing is one of the best ways to lower stress in the body. It is a gift from God, and it is free! Join Jill for an 11-minute video that will have you at ease and calm in no time! No need for music here, the sound of the waves are great for activating your parasympathetic nervous system helping you to breathe easy.

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Let’s sweat it out in this Cardio Kickboxing Burner!! Build stamina, improve coordination and flexibility, and burn a ton of calories as you build lean muscle with this fun and challenging workout. You will leave this class feeling ready to take on whatever the day brings you!!

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Are you ready to sweat and feel the burn with this Total Body bodyweight strength class? Incorporating strength and cardio gets your heart rate up for a total calorie burner.  You will be doing Curls, Fire Hydrants, Sprints, Chest Presses, Deadlifts, Rows, Lunges and Planks!

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Nothing is more gratifying than a strength leg burn! Lori will lead you through a series of squat variations and lunges in this quick 12-minute lower body workout that will sure having you feeling the burn. Be prepared for the bonus heel lifts!

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It's all about the shoulders! Even though Jill works out the whole arm in this class, she focuses on shoulders, which is an important part of any arm strength regimen.  This class will help to increase the range of motion and improve the stability and function of the shoulder joint. Have fun with trap music and leave feeling like you can move better! The meditation will have you contemplating God’s Mission for us.

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This complete body workout challenges both your muscular strength and muscular endurance. Every muscle group is targeted, leaving you feeling worked from head to toe! Jhoe uses light, medium, and heavier hand weights, but use what works best for you. It is an intense workout for the advanced participant, but finishes up with a full body stretch which will have you feeling great at the end!

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Are you looking for an amazing leg workout for building strength and power in your lower body? You are in the right place! Rachel will have you doing squats with pulses, wide squats with pulses, kettle bell swings, single leg deadlifts, reverse lunge plus kicks, and more. Get ready to work and sweat!

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Are you ready to focus on strengthening and toning your trunk? You can use this workout by itself, or you can use it in addition to our other routines for additional core work. Rachel begins with plank which provides an effective warm-up plus it works all the major core muscles as well. She then moves into reverse plank, side crunches, slow mountain climbers, forearm planks, and more! What are you waiting for?

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Even the simplest every day movements require leg strength. Incorporating this quick 10-minute leg workout will help you to achieve that! Rachel will work all the major muscle groups of the legs with squats, fire hydrants, leg pulses, inner thigh leg lifts, and more.

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If you want to build strength, working your core is essential! Join Rachel for this 10-minute core workout that works not only your abs, but all of the muscles in the trunk. Exercises include Hands and Knees with Leg Lifts, Side Balance lift, Kneeling Balance, and more. Ready to get started?

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Your spine is  built for mobility and movement, but long hours of sitting or maybe working out without stretching can cause our muscles and connective tissue to get tight. The risk for injury and pain increases the tighter we become. Spinal Agility to the rescue! Jhoe will move you through exercises that will help your spine stay agile from the neck and upper shoulders to the low back. Doing this class often will help you to stay flexible and move comfortably. The meditation focuses on Our Lord as our secure dwelling place.

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For athletes, upper body strength and flexibility can be crucial, especially for certain sports like rowing, baseball, tennis, volleyball, and pole vaulting. When an athlete is weak in these areas, they can be susceptible to numerous kinds of injuries. Also, the low back muscles often compensate for the arms and shoulders which can result in injury or strain. This workout focuses on building strength in the upper body as well as stretching necessary muscles needed to support upper body movement. The Meditation will have you contemplating God’s gift of rest through sports.

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This class is great for those wishing to improve their performance in running sports. Many runners focus solely on hitting the pavement but lack the skills necessary to enhance their running outcomes. Lori focuses on running form, mechanics, and knee drive especially using the core. She also focuses on building all those slow- and fast-twitch muscles in your body that will effectively change your running for the better. Be prepared to improve your stamina, speed, strength, and skill! The meditation will have you contemplating the primacy of love.

