AEROBICS

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In physical exercise , aerobic exercise is complementary to anaerobic exercise . Aerobic literally means "with oxygen ", and refers to the use of oxygen in muscles ' energy-generating process. Aerobic exercise includes any type of exercise, typically those performed at moderate levels of intensity for extended periods of time, that maintains an increased heart rate. In such exercise, oxygen is used to "burn" fats and glucose in order to produce adenosine triphosphate , the basic energy carrier for all cells . Initially during aerobic exercise, glycogen is broken down to produce glucose, but in its absence, fat metabolism is initiated instead. The latter is a slow process , and is accompanied by a decline in performance level. The switch to fat as fuel is a major cause of what marathon runners call "hitting the wall."

ANAEROBICS

Anaerobic exercise , in contrast, refers to the initial phase of exercise, or any short burst of intense exertion, in which the glycogen or sugar is consumed without oxygen, and is a far less efficient process. Operating anaerobically, an untrained 400 meter sprinter may "hit the wall" after only 300 meters.

Aerobic/Pilates/Yoga Class Descriptions

• Ball Fit : Strengthen your total body & core using the stability ball with some weights – 45 min.
• Bootie : Come and work your glutes & abs while maintaining a fat burning heart rate to some really good music – we also like to shake our booties and incorporate a little bit of dance!
• CardioSculpt : Work your whole body with this combination of strength and cardio moves.
• Chisel : Step warm-up followed by some resistance training with lighter weights and more reps.
• Core Fit : Build up your core strength with a combination of Pilates, abs, glutes and matt exercises – 45 min.
• Indoor Cycling : Fun, intense cardio workout on the bike – great for fat-burning! All levels welcome.
• Nia : Neuromuscular Integrative Action - combines dancing, martial arts, and mind body exercises.
• Pilates : Resistance training using your own body weight to develop core strength, balance, and flexibility.
• Pilates Plus : Tone your whole body with an emphasis on the core and upper body with advanced Pilates moves and the use of balls, bands, and weights.
• QFC: Quick Fit Cardio – 45 minute blend of cardio and strength moves. Get in, burn some calories and get out!
• Senior Fitness : Combination of low-impact aerobics with strength training geared for seniors or beginners.
• Step it UP ! 30 minutes of step aerobics and 30 minutes of total body with strength and toning.
• Strength : Weight training class geared toward firming and strengthening your total body using heavy weights.
• Tred & Shed : Fat burning cardio workout done on the treadmills with some strength exercises to break it up!
• Yoga : Energetic yoga using beginner and intermediate level poses to improve strength and flexibility.
• Yoga Stretch : 45 minutes of yoga aimed at relaxation, stretching and flexibility – great for tight muscles!