Group classes are undoubtedly the most fun way to exercise in the gym. Factors such as group training, breaking the monotony and having someone to guide us make the vast majority of people who enroll in the gym look for this kind of workout. However, it is necessary to pay special attention to the objectives of each one to know which classes are most suitable to do. Mind and Body, Cardio Workout and Muscular Strength…? Which match better with you?
First of all, it is important to realize the various types of classes that exist.
Mind and Body
Within this category, we have Pilates, Yoga, Body Balance, and Ballet Flow. These modalities combine movements of flexibility, posture, and balance. They are also very useful for developing body awareness and reducing stress.
Cardio workout
these types of classes are organized in a workout that accelerates the metabolism, increasing the caloric expenditure during the day.
Muscular Strengthening
Muscular strengthening can, and should, complement cardio classes. Also promoting proper metabolism.
Another advantage is the reduction of the risk of injury, although some care must be taken. The focus is not on increasing muscle mass but on strengthening the existing muscle. The loss of fat mass is also a consequence. For this type of training, the classes that we should look for are those of Body Pump, Total Conditioning and MIB.
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The importance of a professional accompaniment
Although classes are a great complement to training. Ideally, you should consult a fitness technician who prescribes a plan in the gym and advises you on the best classes to attend.
In this way, it is possible to take into account individual objectives, skills and constraints. Weight loss is usually the main goal by which people look for the gym. However, factors such as experience in physical exercise, age, weight and some kind of existing pathology influence the training counseling.
For greater effectiveness, the idea is to offer varied stimuli to the body to be able to develop different competencies. It is also necessary to do some periodization in the training of the gym together with the classes. When we always do the same type of exercise several months in a row the body tends to create adaptation, running the risk of failing to evolve and stagnating in results.
