Robin will take you through a flow of postures that will allow you to release stress while at the same time building strength and gaining flexibility. Blocks and a small towel or pillow can be handy but not necessary. The meditation will have you contemplating Our Lady of Sorrows.
Excerpt from In Conversation with God, Francis Fernandez (Scepter Press)
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This class was designed to build your core muscle group by performing a series of exercises that strengthen the abdomen, back, and pelvic floor, all while increasing flexibility. Can you say plank? You will hit them numerous times in this class, but it will all be worth it as you stand taller and feel stronger. The meditation will have you contemplating crushing envy with charity.
St. Rachel Shrader, Your Guide to the 7 Deadly Sins – and the Virtues that Crush Them, https://www.goodcatholic.com/your-guide-to-the-seven-deadly-sins/
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Amanda will take you through a series of exercises that will strengthen your body, increase muscular endurance, and help you gain flexibility. You will come away feeling stronger and more refreshed. The meditation will have you thinking about combating sloth with diligence.
St. Rachel Shrader, Your Guide to the 7 Deadly Sins – and the Virtues that Crush Them, https://www.goodcatholic.com/your-guide-to-the-seven-deadly-sins/
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Are you looking for a class that will help to improve your strength, balance, and stability? Then this is the class for you. Amanda incorporates exercises that will not only challenge your balance but will build muscle strength. The meditation will have you thinking about crushing gluttony with temperance.
St. Rachel Shrader, Your Guide to the 7 Deadly Sins – and the Virtues that Crush Them, https://www.goodcatholic.com/your-guide-to-the-seven-deadly-sins/
Holy Family School of Faith, Rosary Meditation for May 26, 2022, Temperance. Used with permission.
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This class gets specific by strengthening and toning two major areas – abdominals and glutes. The workout will help you build a powerful core as well as help improve posture and stability. The meditation will have you contemplating combating greed with practicing the virtue of generosity.
Holy Family School of Faith, Daily Rosary Meditation for June 4, 2022, Lust. Used with permission. Pope Francis, MORNING MEDITATION IN THE CHAPEL OF THE DOMUS SANCTAE MARTHAE, In heaven’s stock exchange, Friday, 19 June 2015. Rachel Shrader, Your Guide to the 7 Deadly Sins – and the Virtues that Crush Them, https://www.goodcatholic.com/your-guide-to-the-seven-deadly-sins/ Used with permission.
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We can all benefit from strong arms and wrists. It helps in lifting, carrying, and everyday movement. This class is packed full of wrist and arm stretches as well as exercises to strengthen using your own body weight. Don’t worry, all major muscle groups are hit for a wonderful, well-rounded gentle workout. The meditation will have you contemplating suffering in reparation for sin with Sts. Monica and Augustine as your guides.
Jocelyne DeGroot, Foundation 1 Pietra Fitness Instructor
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Class begins with a warm up focusing on alignment and spinal mobility, followed by a series of exercises to strengthen and tone the legs as well as to gain mobility and flexibility. The meditation will have you contemplating crushing lust with the virtue of chastity.
Rachel Shrader, Your Guide to the 7 Deadly Sins – and the Virtues that Crush Them, https://www.goodcatholic.com/your-guide-to-the-seven-deadly-sins/
Holy Family School of Faith, Daily Rosary Meditation for June 4, 2022, Lust. Used with permission.
Fr. Jerry Pokorsky, Chastity: Cornerstone of holiness and happiness., Jan. 2, 2019, https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/chastity-cornerstone-holiness-and-happiness/
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Caring for the arms and shoulders is essential for performing many everyday movements. Working on the strength, flexibility, and mobility of the arms and shoulders can help with posture, will help make lifting and carrying items easier, and it can help prevent injury. The meditation will have you contemplating crushing anger with the virtue of meekness.
Rachel Shrader, good catholic, Your Guide to the 7 DeadlySins – and the Virtues that Crush Them, https://www.goodcatholic.com/your-guide-to-the-seven-deadly-sins/.Used with permission.
Holy Family School of Faith, Rosary Meditation for February 14, 2022, Blessed are the Meek. Used with permission.
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You don’t need to have hip problems to benefit from hip conditioning. This 28-minute class will help to stretch and strengthen these muscles to build flexibility and stability. The meditation will have you contemplating crushing pride with practicing the virtue of humility.
Rachel Shrader, good catholic, Your Guide to the 7 Deadly Sins – and the Virtues that Crush Them, https://www.goodcatholic.com/your-guide-to-the-seven-deadly-sins/
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A full hour class directly focusing on slimming the midsection! This class was designed to help you engage multiple muscle groups so that you can not only safely move with ease but also to help you trim the midsection. The meditation will have you contemplating the Prayer of Elijah.
