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Les Mills Virtual
Video-based classes provide an amazing workout.
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ive-year Kroc member Lance Whitaker has always found time to workout and fit fitness into his daily routine. Unfortunately, his busy schedule made participating in The Kroc Center’s live group fitness classes close to impossible. That is until The Kroc began offering Les Mills Virtual/OnDemand classes. The Kroc Center is honored to be the only fitness facility in the area to offer Les Mills Virtual/OnDemand classes.
“I think I’ve been taking Les Mills Virtual classes for almost a year now,” stated Whitaker. “I heard about virtual from a Welcome Desk attendant and another member. Kroc Fitness and Wellness Specialist Melissa Harris brought it up to me because I was telling her about how much I love the cycling class, but I was frustrated that I couldn’t get in here right at 5:30pm to do it and I didn’t want to get up in the morning to take the early class.” Melissa asked Lance why he hadn’t tried Les Mills Virtual/OnDemand.
“Since trying it, I have never looked back,” stated Whitaker. “At first, I did RPM, and then I decided that I wanted to try more. So I experimented with the other classes and that’s when I discovered GRIT. I hadn’t done GRIT before and let me tell you; you want to forget it once you do it.
While Lance is by himself during many of the virtual classes, he doesn’t mind. He admits that having people around can be nice because it pushes him, but even that isn’t necessary because the virtual instructors do a great job of motivating him.
Les Mills Virtual allows Lance to try workouts that he otherwise would have a difficult time doing in the other areas of the facility. “I have always wanted to do a HIIT workout, but it’s difficult to do one in the fitness area because you have to worry about being in the way of someone else’s workout,” stated Lance. “When you take a HIIT-style virtual class, you don’t have to be creative. They tell you what you need and what to do, and you’re ready to roll.”
Lance has never had a problem with staying consistent with his gym attendance, but Les Mills Virtual/OnDemand has allowed him to experience a larger variety of workout variations than he has experienced in the past. There is always something new to try with Les Mills Virtual. Whether he wants to change the duration of his workout, intensity, or fitness goals, virtual allows Lance to keep his workouts fresh.
Lance’s favorite Les Mills Virtual/OnDemand classes are GRIT Strength and RPM, two classes that until Les Mills Virtual, were not available at The Kroc Center or anywhere in the area. Additional classes only available through Les Mills Virtual/OnDemand include GRIT Athletic, GRIT Cardio, Sh’Bam, and Barre. The flexibility these classes offer include the variety of types of classes and how long of a class the participant wants to workout. Most classes offer 30, 45, and 60-minute workouts. “There are so many different classes (types and length) that I just keep cycling through them, and it never gets old,” stated Whitaker.
Virtual classes allow participants the flexibility to workout at a time that best fits their schedule. I f you are interested in trying a Les Mills Virtual/ OnDemand class but are unsure of what to expect, take a few words of encouragement from Lance. “Don’t be nervous! Don’t worry about looking silly or feeling silly. Try something new because you will learn and get better. It’s a stress-free workout.
OnDEMAND vs VIRTUAL
Les Mills OnDemand
The OnDemand option is available when live and Les Mills Virtual classes are not scheduled. Members and day pass users simply register at the Welcome Desk letting the attendant know they would like to do an OnDemand class.
Les Mills Virtual
Pre-scheduled classes will automatically begin playing at the time when scheduled. Simply register at the Welcome Desk prior to the start of the class.