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Good footwork is necessary, to a certain degree, in all sports but it is so important in certain sports that increased speed and agility can make or break the game. When you are prepared to move on your feet quickly and precisely, you will start to see that you are in better control of your body throughout your movements. This skill can take your game to the next level. It can also help to reduce the risk of injury as you learn to maintain proper form during quick changes in direction and initiating movements. The meditation will have you focusing on God’s constant gaze of love.

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Every sport requires rotational movements, but this movement is necessary in higher demands in certain sports such as tennis, golf, figure skating, dance, baseball, and gymnastics. The athlete in these sports uses twisting within the torso to perform the movements needed to play. Lori prepares the rotational athlete by working on strength and mobility in the core and hips as well as the entire body. You will leave the class ready and able to practice your skills in a more improved way. The meditation will have you thinking about God’s plans for you.

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The best remedy to staying injury free is to have a consistent program of stretching after your sport or practice. Stretching after your game or workout can help increase your flexibility and range of motion, reduce the risk of injury, decrease muscle tension and stress in your body, and promote increased circulation. It can even help improve your performance the next time you play. The extra time you spend stretching are well worth it; your body will thank you!

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The exercises in this class are used to align, strengthen, and promote flexility in the body. The body’s range of motion is worked by working the spine in all planes of movement as well as hip ROM, balance work, and more. You will leave the class felling more at peace and refreshed. The meditation focuses on The Kingdom of God.

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Athletes place a high amount of stress on their bodies to compete in sports so they should prepare and be ready! Warming up is a crucial part of preparation. This 17-minute general warmup can be used before any sport or activity. Lori takes you through dynamic exercises that increases the temperature of the muscles, increases the heart rate, and sends blood flow to the working muscles. The movements will also enhance the neuromuscular relationship between the muscles in the body and the nerves, which will help athletes to be in better control of their movements and functions.

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This energetic class is packed full of fast moving, strong poses to work on your strength and endurance. Enjoy the fun, faster-paced tunes as you work on variations of Lunges, planks, push ups, core work, and more. You will sweat, but leave the class feeling invigorated and ready for whatever happens next. It will be nice towards the end of class to meditate on Sleep and Trust and how God pours out His graces needed for each day as we sleep.

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Have you always wanted to conquer a backbend? If your answer is yes, then this is the class for you. If your answer is no, you may want to rethink. Backbends have many benefits that will improve your physical as well as your emotional wellbeing. Backbends cause a deep stretching across the front side of the body and a strengthening of the muscles on the back side. They are also a great remedy for those who sit for long periods of time or slouched over a desk. Annie will take you through a warmup that will prepare your body for a full backbend. Feel free to only do what you are able and continue to practice this class until you crush the backbend! The meditation will have you focusing on the importance of being grateful at all times.

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It’s not easy to find rest in this busy time of year, but it is so needed. Take some time to unwind and rest in the Lord in this 35 minute Gentle class.  Jill will take you through a series of exercises that are meant to stretch and release tension in those hard to reach places. The meditation will have you focusing on God’s Love. What a perfect combination!

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If you have never taken a foam rolling class, now is the time to give it a go! You will be glad you did! Foam rolling is a form of self-myofascial release; a form of self-message that releases muscular tension, loosens up the connective tissue, and may help reduce pain. Join Jill as she rolls away the tension in the lower body. The meditation and scripture will have you thinking about Simplicity in the Advent Season.

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There are many benefits to foam rolling including relieving muscle pain (even though it can be intense while rolling!) and easing tension. It may even help with inflammation. While most of us need it on a regular basis, the hustle and bustle of the season makes this a great class for this time of year. Once you roll and stretch the upper back, hips, and glutes, the prayers and meditation will have you contemplating silence during the Advent Season.

This 12-minute class uses light and medium weights for your arms and shoulders (suggested: 5 - 10 lbs). You can start with no weights and work up, or even incorporate heavier weights if you have been doing resistance training for a while. Betsy stretches with you at the end, but try adding a Pietra Fitness class in to recover well. Once you feel comfortable with this class, try adding heavier weights.

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This 11-minute class uses light and medium weights for your arms and shoulders (suggested: 5 - 8 lbs). You can start with no weights and work up, or even incorporate heavier weights if you have been doing resistance training for a while. Betsy stretches with you at the end, but try adding a Pietra Fitness class in to recover well. Once you feel comfortable with this class, try the advanced class.

