Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers™ ball is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography.

A Typical Class

Class starts with warm-up exercises and stretches. Next is a series of movements all performed while standing. A chair is offered for support, stretching and relaxing exercises. Cool-down exercises end the class.

Outcomes/Benefits

• Improves overall cardiovascular health
• Increases muscular endurance
• Increases upper body strength
• Increases metabolism
• Increases range of motion
• Increases your fun quotient

Tips + Preparation

New to class? Arrive a little early so our instructor can give you some pointers.

• Warm up before stretching by walking or doing gentle movements
• Drink plenty of fluids
• Our classes are cell-phone and PDA-free environments. Please turn them off during class.

Equipment Needed

The Y provides all equipment for this class

Attire and What to Bring

• Come to class dressed and ready to move your body
• Loose-fitting, comfortable clothing made of breathable material to allow air flow
• Athletic shoes that provide adequate support and good traction to avoid slipping
• Water bottle