Girls Just Want to Have Fun
- At April 22, 2015
- By admin
- In Cardiovascular / Flexibility / Restorative Healing Exercise / Strength
At Stonehouse Fitness we know how to have fun & we do it all in a beautiful space! Nurture your mind, body & spirit in the peaceful atmosphere of a private studio; attend to your health & wellness, & delight in the serene, natural environment.
Enjoy the physical & psychological benefits of a program customized for you by Joyce Carlisle, a personal trainer who understands & respects the needs & limits of individual bodies. Get in touch with certified fitness trainer Joyce to begin your own personal journey of health, fitness & fun!
Get on the Ball!
- At September 29, 2012
- By admin
- In Speed, Agility & Power / Strength
A stability ball is a great tool for developing core strength, balance and flexibility. Flatten abs, tighten glutes, tone & sculpt arms and legs, improve posture on the soft pliable surface of a stability ball. Learn to train on a stability ball at Stonehouse Fitness.
For use at home, purchase a stability ball of “anti-burst” quality and select the size that is right for your height*. Choosing a color that blends with your room design will make it visually pleasing in your space. You’ll find a variety of sizes and colors on-line. Follow the guidelines on the packaging.
Sit slightly forward on the ball with knees wide and feet wide to form a sort of tripod for balance.
*When sitting on the ball with feet flat on the floor, knees and hips should be at the same height. Those under 5 feet tall should use balls that are 45 cm, 5 feet to 5 feet 6 inches should use 55 cm balls and those 5 feet 7 inches and taller should use 65 cm balls.
Consult with your physician before performing this or any other exercise you are not used to.