Don't let the pace and the length fool you! This is a really fantastic grounding, slow, all-standing class that had my inner thighs and glutes on fire. I have broken both of my ankles at various points of my life and have a lot of hardware in one of them, so going slowly and intentionally through this work is a gift. I will also take this opportunity to name that those long glute holds had me cursing the gods, AND I have been trying to notice when anger and frustration come up for me in these workouts because I think there's some good information there! And how lucky are we to have such a safe space to let all the messy emotions emerge and move around! I'll be thinking about my feet all day today and look forward to paying more attention to how this foundation feels when I go on a walk later. 

The warm-up to Real Hero is one of my favorites I've ever done on this platform. Felt very freeing. And then the middle section of this had me sweating and breathing hard with jumps and moving up and down off the floor. Lots of engagement of the lower body followed by some really cool creative up/down combos that keep you present, turn the muscles on and lengthen. I really appreciated the convo at the end about jumping. I've noticed periods of time where too much cardio just made me feel like a cortisol monster. I'm always trying to gauge that fine line between challenging myself because I know I'll feel better afterward and listening enough to know that I need something a little more free-wheeling and flowy. It's a journey. Most of all I want that mobility and agility as I continue to grow up (more fun than saying aging, no?), and I feel like Marnie always has our back on keeping those dynamics alive in the body. I'll be curious to see how this one feels whenever I come back to it!

This is so hilarious, Amanda. I love this kiddo!

Cuties!!!

Oh yeah. I’m a big big Brene Brown fan. Always a good resource ☺️

I’m in Santa Fe, NM! I look forward to seeing you too!!

Thank you, Jessica!

That's so kind, Mayo, thank you! I've been using M/body workouts since 2021 but joined the platform a year or two ago! (what is time anymore?)

I did this one with 5 lbs and boy oh boy was it a challenge! No impact, slow and STRONG flow with several series in turned out second position, which keeps posture alive while the arms and legs are moving. Really lovely start/warm-up that feels like yoga flow before we get into the strength of our backs. Watching Marnie's back muscles and posture is inspiring! I got a little teary during my shout-out today and realized how much hearing my own name in these classes brings me back into my body and into feeling how strong it is when we are in this room together. I catch myself wandering off mentally, on occasion, or trying to escape the sensation of what's happening, but I feel lucky that I could fully feel it and be in it today if even for a minute or two. Lovingly hoping to move toward more of that 

This one felt like a classic signature with a traditional warm-up (and very fun choreo) and a barre series that had my legs shaking. Planks and abs are also VERY warming with familiar moves and new sequences to keep you on your toes...or hands, as the case may be! I am so glad I was present for the live because it kept me moving without second-guessing myself too much. Like Monique, my glutes, triceps and obliques are sore today. Sweaty, strong and very sweet celebration of a very special platform/community/instructor. Save this one for the day you need a boost or want to feel like a badass :)