Why do I do GYROTONIC® exercise?
I came to Gyrotonic through dance. I have always loved to move and I have always been fascinated by how our body is designed for movement. In college, I became interested in dance medicine, kinesiology and anatomy, and injury prevention. After working in a medically integrated fitness center under Sarasota Memorial Hospital it became evident […]
Do men do GYROTONIC® exercise?
Yes! They do! Gyrotonic exercise is not just for women. It is a system of exercise that is beneficial for people of all genders, ages, and fitness levels. Gyrotonic exercise was developed by Juliu Horvath, a former ballet dancer, and it is based on the principles of yoga, dance, tai chi, and swimming. It involves […]
Meaning of GYROTONIC® Sunara
The word “Gyrotonic” is a combination of two root words: Gyro: This comes from the Greek word “gyros,” meaning “circle,” “spiral,” or “ring.” It refers to the circular and spiraling movements that are characteristic of Gyrotonic exercises. Tonic: This word is an adjective that means “of or relating to muscular tone” or “producing or increasing […]
Should I do GYROTONIC® or GYROKINESIS® exercise?
Gyrotonic® and Gyrokinesis® are two unique exercise methods that focus on fluid, circular movements to improve strength, flexibility, and coordination. Gyrotonic: This method uses specialized equipment to guide you through a series of flowing movements that work your joints and muscles through a full range of motion. It’s like a combination of yoga, dance, swimming, […]
Is GYROTONIC® exercise just for stretching?
The defining difference between Gyrotonic exercise and a stretching service is that Gyrotonic is actual exercise and a stretching service is not exercise. Learning Gyrotonic principles can help you learn how to stretch yourself better than relying on someone else to do it for you. Although, during a Gyrotonic session your instructor will likely include […]
GYROTONIC® Teacher Training, GYROKINESIS® Teacher Training
GYROTONIC® Teacher Training Pre- Training 30 hours Foundation 60 hours Apprentice Review 30 hours FInal Certification 15 hours GYROKINESIS® Teacher Training Pre- Training 30 hours Foundation 45 hours Apprentice Review 15 hours FInal Certification 15 hours Students can choose to become certified in GK or GT first or do them simultaneously. […]
What is the best kind of exercise?
If I am going to do one kind of exercise, what is the best kind of exercise? There is no such thing! It is actually best for your body,mind, and spirit to mix it up within a consistent routine. Per the American College of Sports Medicine, the 4 components of a complete exercise program […]
What makes GYROTONIC® different from yoga?
What makes GYROTONIC® different from yoga? Similarities -Mind-body exercise modalities – meaning the exercise requires the brain to be engaged and you will complete your session feeling relaxed and fulfilled due to having practiced mindfulness during your session. -Low impact -safe for people with injuries -Body weight* and mobility training – get stronger and […]
What makes GYROTONIC® exercise different from Pilates?
What makes GYROTONIC® exercise different from Pilates? Similarities -Mind body exercise modalities – meaning the exercise requires the brain to be engaged and you will complete your session feeling relaxed and fulfilled due to having practiced mindfulness during your session. This is also known as Neuromotor exercise and one of the 4 requirements to […]
Wellness Holiday Travel
I hear a lot of reasons around the holidays why people struggle with their self care programs. One of them is traveling for the holidays. So how do we keep our self care routines, specifically movement and exercise going during travel? So, activity on a vacation could mean you schedule a trip geared towards […]
