Dance Up Close: Asian American Choreographers & Companies
This playlist features Asian American choreographers and companies. From traditional styles of dance to thoughtful modern works, these videos give a taste of Asian American companies. Choreographer and dance Fang-Yi Sheu was a principal dancer of the Martha Graham Dance Company. Also of note, Dana Tai Soon Burgess, interviewed in the second video, is the choreographer […]
Zoom Break with Micki
Take a few minutes to move with Micki Taylor-Pinney, Director of Dance. This Zoom-inspired movement sequence reminds us of the importance of taking breaks from the computer. Stand up, stretch, spiral, and curve. Follow along and enjoy! Try this sequence with music! Here are our recommendations: Minor Swing by Rachel Portman Real Deal by Goldfish Kalan […]
Warrior Pose Basics with Dave
Today, we’re going back to basics! Below is a step-by-step guide for flowing through Warrior Pose, a foundational yoga pose that helps build stability, strength, and balance. It can also improve flexibility and circulation. Whether you’re a pro or just learning, be sure to refer back to this guide next time you need a review. […]
Spring 2021: End-of-Semester Dance Classes
From Cardio Jazz Funk to Stretch and Relaxation, join us for one of our End-of-Semester classes and videos. Great for a fun break or can be used as a makeup class! Find the live Zoom links here.
Six Movements of the Spine with Rachael
Happy Monday, Terriers! Start off your week with this short stretching series, great for warming up your spine pre- or post-workout, or anytime throughout the day when you’re in need of a movement break. No equipment needed, so you can take these moves with you anywhere! This series is led by Rachael, a yoga instructor […]
Spine Movement with Dave
Take a one minute movement break with Dave, a yoga instructor at FitRec! This quick routine is helpful for loosening up your spine and relieving stiffness, especially if you’ve been doing a lot of sitting.
Backbend Series with Faith: Part 4
We’ve made it to the final week of the backbend series with Faith! This week, you’ll learn how to do the fish pose. This move opens the shoulders and heart, and strengthens the upper back muscles and the back of the neck, which helps improve spinal flexibility and posture. Congratulations, you’re now all backbend experts! […]
Backbend Series with Faith: Part 3
We’ve arrived at week three of the backbend series with Faith! In today’s video, you’ll progress onto a bridge pose, and then move into a wheel pose. This move opens up the chest, and strengthens your arms, wrists, abdomen, legs, and shoulders. Check back next week for the final installment of the series.
Wellness Day with FitRec: How to Keep Moving Greatest Hits
In celebration of Wellness Day on March 18, enjoy some of your favorite How to Keep Moving workouts and exercises from the past year! Here are some more ideas for things to help you maintain balance on Wellness Day. We hope these help keep your mind and body moving, and that you can take […]
Abductor and Adductor Exercises with Kate
We’re off on another tour of the fitness floor with Kate Durant, Assistant Director of Programs! Today, Kate demonstrates how to use the the inner and outer thigh machines, plus shows us some abductor and adductor exercises you can do from home.