Micro Workouts
This collection of videos that are 10 minutes or less in duration. In this collection, you will find videos that are comprised of isometrics, strength training, calisthenics, Pilates, Yoga, and other formats for when you are short on time, energy, or experience.
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Video 613 | Micro Workout: Hip Abduction (10 minutes) with Lauren Eirk
In this micro workout, the gluteus medius and minimus are the focus. These muscles attach on the outer hip and are highly involved in standing. They perform motion out to the side, called abduction. They are also involved in walking, climbing, running, and jumping. Weak abductor muscles can c...
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Video 604 | Micro Workout: Abs & Back Calisthenics (11 mins) with Lauren Eirk
Train the core 360 degrees from all planes of motion using bodyweight only. Our power comes from the core, and we need to visit these muscles on a regular basis! Train the rectus abdominis, obliques, transverse abdominis, spinal erectors, plus scapular and hip muscles for a stronger, more stabl...
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Video 601 | Micro Workout: "Mobility 360" (10 minutes) with Lauren Eirk
Mobility issues are often caused by muscle weakness. It is important to visit our range of motion daily so that we do not lose it! In this quick 10-minute routine, we will be looking at the four total body combinations using bodyweight as resistance to strengthen muscles and improve mobility. ...
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Video 597 | Prime Pilates (10 mins) with Lauren Eirk
If you are short on time, this workout packs a punch! In 10 minutes, we will go from one core exercise to the next using bodyweight only. These prime core calisthenics are based on the classic Pilates mat routine using the FIS method. Work your upper and lower abdominals, spinal erectors, glut...
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Video 594 | Full Body Warm-Up (10 mins) with Lauren Eirk
This dynamic warm-up is designed to help prepare the body for exercise to avoid injury, help evaluate your available range of motion, and wake up your muscles. This is a standing routine that does not require youi to get down onto the ground. No equipment needed! As soon as you start moving:
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Video 591 | Yoga for Energy: Micro Workout (11 mins) with Lauren Eirk
Sometimes we feel depleted from the responsibility of our lives and we feel overwhelmed. When this is combined with a lack of time, we might be tempted to skip our workout. Instead, try this energizing short Yoga flow so that you can move your body, clear your mind, and get your respiratory sys...
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Video 588 | Prolonged Sit-Rx: Micro Workout (9.45 mins) with Lauren Eirk
When we sit for long periods of time, our muscles and joints feel the effects, along with a number of health concerns that affect our metabolism. Some of these include increased blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist and unhealthy cholesterol levels. It is common ...
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Video 585 | HIp Flexion: Micro Workout (9 minutes) with Lauren Eirk
If you are short on time, this micro workout is designed to give you some targeted resistance training for a very important area: The muscles that produce flexion through the hip joints. When these muscles are weak, lower back and hamstring tightness can result.
In this workout, go from non-movi...
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Video 582 | Hip Rotation: Micro Workout (10 minutes) with Lauren Eirk
If you are short on time, this micro workout is designed to give you some targeted resistance training for a very important area: The hip rotators.
These muscles work to move the hips both internally and externally, absorbing ground forces and taking on the weight of the torso. When these mus...
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Video 579 | Trunk Flexion (9 minutes) with Lauren Eirk
If you are short on time, this micro workout is designed to give you some targeted resistance training for a very important area: The muscles that produce flexion in the trunk and spine. Remember that you are only as good as your core. When these muscles are weak, it is difficult to transfer for...
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Video 576 | Trunk Rotation: Micro Workout (10 mins) with Lauren Eirk
If you are short on time, this micro workout is designed to give you some targeted resistance training for a very important area: The muscles that produce rotation in the trunk and spine. Remember that you are only as good as your core. When these muscles are weak, it is difficult to transfer fo...
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Video 573 | Building Glutes: Micro Workout (10 mins) with Lauren Eirk
If you are short on time, this micro workout is designed to give you some targeted resistance training for a very important area: The Gluteal muscles. In this workout, we will practice variations on the glute bridge to target the lower back, hamstrings, and glutes. You will feel stronger, talle...