Ballet with Margot
Dear Margot, I can’t believe we have come to yet another end of a semester. To think of beginning my senior year in the fall is unbelievable to me, especially considering how strange this past year has been. Since freshman year, your class has been the highlight of my week, and was even more […]
Elevate Your Downward Dog with Dave
Downward dog is a great warm-up to use early in your yoga practice, but can be challenging if you have tight hamstrings, hips, or lower back. These queues can help you gain flexibility and mobility, and more comfortably ease into the pose. Thanks to our yogi friend Dave for taking us through this exercise!
Chaturanga Variations with Faith
Calling all yogis! Try out these Chaturanga options as part of your practice, or if you just need a quick movement break during the day! Follow along as Faith, a yoga and barre instructor at FitRec, guides you through. Have you tried these variations before?
Dance Up Close: Tap Icons
While we may not all be in the studio dancing together, we will share themed playlists of videos to keep you inspired and feeding your curiosity. We acknowledge that dance is a reflection of the social and cultural fabric that surrounds us as seen through the eyes and imagination of choreographers and dancers. We […]
Weighted Glute Bridges with Rachael
This easy-to-do-at-home glute exercise takes a little creativity! Grab whatever weights you might have (try cans or heavy textbooks), and try out this weighted bridge led by Rachael, a yoga instructor at FitRec.
Yoga Pose Modifications for Flexibility with Dave
Our yogi friend Dave is back with a few helpful modifications to some favorite poses if you are working on your flexibility in your practice. So grab some blocks, or perhaps a textbook or some towels, and try these at home! 1) Easy Seat: Place a block under your sit bones to make space for your […]
Neck and Shoulder Relaxation with Faith
Seeking a little rest and relaxation transitioning out of the long weekend? Try out this series of neck rolls and a seated shoulder set to help relieve stress and tension. You can try these anytime and anywhere, whether that’s at your desk or whenever you need a movement break throughout the day. These exercises are […]
Leg Lifts with Rachael
Happy Monday, Terriers! We’re so excited to open our doors for summer workouts today! If you can’t visit us in-person, FitRec yoga instructor Rachael has you covered. Follow along as she leads you through a series of leg lifts and demonstrates a few variations. You can do this anywhere at home or even outside – […]
Hip Stretches with Dave
Because who doesn’t want to try a few new stretches to kick off summer break, or before graduation weekend?! This series of stretches will open up your hips, which is especially helpful if you’ve been doing more sitting than usual lately. Follow along as FitRec yoga instructor Dave Rogers guides you through.
Dance Up Close: Hip Hop’s History – An Introduction
Curious about the origins and history of hip-hop dance? Check out this playlist for an introduction to hip hop’s history, its beginnings in the Bronx and more. Be sure to watch the videos on House, Breaking, and Pop-Locking to learn more about these styles and their origins. View our current playlist here: Hip Hop’s History: […]