New Yoga & Fitness Classes at PG Belmont! (plus some April changes!)

 Belmont, Classes, Fitness, Yoga  Comments Off
Mar 272013
 

New Classes!

Effective April 1st, 2013 Planet Granite Belmont will be adding two new lunchtime classes to the schedule.
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Mat Pilates with Donesa on Wednesday, 12pm-12:45pm.
Need a quick lunchtime break; this class is a great core workout. The use of additional equipment such as stability balls, resistance bands and foam rollers are often used to enhance movements in this amazing class.

Yin with Edwina on Tuesday, 12pm – 1pm.

130327 - edwinaCome unwind, relax and release the stresses of the day! Yin yoga opens up the deep, dense, connective tissues and joints through a series of poses held for a considerable length allowing for a complete and passive release.

Yin Yoga is designed to unwind and de-clutter you body and support your over all well being both physically and mentally. Yin Yoga is a complimentary practice that balances the effects of more active forms of yoga and exercise. Poses are held for longer periods of time than typical and attention is drawn to the connective tissues of your muscles aiding in increased circulation and flexibility.

Read more about Edwina on her website: www.edwinaferroyoga.com and Facebook Page www.facebook.com/yogaforeverybodywitheddie

 

Instructor and Time changes

We have also made a few instructor changes and time adjustments starting April 1st:

  •  Vinyasa on Thursday evenings is now taught by Natalie Safra.
  • Core Yoga with Amy jumped to Thursday from 12pm -1pm.
  • Morning Power with JoAnneh moved to a start time of 7:15am on Wednesday and Friday. Not an early morning person, join us for a great 60 minutes yoga class before work!

Coming in May 2013

Partner Yoga with Emily will be the first Friday of every month starting in May. Experience the unity of partner yoga through flow, flight and fun together. Bring a partner or come by yourself and meet a fellow yogi or yogini. Emily will guide you on an enriching journey as she encourages you to tune into the vibrations of your true self, your partner, your community and your universe. All levels welcome with advanced options for the adventurous at heart.

If you have any feedback please feel free to leave a comment in the suggestion box or email Brett, the gym manager at: BSmith@planetgranite.com 

Natural Running Clinics at PG Sunnyvale with Melissa Vrbanac

 Classes, Fitness, Sunnyvale  3 Responses »
Mar 112013
 

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What is Natural Running?

Natural running is running with biomechanically correct form, consistent with the way you ran as a child. The concept, of course, is not new, but the problem is that most have forgotten how to run naturally or have been trained to run in ways that are at odds with the way we are built. Running  is one of the most natural things we do as human beings; however, it can look quite awkward with improper biomechanics, which can lead to a multitude of injuries. We are all built to run; we ran thousands of years ago when running was a necessity and an integral part of life. We were literally, born to run! I invite you to re-learn how to run consistent with the way you are built.

The basic principles of Natural Running:

  • Correct body alignment and posture
  • Landing with a midfoot/forefoot strike
  • Using “gravity” instead of muscle strength for propulsion
  • Developing a strong core for better balance and propulsion
  • Relaxation for total mind and body connection

Runners of ALL levels can improve their efficiency and performance while running injury-free. During the month of March, Planet Granite will be hosting three 90 minute Natural Running clinics:

Saturday, March 23th 1:00-2:30pm

Wednesday, March 27th 6:00-7:30pm

Saturday, March 30th 9:30-11:00am

Please contact Melissa Vrbanac, Certified Newton Natural Running Coach to reserve your spot today!  melissavrbanac@yahoo.com

 

melissavrbanac_SVAbout Melissa Vrbanac:

I work with runners, triathletes, and cyclists of all abilities not because it is my job, but because it is my passion. It is because of this passion that all of my clients can rely on my commitment and assurance that they will receive the most professional and highest quality running/triathlon coaching each and every time I train with them. Since, the mid-1990s I have competed in numerous triathlons, running, cycling and long course swimming events in California, Hawaii, Oregon, and Washington. I also raced for the Cucina Fresca Cycling Team ending in 2011. I have remained a highly competitive age-group triathlete, and I have loved every minute of it!

I have also had the opportunity to work in the health and fitness industry for the past six years in a number of positions, such as Group Exercise Director for three AllStar Fitness Clubs: Seattle Municipal Towers Club, The Executive Club, and West Seattle Club. As well as, the Washington Athletic Club as a spin instructor, and triathlon coach.

