Restorative Strength with Julia
Restorative Strength is all about (re)gaining movement options while improving strength. Expect positional breath work and a focus on unconventional approaches to typical movement patterns like hinges, squats, pushing and pulling. Over the weeks we will slowly build a training routine that leaves you feeling stronger and relaxed.
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Restorative Strength - Week 1
In week 1 we will get familiar with how to set things up in your space and how to position your body in different exercises. We're going to breathe at the beginning of class, prep our nervous system with co-contractions and pogos and then figure out how we can use different strategies to help us ...
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Restorative Strength - Week 2
In week 2 we will assess your hip extension, shoulder flexion and shoulder internal rotation. Based on your findings I will make sure you know how to individualize exercises to fit your body. After this class you know your body better and can make decisions based on what is most helpful for you. ...
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Restorative Strength - Week 3
In week 3 we will combine the foundational moves we learned in week 1 with our assessment findings of week 2. We will review all positions and make sure we find good options for our first circuit. Expect to get warmed up gently for continuous time under tension.
You'll need:
- a foam roller,
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Restorative Strength - Week 4
Get ready for a dynamic and well-rounded class that combines strength training and accessory exercises. In Week 4, we will dive deep into perfecting our technique and incorporating accessory movements into our routine. This week, you can anticipate a more deliberate pace, allowing us to focus on ...
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Restorative Strength - Week 5
Get ready for Week 5 focused on continuous time under tension in steady-state intervals. We will revisit the concept of maintaining a good rib-pelvis connection throughout the exercises. In this circuit-style workout, we'll seamlessly transition through all activities without any rest periods, ai...
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Restorative Strength - Week 6
Join us for an exciting Week 6 as we introduce a fresh twist to our workout routine. While our lower body exercises remain unchanged, we're shaking things up in the upper body department with a focus on overhead pressing and overhead pulling movements. Our primary objective is to prepare you thor...
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Restorative Strength - Week 7
Join me for Week 7 as we dive into a full-body workout, placing our primary emphasis on hingeing and pushing movements as our main lifts. We'll focus on perfecting our technique and building strength in exercises such as single leg deadlifts and restorative bench presses. In our accessory work, w...
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Restorative Strength - Week 8
In our final week we dive into another full-body workout, placing the primary emphasis on squatting and pulling. You'll be able to challenge the squat with load or tempo work and get the ribcage moving with our restorative pulling exercises. In our accessory work, we'll shift our attention to pus...