Pope Francis, General Audience, Wednesday, October 7,2020
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Tight hips are extremely common these days, which can contribute to issues throughout the body, like low back pain and knee issues. This class will take you through a series of Lunges and hip stretches that will help you to feel agile and light on your feet. The meditation will have you thinking about redemptive suffering with St. Teresa of Kolkata as your coach.
Jocelyne DeGroot, Foundation 1 Pietra Fitness Instructor
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There can be many causes of lower back pain, but very often, it is the result of our lifestyles. Have no fear! Incorporating certain exercises into your routine can help improve symptoms, lessen pain, and counterbalance a sedentary style of living. Fiona will help you stretch and strengthen the muscles that support the spine, resulting in better posture and movement. The meditation will have you contemplating union with Christ in suffering, with St. John Vianny as your mentor.
Jocelyne DeGroot, Foundation 1 Pietra Fitness Instructor
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A strong core is at the center of building and toning muscle all over your body which in turn helps you to move and feel great! This class was designed to strengthen the core muscles while improving posture. The meditation will have you contemplating Comfort in the midst of suffering with St. Paul as your guide.
Jocelyne DeGroot, Foundation 1 Pietra Fitness Instructor
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This class was carefully designed to help you engage multiple muscle groups so that you can not only safely move with ease but also to help you trim the midsection. Join Amanda as she takes you through donkey kicks, fire hydrants, twists, flows, bicycles, leg lifts, and more. The meditation will have you pondering St. John the Baptist as prophet and hero.
Fr. Benedict O’Cinnsealaigh, Pastor Mary, Queen of all Saints, Bulletin December 4, 2022. Used with permission.
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Contemplate how you can live your life more closely ordered to what is truly a priority as you gently move your body and work every major muscle group. Amanda ramps up the gentle routine with a Low Lunge series, Lunge 2 Series, Squat series, and more before winding down in prayer.
Leah Joy Taylor, Inner Resources for Leaders, Psalm 90: The Search for Significance, https://www.regent.edu/journal/inner-resources-for-leaders/psalm-90-search-for-significance/
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Contemplate how you can live your life more closely ordered to what is truly a priority as you gently move your body and work every major muscle group. After warming up, you will work through a Low Lunge series, Arching and Rounding, Kneeling Balance, Seated stretches, and more before winding down in prayer.
Leah Joy Taylor, Inner Resources for Leaders, Psalm 90: The Search for Significance, https://www.regent.edu/journal/inner-resources-for-leaders/psalm-90-search-for-significance/
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Reflect on the “Big Picture” of what’s most important in your heart, your life, and your home, all from an eternal perspective as you move your body and work every major muscle group. Jhoe will move you through planks, pushups, lunges, squats, and a unique core exercise before you wind down in prayer.
Holy Family School of Faith, Treasure in Heaven, September 19, 2021. Used with permission.
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Reflect on the “Big Picture” of what’s most important in your heart, your life, and your home, all from an eternal perspective as you gently move your body and work every major muscle group. Jhoe will move you through Forearm Chest Lifts, Supermans, abdominal work, and more before you wind down in prayer.
Holy Family School of Faith, Treasure in Heaven, September 19, 2021. Used with permission.
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God called us to be His own, not because of anything we do, but because of who we are: His beloved, His pearl of great price. God calls each one by name. You will have time to contemplate the fact that you are sacred and have been endowed with a particular mission that only you can fulfill as you strengthen your body, mind, and soul. Lori works the whole body but focuses on strengthening and stabilizing the muscles used to help maintain good posture.
Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2158 – 2159. Pope Francis, Gaudete Et Exsultate, On the Call to Holiness in Today’s World, 13
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God called us to be His own, not because of anything we do, but because of who we are: His beloved, His pearl of great price. God calls each one by name. You will have time to contemplate the fact that you are sacred and have been endowed with a particular mission that only you can fulfill as you gently strengthen your body, mind, and soul. Lori works the whole body but focuses on strengthening and stabilizing the muscles used to help maintain good posture.
Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2158 – 2159. Pope Francis, Gaudete Et Exsultate, On the Call to Holiness in Today’s World, 13
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Working on upper body strength during pregnancy will help you to have good posture as well as with all the lifting and carrying you will be doing after the baby is born! You’re welcome! This class is suitable for all trimesters, but it is important to always listen to your own body. Josette gives modifications but if anything does not feel good or right to you, don’t do it. Feel free to take a break whenever you need to and come back when you are ready. If this is your first time doing a prenatal video, make sure you check out the Foundational prenatal videos with Dr. Jillian Stecklein to learn how to find and work the pelvic floor, bracing the core for pregnancy, and other great info for pregnant women. Grab a chair, a couple of pillows, water, a block, and any other props you would like for support, and let’s get started. Make sure you have received clearance from your healthcare provider to exercise before doing this class.