Certifications:
Les Mills RPM Cycling Instructor
Le Mond M3 – Cycling Instructor
USACycling – Cycling Coach Level 3 (01/13)
Newton Natural Running Coach & Chi Running Instructor
USAT – Triathlon Coach (Level I)
AAFA – Group Exercise Instructor &   CPR/AED (01/29/1214)

Holiday Class Schedule

 Belmont, Classes, General, San Francisco, Sunnyvale  Comments Off
Dec 212012
 

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Planet Granite is open a few reduced hours, but we’ll be running classes so check out your local gym’s schedules below! Happy Holidays! Climb safe!

Holiday Hours (unless posted, open regular hours)
Christmas Eve 12/24 – 6am-4pm
Christmas Day 12/25 – CLOSED!
New Years Eve 12/31 – 6am-4pm
New Years Day 1/1 – 12pm-6pm

PG San Francisco Class Schedule:
Dec. 24  Noon Power Flow with Mary; all evening classes cancelled
Dec. 25 Closed!  All classes cancelled
Dec. 26  Back to regular schedule!
Dec. 31 Noon Power Flow with Mary: all evening classes cancelled
Jan. 1 Special celebration class 12:30-2p with Charles.  All regular classes cancelled.
Jan. 2 Back to regular schedule!

PG Belmont Class Schedule:
Christmas Eve (6am-4pm)
9am Circuit Training w/ Harriete
12pm Abs & Core w/ Harriete
*Special time* 2pm Power w/ Joanneh
Evening Classes cancelled

Dec 25th – Closed
Dec 31st: New Year’s Eve (6am-4pm)
9am Circuit Training w/ Harriete
12pm Abs & Core w/ Harriete
Evening classes cancelled

New Year’s Day (12pm – 6pm)
All Classes Cancelled

PG Sunnyvale Class Schedule:
Dec 24th:
6:30am Flow with Doris
6:30am CrossFit with Martin
12noon Yin with Linda
Evening Classes cancelled

Dec 25th – CLOSED

Dec 26th – Regular Schedule

Dec 31st:
6:30am – Flow with Josie
6:30am CrossFit with Martin
12noon Yin with Linda
Evening classes cancelled

Jan 1st:
Special New Years Murph – CrossFit – at 12:30pm with Martin
Special New Years Vinyasa Flow – 12:30pm with Joan

Jan 2nd: Regular Schedule (New class starting with Melissa – Total Body Fitness at 5:30pm!

Total Body Fitness Success Story!

 Classes, Community, Sunnyvale  1 Response »
Nov 192012
 

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Meet PG Sunnyvale Member, Tony!   Back in January, his company started a weight loss competition.  Not to be outdone and knowing he could use to lose some pounds, Tony took this challenge to heart.  He won by over 19 lbs, losing 33 lbs in just 3 months!   How’d he do it? By taking Zeus’ Abs n Core class and Total Body Fitness class at PG Sunnyvale (ok and maybe some running and healthy eating added to it…. ;P)  Currently, Tony works out at PG between 5-8 times per week, coming for his lunch break and returning in the evening for fitness or climbing work outs.  After 8 months, he’s down 55 lbs and couldn’t be happier.  Check out what Tony had to say about his amazing achievement, and what keeps him motivated.

I attached three pics of my work out progress. I started my fitness journey on January 16th when my work started a weight loss competition, I was overweight and needed to make a change and the contest lit a fire in me to change my ways. It went three months and during that time I lost 33 lbs eating healthy and exercising; I won the contest by 19 lbs!  :) The last picture was taken August 29th, and I am now down 55 lbs. All of that was done by changing my diet and attending Zeus’ classes at PG Sunnyvale every week, in addition to running.

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I first started with Zeus’ Abs & Core class, and loved it.   Then after about a month of two of that class combined with running, I started taking the Total Body Fitness class on Tuesdays.  I slowly worked my way up to running about 10 miles per week and taking the two classes.  Eventually, I started doing the exercises he taught me from the TBF class and the Abs and Core class on Fridays on my own.  His classes + running + changed diet = fast results that I could not be more happy about!!! In the beginning of August, I changed up my routine and now I am lifting weights  to build some muscle. I appreciate everything Zeus has taught me in the classes.

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Tony during the recent Color Run in San Jose

And what kept Tony motivated? The changes I started seeing in myself. Nothing is more rewarding than seeing your results and that is what kept me going. I was determined to win the money at my work and beat out the other 14 people competing in the weight loss competition. That is probably what motivated me at first, but it was the results I started and continue to see that keep me going :)

Thanks Tony!  Your story is such an amazing inspiration!!  If you or a friend have an inspiring story you’d like to share, please send it to Stephanie!  If your story is published, we’ll give you a PG Tshirt!