Fitness & Wellness for Girls: Learn the Science and Get Moving (Yoga, Strength)!

Each week we will have a different wellness or fitness topic to discuss during the first 10 minutes of class (I want my learners to know the WHY and the SCIENCE behind wellness and fitness!).  We will follow that up with various exercises including stretching/yoga poses, mobility, and strength training with light weights (or even water bottles). I will also have learners track their steps daily and report back!

Examples of topics discussed will include the science and importance of: 
*exercise recovery (muscles are build while eating and sleeping!)
*sleep
*stress management (yoga, socializing, personal spiritual practices, nature, and more)
*nutrition (micronutrients, macronutrients, and whole foods)
*body systems impacted by exercise (cardiovascular, respiratory/VO2, skeletal/muscular, endocrine system)
*lymphatic drainage practices (rebounding, walking, yoga, hydration, and more)
*walking 
*other wellness practices (breathwork, cold plunge, sauna, and more) 

Topics may include links to published studies and teaching slides. Exercises will be demonstrated in my home gym. I'll spend part of the time performing the exercises with learners and part of the time monitoring those who have their cameras on to provide encouragement and feedback if necessary. 

Week of March 31: 
Topic: Science of Sleep
Exercise: Yoga and Mobility Exercises

Week of April 7: 
Topic: Excelling in Exercise Recovery
Exercise: Stretch and Strength - upper body

Week of April 14: 
Topic: Nature Nurtures
Exercise: Stretch and Strength - lower body

Week of April 21: 
Topic: Necessary Nutrients
Exercise: Calisthenics (body weight exercise)