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This 10-minute class uses light weights for your arms and shoulders (suggestions: 0 - 5 lbs). You can start with no weights and work up, or even incorporate heavier weights if you have been doing resistance training for a while. Betsy stretches with you at the end, but try adding a Pietra Fitness class in to recover well. Once you feel comfortable with this class, try the intermediate class.

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In this 5 minute video, Jhoe will take you through the 8 layers used in Cardio Kickboxing #1. Learn the layers before trying it in the fast-paced workout. Looking for a low impact option? As a BONUS, Jhoe takes you through a low impact option you can learn before doing the class.

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(Please check out the Cardio Kickboxing #1 INSTRUCTIONAL video before doing this class.) Punch up your fitness with Cardio Kickboxing #1! Join Jhoe for this explosive class for an intense cardio workout. She will take you through a series of 8 fast-paced combos 8 times (Plus 1 bonus round) with 30 seconds in between. She does a low impact for the first round then ramps it up for the other 8. Do as many rounds or as few rounds as you need. Bring a water and a towel!!

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It is crucial to stretch after a workout to prevent muscle soreness and injury and should be an essential part of your well-balanced workout routine. So, whether you have just finished your workout or you are feeling particularly tight, take off your shoes, roll out your mat, and get ready to feel amazing. You may want to have an optional block and blanket/pillow ready. The meditation will have you thinking about how we can change the world by being bearers of gratitude.

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This class will move your whole body through a series of exercises that will have you standing, sitting, lying on your stomach, and lying on your back, all while moving gently, intentionally, and calmly. This allows you to work out while still being able to focus on the meditation on love. You will leave feeling relaxed and totally loved by God!

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Develop and tighten the entire lower body and core with this 40 minute Lower Body Blast. While it is a balanced class and will hit all major muscle groups, this workout focuses on the core, glutes, hips, and legs. The meditation is on self-reliance and how we should be relying on God.

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Strengthen the core and restore proper posture and body mechanics. The core is the body's powerhouse and encompasses the area from the shoulders through the quadriceps in the upper legs. By strengthening the muscles of the inner and outer core (the whole core), we help the body avoid back injury and improve posture and standing strength. Plank for Posture focuses on the Plank position as an economical exercise to improve core strength and stability. The meditation will having you contemplating gratitude at all times.

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Besides a mat, you will need an open wall for this class. Annie will lead you through exercises that will prepare you to work on a handstand against the wall. You do not need to do the handstand to benefit from the class, but it is nice to work on it. The meditation will have you focusing on inviting Jesus to protect your home.

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Besides a mat, you will need an open wall for this class. After warming up, you will go through a flow and then hold up the wall in High Lunge, use the wall in Extended Leg Reach, and then work on a Handstand Prep. The Long Hold feels amazing in Inner Thigh Stretch on the Wall. The meditation will have you pondering Jesus as the Gate.

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Besides a mat, you will need an open wall for this class. Annie uses the warm up and workout to prepare you for headstands against the wall. You do not need to do the headstands to gain benefit. In fact, you may want to do this class many times before even attempting a headstand. The meditation will have you contemplating healthy boundaries in your life.

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Besides a mat, you will need an open wall for this class. In this 21-minute video, Annie uses the wall to help you open the chest and shoulders while in Lunge 1, as well as exploring good form in Angle and Open Arabesque. She throws in some flows with push-ups to make it more of an Advanced class. The class is concluded with legs up the wall, which is always relaxing yet rejuvenating. The meditation will have you focusing on peaceful stillness.

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Balance is such an essential part of functional fitness. If you are looking for a class that increases flexibility, joint stability, balance, and coordination, Better Balance is the one for you. It is quick yet packed with exercises that will work your core muscle, low back, legs, and best of all, balance. The meditation will have you focusing on Resting in the Lord.

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Chris will have you doing fun and different exercises that will work your arms, core, and entire body in this 37-minute chair class. She will be using an optional band, but you can use a towel or other prop available at home or not use anything at all. You will still get the benefit! The prayers and Scripture will have you contemplating being available to others.

