Studio 610: Sweating Through The New Year

Sweating Through the New Year

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mindbodyonline.com 843.430.0701 There are a plethora of avenues you can take to obtain your 2022 health and fitness goals. Studio610 in Marion, South Carolina, opened its doors in 2017 with cycling at the forefront of their fitness. Over the years, they have added several other options to encourage your health and wellness: barre, yoga, high-intensity interval training, and strength training to name a few. They are a full circle fitness studio for both men and women of all ages.

This month Vip asked owner Jamie Craig to share some of the many benefits of cycling and how Studio610 can help get you on your fitness track. Here’s what she had to share!

How would you describe the benefits of cycling for our 2022 goals?

Weight management: “Stationary cycling is a great aerobic exercise that has an abundance of calorie-burning potential but also incorporates resistance training which works to build muscle. Muscle gain is key to continuing to burn calories well after class is over which is an added bonus for maintaining a healthy weight.”

Core workout: “Many think of cycling as a lower body workout, but it is a WHOLE body workout. The pushing and pulling of the pedals all start from your core, so once you get the form down, it's basically a whole class of crunches. It especially targets the lower abdominals and obliques which are difficult to target with traditional crunches and abdominal exercises. Proper positioning on the bike also strengthens your back which improves posture... and I think we all wish we could sit up a little straighter.”

Boosts mental health: "Group fitness by itself is a great way to let your mind go and your body take over. Physical health benefits of working out take time, but I tell clients to focus on how working out makes them feel because that is almost immediate and what keeps clients motivated and coming back for more! Working out is my anxiety and stress relief.”

Positive start to the morning: “I will never claim to be a morning person, but I always feel better after a morning workout. There are in fact studies that show that AM sweat sessions help you think clearer for the rest of the day.”

Strengthen immune system: “Thanks for bringing this up! I think we have all learned the benefit of having a strong immune system and there is evidence that working out boosts your immune system making you less susceptible to infections and diseases. Exercise reduces inflammation and increases blood flow along with an abundance of other known immune-stimulating benefits.”

Heart health: “Our cycling classes are designed to give an interval training experience. Interval training involves higher intensity intervals alternated with less intense intervals or recovery periods. Interval aerobic workouts are the best way to increase lung capacity and maintain heart health plus they blast way more calories than steady state exercise.”

Is cycling good for beginners?

“This aspect was one of my main reasons for incorporating cycling classes as a staple for my small group fitness facility. Whether you are an avid cycler or a beginner, a group cycling class can offer you just what you need to continue to move toward your fitness goals. While the instructor guides you in adjusting your resistance settings, each client's resistance setting is specific to where they are in their fitness journey. Plus, it is low impact which protects your joints all while giving you an awesome workout. It's as simple as just keep pedaling!”

What are the benefits of group fitness?

“Accountability is key. Plus, we are small group fitness which provides the accountability of group fitness, but the personalized touch of an instructor that knows your name and your fitness goals. I make a point to reach out to each client and inquire about their goals, so I can ensure they are getting what they need from us! Our atmosphere is encouraging and clients help hold each other accountable both during class and in between. I often say Studio610 is like the TV show Cheers... without the beers. We get to know all of our clients pretty quickly, and that's what makes us special. We also offer special workshops each month geared to topics that provide advice on all levels of health and wellness.”

With the facts provided, it is time to discover if Studio610 is a fit for your 2022 goals. If you are looking for an encouraging and non-judgmental setting where you can discover what works for you, try registering for a class with Studio610 (no space) at mindbodyonline.com.