Our workouts are about to get even more SPICY! 🌶️ I’m always striving to make MCG classes challenging, fun, inclusive, empowering, and dynamic. Here are my favorite products that will take your workouts to the next level:
1. Bala Bangles - You’ve seen me using these in almost every class, and I can’t stop talking about them! Not only are they super cute, but they’re incredibly effective. Whether you’re working out, doing regressions or progressions, or just spicing up your daily walk, the 1lb and 2lb weights are my favorite. Plus, they’re easy to clean and travel with!
2. Stakt Mat -This revolutionary foldable multi-purpose fitness and yoga mat has quickly become one of my favorite MCG class props. The extra padding is perfect for protecting your joints during exercises like kneeling glutes and abs. It also adds a challenge to your balance during core stability moves like single-leg deadlifts and curtsy lunges. Stakt mats are available onsite during MCG in-person classes at Flex DC—try them out in class or grab one for your home workouts!
3. Amazon Basics 2lb Hand Weights - An MCG classic prop for sculpting dancer arms! Grab your ones, twos, threes, Balas, or even just your body weight, put on a 4-minute song, and get your dancer arms moving. We love progression, so start with 1lb and work your way up. I recommend capping at 3lbs to keep your shoulders sculpted and strain-free.
4. Heavy Weights - By now, you’ve probably heard about the benefits of weight lifting for women (and everyone), and I’m here to confirm it! Adding progressions into your workouts is key. The MCG Total Body Burn format is the perfect way to start lifting heavier while getting your cardio in. The benefits of weight lifting are endless—muscle density, balance, heart health, and more. So, grab those heavier weights and start lifting!
5. Water - Staying hydrated is super important, especially post class. I love adding electrolytes for extra taste and hydration. My current favorite brand is LMNT in the grapefruit salt flavor.
I hope these essentials help you feel even more strong, confident, and empowered during your workouts. Let’s keep crushing it together!