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
The beautiful, calming music during class is by Francesca La Rosa, and the amazing Gregorian Chant is by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
This is a gentle class either seated in a chair or standing, using the chair for balance, and is suitable for all trimesters. Even though this class is gentle, it is still important to always listen to your own body. Nila gives modifications but if anything does not feel good or right to you, leave it out. Feel free to take a break whenever you need to and return when you are ready. If this is your first time doing a prenatal video, make sure you check out the Foundational prenatal videos with Dr. Jillian Stecklein that has great info needed for these classes. The meditation will have you contemplating being co-creators with God. So, grab a chair and have water handy and let’s get started!
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
The beautiful, calming music during class is by Francesca La Rosa, and the amazing Gregorian Chant is by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
Building strength in the lower body is essential during pregnancy for overall stability, to help prevent imbalances, and to ensure you feel supported with your changing body. This class is suitable for all trimesters, but please listen to your own body and make modifications when needed. Leave out anything that doesn’t feel right to you. The meditation will have you thinking about God knitting the child in your womb. Check out The Foundational prenatal videos with Dr. Jillian Stecklein that will teach you how to find and work the pelvic floor, bracing the core for pregnancy, and other great info for pregnant women. 2 blocks and a couple of pillows are needed for this class. If you don’t have blocks grab a bunch of extra pillows and blankets so that your head is above your heart at the beginning of class.
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
The beautiful, calming music during class is by Francesca La Rosa, and the amazing Gregorian Chant is by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
This intermediate class focuses on the legs and is suitable for all trimesters. Strength in the lower body is necessary to support your body during pregnancy, keeps your hips mobile, and helps keep aches and pains of hips and lower back at bay. Even though it’s an intermediate class, Nila offers modifications, but you can also modify anything that is not right for you, so give this class a try! If you haven’t already, please check out The Foundational prenatal videos with Dr. Jillian Stecklein. They will teach you how to find and work the pelvic floor, bracing the core for pregnancy, and other great info. Have a chair handy, a couple of pillows and maybe a block. It’s always good to have water nearby to stay hydrated. Check with your doctor that you have clearance to exercise before beginning.
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
The beautiful, calming music during class is by Francesca La Rosa, and the amazing Gregorian Chant is by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
This intermediate full body prenatal class is suitable for all trimesters, though some 3rd trimester moms may need to modify. Josette offers modifications but you are encouraged to make other adjustments if needed. It is important to always listen to your own body so if something does not feel right, come out of the pose, or take a break. The meditation will have you contemplating the beautiful gift you are carrying. Check out the Foundational prenatal videos to learn how to find and work the pelvic floor, bracing the core for pregnancy, and other pertinent info for expectant mamas. Go ahead and grab a chair, a couple of pillows, water, a block, and any other props you would like for support.
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
The beautiful, calming music during class is by Francesca La Rosa, and the amazing Gregorian Chant is by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
Core stability during pregnancy helps support the pelvic organs as the baby grows, lessens back pain, and can help ease delivery. Nila will give modifications but if anything does not feel good or right to you, let it go. If this is your first time doing a prenatal video, make sure you check out the Foundational prenatal videos to learn how to find and work the pelvic floor, bracing the core for pregnancy, and other great info for pregnant women. You will need a chair, a couple of pillows, water, and any other props you would like for support. The Scripture, prayers, and meditations will have you thinking about praying for your child. Please check with your healthcare provider to be cleared for exercise before starting any kind of workout regime.
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
The beautiful, calming music during class is by Francesca La Rosa, and the amazing Gregorian Chant is by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
Stretching the hips for pregnant mamas is a must because it helps you to relax and alleviate tension, eases hip and possibly even back pain, and helps you prepare for labor. This class is suitable for all trimesters, but it is important to always listen to your own body. Josette gives modifications but if anything does not feel good or right to you, let it go. The meditation will have you contemplating consenting to reality. If this is your first time doing a prenatal video, make sure you check out the Foundational prenatal videos to learn how to find and work the pelvic floor, bracing the core for pregnancy, and other great info for pregnant women. Grab a chair, a couple of pillows, water, a block, and any other props you would like for support.
