Being at home lately has fueled my workouts. I walk my neighborhood, punch my kickboxing bag, and lift weights (including my large Tabby cat) almost daily. But three months in, and I am starting to crave variety and social interaction.
I wondered how are people getting their real fitness virtually? The Rogue Valley Magazine went on a search for the top 5 online recommendations to stay in shape.
Yoga is one way! Several online participants suggested Krista Holland’s classes. Krista is a Yoga teacher providing classes through Zoom. She offers Hatha Yoga (for all levels) for donations or FREE if you are financially strapped. And those who do contribute support Ramana’s Garden Home for Children in India via their payment. To find out more, see their Website .
Before you can attend, you must pre-register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/ …/tZEqceyhrDooHtTpbf8T_G6neoXBtRVJ4…
Krista Holland’s Class Schedule:
Sunday 9:00 am to 10:15 am
Tuesday 9:00 am to 10:15 am
Thursday 9:00 am to 10:15 am
Another recommended Yoga instructor, Sheryl Grunde, is streaming classes and teaching outdoors at Lithia Park in Ashland. At the end of the day, her in-person classes are uploaded for viewing. You must e-mail her 30 minutes before the “live” class starts to get the link to the recording later. In the meantime, find videos already uploaded here: https://www.elementalyogaretreats.com/yoga-videos. Or call 541-951-7474 or e-mail at honoringthemother@gmail.com for more information.
Sheryl Grunde’s Class Schedule:
Tuesday Gentle Yoga 1:30 pm to 2:45 pm
Wednesday Radiant Flow 6:00 pm to 7:15 pm
Thursday Gentle Yoga 1:30 pm to 2:45 pm
For a non-Yoga workout, how about Nia with Rachael Resch? For those unfamiliar with this class style, Nia is a dance, martial arts, and mindfulness combo. Rachael teaches locally, comes highly recommended, and offers affordable classes; either $10 or $5 if there is financial hardship. Give her a call at 541-301-3493 or check her website: https://nianow.com/rachaelresch.
Rachel Resch’s Nia Schedule:
Tuesday 9:00 am Classic Nia
Thursday 9:00 am Classic Nia
Friday 9:00 am Classic Nia
Saturday 9:00 am Classic Nia
Besides Yoga and Nia, if you have ever wanted to lift Barbells and push tires or if this was your pre-pandemic workout, CrossFit Inconceivable was also nominated for their stellar online classes. A three-class introduction is mandatory for beginners to learn the basics. Then you can email them for the password prior to joining a live Zoom workout. Call them at 541-631-9283 or email at: contact@inconceivablefitness.com.
Cross Fit Inconceivable Schedule:
Monday through Friday 6:00 am
Saturday 10:00 am
Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/2665817131 Meeting ID: 266 581 7131
If Yoga, Nia or Cross Fit is not for you, Zoey Cane Belyea is a dancer and performer who is currently offering live Barre classes on Instagram @AshlandHotYoga. Barre is a ballet-inspired exercise class that also uses Yoga and Pilates moves in an isometric strength workout without any cardio usually.
Zoey Cane Belyea’s Barre Schedule:
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday Barre 9:00 am
Wednesday Gentle Barre 6:00 pm
Saturday Barre 10:00 am
Finally, you can always count on the YMCA! Many online visitors praised the YMCA for their virtual exercise opportunities. The Rogue Valley Family YMCA in Medford has posted some videos at YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/user/RogueValleyFamilyY.
The Ashland YMCA is offering outdoor and Zoom classes. For the full schedule go here: https://ashlandymca.org/group-fitness-schedules/
Ashland YMCA Zoom Classes:
Monday 9:00 – 10:00 am Low Impact Keeping Fit
& 7:00 to 8:00 pm Yoga/Pilates/Tai Chi
Wednesday 9:00 to 10:00 am Low Impact Keeping Fit
Thursday 7:00 to 8:00 pm Yoga/Pilates/Tai Chi
Friday 9:00 to 10:00 am Low Impact Keeping Fit
Zoom and Online class schedules can change quickly, so check out websites and make reservations ahead of time to ensure participation.