Gyrokinesis ® is the mat based version of the exercises. So how does a typical class start? Before you even begin to exercise you literally “wake up” the body. This entails sitting on a stool as you work your way from your head to your toes pulling your eyelids, squashing your ears, massaging your neck and stomach, beating your legs and bottom and stretching your toes amongst other things.
Sounds crazy? You would be surprised, it really does work! You feel energised and alive afterwards and then the real work starts. There are exercises to tone and stretch each part of the body to try and bring the body into balance and correct alignment. Just twenty minutes a day can eliminate persistent stiffness and stress induced back problems we often experience in our daily lives.
The workout is good for sufferers of arthritis, neck stiffness and overall joint problems. Clients can expect to achieve increased spinal mobility and strength, improvement in co-ordination, long lean muscle development, relief from chronic injuries and prevention of future ones.
Providing relief from many of the uncomfortable symptoms of pregnancy, Gyrotonic ® also helps to build stamina for the birthing process and increases blood and circulation to the baby. Postpartum, there is a quick gain in energy levels, abdominal strength and general toning.