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
The beautiful, calming music during class is by Francesca La Rosa, and the amazing Gregorian Chant is by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
This is a gentle class that works the whole body and is suitable for all trimesters. Before starting any kind of exercise when expecting, always check with your doctor for clearance. There are so many changes going on in your body right now, and everyone is different, so please listen to your own body and only do what feels right for you. Check out the Foundational prenatal videos to learn more about the changes going on in your body in each trimester and other great info that will help you get more from these exercises to prepare you for childbirth. The prayers and meditations will have you contemplating relying on God’s strength. Have a chair or wall nearby, a couple of pillows and some water, and let’s begin!
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
The beautiful, calming music during class is by Francesca La Rosa, and the amazing Gregorian Chant is by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
This is the 5th class in the series that is designed to help postpartum women realign the spine, strengthen the back, abs, and pelvic muscles, and help with relaxation, stress management, and spiritual and emotional well-being. This series of classes are progressive, so start with #1 and only move through the series when you feel you have mastered this class without losing form. The meditation will have you contemplating providing security in a broken world. If you have not already, check out the Foundational Postnatal videos with Dr. Jillian Stecklein.
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
Gregorian Chant is by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
This is the 4th class in the series that is designed to help postpartum women realign the spine, strengthen the back, abs, and pelvic muscles, and help with relaxation, stress management, and spiritual and emotional well-being. This series of classes are progressive, so start with #1 and only through the series when you feel you have mastered this class without losing form. The meditation will have you contemplating to whom do your children belong. If you have not already, check out the Foundational Postnatal videos with Dr. Jillian Stecklein.
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
Gregorian Chant is by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
This is the 3rd class in the series that is designed to help postpartum women realign the spine, strengthen the back, abs, and pelvic muscles, and help with relaxation, stress management, and spiritual and emotional well-being. This series of classes are progressive, so start with #1 and only move through the series when you feel you have mastered each class without losing form. The meditation will have you contemplating marriage. If you have not already, check out the Foundational Postnatal videos with Dr. Jillian Stecklein.
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
Gregorian Chant is by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
This is the 2nd class in the series that is designed to help postpartum women realign the spine, strengthen the back, abs, and pelvic muscles, and help with relaxation, stress management, and spiritual and emotional well-being. This series of classes are progressive, so start with #1 and only move on to #2 when you feel you have mastered this class without losing form. The meditation will have you contemplating receiving help during this time. If you have not already, check out the Foundational Postnatal videos with Dr. Jillian Stecklein.
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
Gregorian Chant is by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
Before beginning this series, check out the Foundational Postnatal videos with Dr. Jillian Stecklein. This is the first class in the series that is designed to help postpartum women realign the spine, strengthen the back, abs, and pelvic muscles, and help with relaxation, stress management, and spiritual and emotional well-being. This series of classes are progressive, so start with #1 and only move on to #2 when you feel you have mastered this class without losing form. The meditation will have you contemplating a tribute to motherhood.
Clare Schiller, Foundation 3 Pietra Fitness Instructor
Gregorian Chant by Donna Stewart and Ron Andrico of Mignarda.
Stretch, strengthen, and tone as you elevate the heart rate ANDwork on balance! Sound good? Join Jill as she leads you through a series ofexercises that will accomplish all that! The best part is you can accompany OurLady while meditating on the Most Glorious Mysteries.
St. Pope John Paul II, Rosarium Virginis Mariae
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You will not want to miss this core class that will improve functional strength for daily activities, while toning and strengthening the entire trunk. It is an intermediate class but can be suitable for advanced participants as well. Come and stand at the foot of the Cross with Mary as we meditate on the Sorrowful Mysteries.
St. Pope John Paul II, Rosarium Virginis Mariae
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Take care of yourself by having a day of recovery and restoration between your workouts with a class that gently stretches and strengthens the body. This class was designed to revitalize the nervous system, ease pain, and restore joint and muscle movement. The slower mellow pace makes it conducive to contemplate with Our Blessed Mother, the mysteries of light.
St. Pope John Paul II, Rosarium Virginis Mariae
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This class is a total body workout that tones the body while bringing on the sweat. In certain parts of the class, Jhoe gives you the option to raise the heart rate more by making it high impact or keep it a low impact class. Your choice. She uses a paper plate (slider), but you can do the class without it. Spend time with Mary as she leads you to the secret of Christian joy!
St. Pope John Paul II, Rosarium Virginis Mariae
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This class focuses on the lower body but hits all major muscle groups. Be transported to Mary’s side as you think about the Rosary as a contemplative prayer.
