Support Yourself

ok, perhaps i am being too critical of machine based workouts, i.e. the laying down as you work your legs. these are usually considered "open chain" exercises where your body is supported by the piece of equipment. this means that during the exercise only a single muscle group or joint is being worked on and you are not supporting yourself. there are a few situations where this might be recommended. but at studio 65 the emphasis is on functional fitness-exercises that will improve one's ability to handle the "activities of our daily lives" and improve overall health. these workouts focus on "closed-chain" exercises that work multiple muscle groups and/or joints while you support yourself. you are using more muscles so that your strength and endurance improves as well as burning more calories. also, when done in specific ways, you also get a cardio workout at the same time. and for most, time is the major excuse for not following an exercise program. so if you can get a better, more complete workout in less time, wouldn't that be your choice?