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This 42-minute class is designed to help you maintain your strength and balance with exercises done in the chair and standing using the chair for support if needed. Light-weights are optional, or you can use soup cans, water bottles, or nothing at all! Chris will have you standing doing exercises that will improve your balance and core strength. You will come away from this class feeling stronger and standing taller. The prayers and Scripture will help you contemplate living in the present moment and not worrying about the future. (NOTE: This class should not be done every day as you should give your arms a break from weights for at least a day or two in between.)

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In this video, you will have fun toning, tightening, and moving your arms in all different ways, all while seated in a chair! While the class still hits all major muscle groups, you will see how Cathy weaves arm and shoulder work into most of the exercises. The meditation will have you focusing on not dwelling on the past and being sad, but instead, trust that God can draw good out of everything!

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Move through seated exercises that will increase flexibility, balance, and range of motion. Chris will also have you work on good posture, checking in with that throughout the class. The beautiful meditation will help you to realize that the present moment is rich in grace and holds immense reassurance, especially in times of trial and adversity.

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This video is done entirely in the chair, and while you will work all the major muscle groups, Cathy focuses on the legs and hips. After some restorative breathing and warming up the body, you will do knee lifts with heel kicks, Inner thigh work, a lunge series, seated jumping jacks, and much more. The Scripture and prayers have you focusing on living each day well.

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If you are new to our chair classes, Here and Now #1 is the best place to start. In this 31-minute class, Cathy will lead you through gentle exercises that will warm up and work your entire body. Most of the moves will be seated in a chair, but she does stand for a few poses that use the chair for support. You can always leave this part out if needed. The meditation will have you contemplating living in the present moment.

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Arm balances require arm and core strength as well as determination and perseverance. Jill helps to make these poses more accessible and fun by using blocks, though they are totally optional. She takes some time to fire up the core and prep the arms for these poses. This class is low impact and good for intermediate and advanced levels. You will want to keep doing Arm Balance Fun until you master the poses. Please share how you are doing with us on social media, and send pics as you work through them! The meditation focuses on living our faith.

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Plank is a full-body exercise that helps in strengthening the core and building up endurance.  Form is important during the plank exercise, and the core muscles must be triggered to keep the spine in a neutral position. Jill begins the class by activating and warming up the core to prepare you for various planks that will surely get your heart pumping. The meditation will have you contemplating the miracles of Jesus

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This class is all about taking the time to care for your joints so that you move better, as well as helping the lymphatic system flow efficiently. Did you know that lymph fluid relies on you to move so that it can do its job of removing waste from the body? What are you waiting for? Press “start” to promote better movement and feel great! The meditation will have you thinking about how the world sees you.

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Working on side bends stretches all the muscles up and down the spine, targets both internal and external obliques, tightens your abdominals, and helps you to have better posture. If this sounds like something you would like to work on, join Jill for this 25-minute class that will have you side bending while sitting, kneeling, standing, and lying on your side. The meditation will having you thinking about being a light in the darkness.

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Did you know the average American spends around 13 hours a day sitting? All that sitting makes tight hip flexors one of the most common muscle imbalances. But sitting is not the only cause, some athletes are more prone to tightness, and having a weak core can also contribute. When are muscles aren’t working like they should, it can cause all kinds of problems for the everyday person, and even more so for athletes. Have no fear, you can correct those tight hip problems by joining Jill for an easy and fun hip fix. The meditation will have you contemplating marriage as a sign of God’s love for us.

Poor posture is a common problem for many people, but can be easily corrected.Not only does bad posture not look good, but can also cause other health problems. Would you like to be one of those people who stand in perfect alignment, maintaining the spine’s natural curves? Practicing Live from Home: Posture Support can be a great aid to strengthening your core and glutes that will aid in correcting a slouching posture. The meditation will have you contemplating God as your focal point.

While Jill works all the major muscle groups in this class, she pays special attention to the back and chest. Different exercises are incorporated to strengthen the back muscles that support the spine, and opening the chest which will aid in improving posture as well as body mechanics and alignment. If you sit in front of a computer all day or do any kind of regular lifting of weights or heavy objects (children), this class is for you. The meditation will leave you realizing how your self-worth is from God.