St. Pope John Paul II, Rosarium Virginis Mariae,
Your body and a mat are all you need to bring to this total body workout that focuses on the upper body using your own body weight. Lori hits all upper body muscles including the small shoulder muscles. Come and be with Mary as we meditate on the Rosary as a powerful weapon. Bring your own personal miracle with the Rosary, if you have one, and give thanks in the quiet resolution portion of class.
Excerpt from In Conversation with God, Francis Fernandez (Scepter Press)
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Learning how to correctly hinge at the hips is a skill that is perfected with practice; and you will get plenty of that in this short 11 minute class. You will work on the posterior chain (backside), mainly the glutes, hamstrings, and low back, as well as the core. But Lori has masterfully created a routine that will also give you a great shoulder and upper back workout. Well worth the 11 minutes!!
If you are looking for a full-body exercise that increases strength and flexibility, Inchworm is for you! This class will work your legs, arms, core and back, while the meditation will have you focusing on unity.
Fr. Ben O’Cinnsealaigh, Our Lady of Victory Parish Bulleting, July 10, 2022. Used with permission.
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Watch “Back Resistance Introduction” before doing one of the back resistance classes for the first time. As you become comfortable with the advanced class, try adding a little more weight or repetitions. You will need a barbell, body bar, or hand weights.
Watch “Back Resistance Introduction” before doing one of the back resistance classes for the first time. As you become comfortable with the intermediate class, you can try Back Resistance Advanced. You can always modify the class by adding more weight or decreasing the weight you use. You will need a barbell, body bar, or hand weights.
Watch “Back Resistance Introduction” before doing one of the back resistance classes for the first time. As you become comfortable with it, you can try “Back Resistance Intermediate. You can always modify the class by adding more weight or decreasing the weight you use. You will need a barbell, body bar, or hand weights.
Proper form means you reap all the benefits of your workout and avoid injuries at the same time. Watch this intro video before doing any of the back resistance classes so that you can grow stronger while staying safe. When you know the benefits of resistance training, you will want to incorporate it into your regular fitness regime. According to the National Library of Medicine, Resistance training may promote bone development, with studies showing 1% to 3% increase in bone mineral density. Resistance training may be effective for reducing low back pain and easing discomfort associated with arthritis and fibromyalgia and has been shown to reverse specific aging factors in skeletal muscle. Working specifically on the back, the exercises in this series may improve your posture, tone your body, and help protect from back pain and injury. You will need a barbell, body bar, or hand weights.
We are always bending forward or twisting in everyday life, but rarely do we side bend unless we are in a Pietra Fitness class! Side bends lengthen the trunk muscles, as well as hips, and thigh muscles, while keeping the spine supple. Side bends are also known to help you breathe more deeply. For all these reasons, you are going to want to do this class! Jill uses a block, but feel free to use a book, bolster, pillow, or nothing at all. The prayers and meditation will have you contemplating gratitude.
Excerpt from In Conversation with God, Francis Fernandez (Scepter Press)
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Kick your practice up a notch with this advanced lunges class. Lunges are a functional, powerful exercise that helps you to tone and strengthen almost every muscle in the lower body including the core, quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. You will also stretch the hip flexors. There are so many benefits to lunges, we just had to include them in this series. The meditation will have you thinking about the importance of sleep.
Pope Francis, January 2015, Meeting with Families, Philippines
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The busyness of life is a distraction from what really matters. Slower moving gentle Pietra Fitness classes can help us to focus on the profound reality of God’s love for us and His presence in our daily lives. Join Jessica in this restorative class that moves at a pace that leaves room for grace! The Scripture and meditation will have you contemplating the feminine gift of hospitality.
Excerpt from Manual for Women, Danielle Bean (TAN). Used with permission.
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Lunges are a functional, powerful exercise that helps you to tone and strengthen almost every muscle in the lower body including the core, quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. You will also stretch the hip flexors. There are so many benefits to lunges, we just had to include them in this series. Once you feel confident with the intermediate class, challenge yourself in the advanced lunges class. The meditation will have you thinking about the feminine gift of sensitivity.
Excerpt from Manual for Women, Danielle Bean (TAN). Used with permission.
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Having strong and healthy hamstrings are important for us to carry out the everyday tasks of walking, running, jumping and bending the knee. This class will not only strengthen the hamstrings, but will lengthen them for the perfect recipe for happy hamstrings. The meditation will have you thinking about the call of every woman.
Excerpt from Manual for Women, Danielle Bean (TAN). Used with permission
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An advanced class that works the whole body but focuses on the lower body. With flows that cultivate balance, stability, flexibility, and strength. The meditation and Scripture will have you contemplating being the woman God created you to be.
Excerpt from Manual for Women, Danielle Bean (TAN). Used with permission.
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A gentle class for women with modifications for prenatal mamas – suitable for all stages of pregnancy. If you are pregnant, please check with your doctor before doing this class, and only do what feels right for you. Have one or two pillows handy, and a chair or wall for balance. The meditations and Scripture will have you contemplating Motherhood: the Feminine Gift of Receptivity - physically as well as spiritually.
Excerpt from Manual for Women, Danielle Bean (TAN). Used with permission.
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This 20-minute hip mobility and strength class can impact how you move throughout your day. Jill uses a block, but feel free to use a book or nothing at all. If you suffer from tight, weak hips, join us for Hip Fit and get back to doing the things you love. The prayers and meditation will have you focusing on how daily meditation helps us to say “yes” to God.
Holy Family School of Faith, Rosary Meditation for May 5, 2022, Letting Jesus Say ‘Yes” Through Us. Used with permission.
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Come ready to work hard, and prepare to sweat! You will challenge your whole body while focusing on balance and core strength using a balance dome (bosu ball). If you don’t have a balance dome, no worries, you can use the floor and still get a good workout. Light to medium weights are used but not required. The meditations will have you focusing on the Beatitudes and how they are the owner’s manual to life.
Holy Family School of Faith, Rosary Meditation for February 25, 2022, The Owner’s Manual to Life. Used with permission.
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This 30-minute class uses a wide variety of exercises to strengthen and stabilize the core muscles, including the abdominals, lower back, hips, and, most specifically, the obliques. The meditation focuses on Silence.
Holy Family School of Faith daily Rosary, Divine Mercy Day 8, April 22, 2022. Used with permission.
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Are you looking for a fitness class that targets all major muscle groups for a total body workout? Look no further, you have it here and don’t even need weights! You’ll love the guitar music and the straightforward pace. The prayers and meditations will have you focusing on returning to the Father.
Fr. Ben O’Cinnsealaigh, Pastor of Our Lady of Victory Parish, Cincinnati, OH, Fr. Ben’s Column for the week of March 27, 2022
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Everyone wants to have toned, shapely shoulders and upper back for summer, right? Look no further! Jill doesn’t use weights for this gentle class, but you can make it an intermediate one with the addition of light weights. She suggests 1 lb to start and no more than 3-5 lbs because of the work on the small muscles around the shoulders. The meditation focuses on beginning again when you fall.
Holy Family School of Faith, Daily Rosary Podcast, I’ve Fallen and Can Get up, 2022.Used with permission.
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Lower-body exercises build strength in the lower back, hips, glutes, and legs and build foundational strength for everyday movements. Join Jill for this fun lower body strength class with Irish music, and prayers and meditations on St. Patrick!
St. Pope John Paul II, Holy Mass in Drogheda, Saturday, 29 September 1979
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There is a saying, “it is not how hard you train, but how well you recover.” Recovery days don’t have to be spent vegging in front of the TV but can be used to promote restoration and repair. Join this restorative class that encourages muscle repair and relaxation. You will have given your body time to replenish, and Jhoe will help you find muscles you didn’t know you had! She uses blocks and a strap but you can use books and a towel, or nothing at all. The calming music will help you to focus on St. Joseph and your intentions for the last day of the novena.
Pope John Paul II, Redemptoris Custos
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This total body strength class includes squats, lunges, rows, kettlebell swings, planks, and more! Rachel will warm you up before class and conclude it with some great stretches that will leave you feeling relaxed and ready for your day! You will have time to focus on your intentions for the novena while contemplating St. Joseph, Most Faithful.
Are you looking for a class that increases flexibility, strengthens your muscles, and builds muscular endurance? Look no further! This workout focuses on building strength in your upper body while also providing calming movement. Modify the class to work for you. As you build strength and endurance, you can increase the time you hold each posture or increase the reps for the sequences. Need an extra challenge? Consider repeating all or part of the class. The Scripture and Prayers will have you contemplating the Beatitude; Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness.
Holy Family School of Faith, Rosary Meditation for February 17, 2022, Blessed are the Those Hunger. Used with permission.
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Join this fun cardio kickboxing class that engages multiple muscle groups that is sure to leave you feeling stronger than ever. It is a 40-second work and 20-second break with front kicks, side kicks, alternating knee crunches, alternating oblique crunches, and more. Spiritually, we will focus on St. Joseph, Zealous Defender of Christ.
This lower body and core strength advanced workout includes various exercises that target the legs, hips, glutes, abs, and back. The slower intentional movements, longer holds on the poses, and core moves will challenge balance, stability, stamina, and strength. You will use your own body weight as resistance to build long, lean muscles! You will leave the class feeling challenged and motivated. The prayers and meditation focus on the Beatitude, Blessed are the Poor in Spirit.
Holy Family School of Faith, Rosary Meditation for February 14,2022, Blessed are the Poor in Spirit. Used with permission.
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If you are looking for a classto stabilize, strengthen, stabilize, and promote flexibility in the body, thisis the class for you. Be prepared to move and sweat as Lori takes you throughflows, lunges, squats, balance poses, core work, and more. The prayers andmeditations will have you focusing on St. Joseph, Head of the Holy Family.
Excerpt from In Conversation with God, Francis Fernandez (Scepter Press)
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If you don’t have time for a long workout, but you want to warm-up, elevate your heart rate and sweat, and then wind down with a beautiful stretch and pray at the same time, then this class is for you! You can do it all in less than 30 minutes! If this is your first time trying it, see the short Instructional Video prior to beginning. Don’t forget your water and towel! The meditation focuses on Friendship with Jesus.
Holy Family School of Faith, Rosary Meditation for January 24, 2022, Friendship with Jesus. Used with permission.
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Are you ready to get strong, reduce body fat, and burn calories more efficiently? St. Joseph Novena: Day 5 – Strength to the rescue! Rachel will have you doing chest presses, push-ups, squats, flies, and more while using hand weights. Spiritually, we will focus on St. Joseph, Terror of Demons.
This energetic class will leave you sweaty and energized. Starting with a warm-up, you will move into heart-pumping intervals of work that target the lower body. Squats, lunges, skaters, planks, bear crawls, burpees, and more are included. Don’t forget your water and towel! The meditation focuses on the Beatitude; Blessed are the Meek.
Holy Family School of Faith, Rosary Meditation for February 14,2022, Blessed are the Meek. Used with permission.
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Did you know that you should engage in cardio activity at least 3 days a week for maximum benefit? This class will increase your heart rate and respiration and raise oxygen and flow using large muscle groups doing 30-second rounds of knee kicks, front kicks, bob and weaves, alternating knee crunches, and alternating oblique crunches. We ask for St. Joseph’s intercession in this day four novena under his title, St. Joseph, Comfort of the afflicted.
It is always good to have a few restore days built into your workout schedule. These are the days you can work on your stability, coordination, flexibility, relaxation, and restoration. It can reduce soreness by breaking up the lactic acid, work on muscle imbalances, and help speed recovery. Day 3 of the St. Joseph Novena is a great class to actively recover while focusing on St. Joseph, Foster Father of the Son of God.
Excerpt from In Conversation with God, Francis Fernandez (Scepter Press)
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No matter your age or fitness level, resistance training is for everyone! And, it doesn’t need to take hours lifting weights in the gym. Rachel will lead you through a series of exercises that will build muscle mass, strength, and endurance. Get strong with us while asking for St. Joseph, Lover of Poverty, to intercede for us in this day 2 Novena.
Offer your intentions to St. Joseph on day 1 of the St. Joseph Novena while getting your heart rate up - with 40 seconds of work and a 20-second rest. Rachel will start you off with a 1-minute boxer shuffle before Knee Kicks, Side Kicks, alternating knee crunches, punches, speedbag squats, and more.
Limited on time? In this express class, you will perform a wide variety of exercises to tone and strengthen the muscles in the upper body, including the core muscles.
Exercise is one of the best things you can do for your long-term spine health and maintain healthy, pain-free mobility. Keeping your spine in good condition will allow you to move in comfort now and as you age. In this 30-minute class, Jill will move your spine in all planes of movement, focusing on the core, spinal extension, flexion, and rotation. The meditation will have you contemplating "Reliance on God". Jill dedicated this class to her mother, Marsha Kuhlman, who passed away two days before taping. May her soul rest in peace.
Holy Family School of Faith, Rosary Meditation for February 12, 2022, Reliance on God. Used with permission.
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A proper post-workout can help to relieve stress, prevent muscle soreness, and prevent injury. It may also help prevent lactic acid buildup so that you are not as sore. This class is designed to mobilize the body and bring about neurological recovery post-workouts. Jhoe uses a dowel that you can purchase at a hardware store, but you can also use a broom or nothing at all.
Are you looking for a cardio class that is different, fun, and will engage your mind? Forget your traditional workouts, put on your gloves and get ready for a full body workout like no other! Fitness boxing is a fantastic cardio workout that improves strength, oxygen levels, and cognitive skills. It requires you to put your entire body into it, pushing off from your feet, rotating your torso, coordinating body and hands, as well as your brain – all at once. Marked as advanced, but suitable for intermediate by stopping for more breaks and listening to your body. Don’t worry if you don’t have gloves, just use your hands and join us for this high-energy, sweat-inducing boxing workout!
This 11-min core class is designed to strengthen the muscles of the lower abdominals, upper abdominals, obliques, and back with non-stop core boosting moves and a plank challenge at the end. Use this as a stand-alone workout or as a great addition to other workouts.
Are you feeling stress or anxious and looking for a way to relax? Or do you just want to unwind? Deep breathing is one of the best ways to lower stress in the body. It is a gift from God, and it is free! Join Jill for an 11-minute video that will have you at ease and calm in no time! No need for music here, the sound of the waves are great for activating your parasympathetic nervous system helping you to breathe easy.
Are you ready to dance, kick, and step? We are! Rachel will lead you in a 30 second work/20 second walk or jog. You will have fun as you do right and left rockstep, shuffle side zig zag, grapevine (woohoo!), heel taps plus front kick, and much more to get your heart rate up. Won’t you join us?
Let’s sweat it out in this Cardio Kickboxing Burner!! Build stamina, improve coordination and flexibility, and burn a ton of calories as you build lean muscle with this fun and challenging workout. You will leave this class feeling ready to take on whatever the day brings you!!
Are you ready to sweat and feel the burn with this Total Body bodyweight strength class? Incorporating strength and cardio gets your heart rate up for a total calorie burner. You will be doing Curls, Fire Hydrants, Sprints, Chest Presses, Deadlifts, Rows, Lunges and Planks!
This Full Body class is a complete and constant workout incorporating weights, with minimal rest! In this class you will be doing Reverse Lunges, Burpees, Arabesque, Reverse Flys, Rows Pulsing, Alternating Chest Press, and Regular Chest Press. Make sure you have some water and a towel for this one!
Are you ready to get your heart rate up and gain some strength in this Beginner Cardio class? There will be 30 seconds of work and 30 seconds of walk or job. In the workout, you will have wall mountain climbers, ski/skater jumps, jump rope, squat crunches, and a 30 second speedbag, with a fun little 10 second surprise at the end!
This is a great beginner Total Body workout, using 30 seconds right – 30 seconds L with a cardio interval bursts throughout the workout! The combination of Curls to Press, Fire Hydrants, Hands and Knees Back Kicks, Jogging, Rows, Pushups, Reverse lunges, and Kneeling Balance Crunch with a 30 second Jump rope burn out at the end, will surely help you sweat out the stress and toxins!
Join us in this Beginner, 22-minute Total Body Workout. You will be doing 40 seconds of work and 20 seconds of walking or resting. Exercises Include: Pushups, Squats, Bicep curls, Arabesque, and Rows. You will leave this class feeling amazing and strong!
Nothing is more gratifying than a strength leg burn! Lori will lead you through a series of squat variations and lunges in this quick 12-minute lower body workout that will sure having you feeling the burn. Be prepared for the bonus heel lifts!
It's all about the shoulders! Even though Jill works out the whole arm in this class, she focuses on shoulders, which is an important part of any arm strength regimen. This class will help to increase the range of motion and improve the stability and function of the shoulder joint. Have fun with trap music and leave feeling like you can move better! The meditation will have you contemplating God’s Mission for us.
Fr. Ben O’Cinnsealaigh, Pastor of Our Lady of Victory Parish, Cincinnati, OH, Fr. Ben’s Column for January 23, 2022.
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This complete body workout challenges both your muscular strength and muscular endurance. Every muscle group is targeted, leaving you feeling worked from head to toe! Jhoe uses light, medium, and heavier hand weights, but use what works best for you. It is an intense workout for the advanced participant, but finishes up with a full body stretch which will have you feeling great at the end!
Are you looking for an amazing leg workout for building strength and power in your lower body? You are in the right place! Rachel will have you doing squats with pulses, wide squats with pulses, kettle bell swings, single leg deadlifts, reverse lunge plus kicks, and more. Get ready to work and sweat!
Are you ready to focus on strengthening and toning your trunk? You can use this workout by itself, or you can use it in addition to our other routines for additional core work. Rachel begins with plank which provides an effective warm-up plus it works all the major core muscles as well. She then moves into reverse plank, side crunches, slow mountain climbers, forearm planks, and more! What are you waiting for?
Even the simplest every day movements require leg strength. Incorporating this quick 10-minute leg workout will help you to achieve that! Rachel will work all the major muscle groups of the legs with squats, fire hydrants, leg pulses, inner thigh leg lifts, and more.