Recommendations

Everybody is responsible for settin up his or her own equipment for the class. The equipment you will need to grab and put in a spot is:

• A step and 4 risers
• A bar
• 2 collars
• Weights

General weight recommendations for the first class:

• Women: Use 2 medium and 2 small plates
• Men: Use 2 large, 2 medium and 2 small plates

These recommendations might seem conservative. However, remember that your initial goal is to learn the class structure, equipment and basic technique, not to lift as much weight as you can.

If you feel as though you have a higher level of conditioning as it relates to the class, you can experiment by increasing the weight. It is important to know, however, that if you have made an incorrect weight selection , you should feel comfortable stopping at any point within the track to either rest or adjust your weight. Alternatively, you can start the track with your weight selection and, if your muscles fatigue, simply continue the track with plates.

• Have you ever exercised?
• Have you ever weight trained?
• Have you ever participated in group fitness?
• Do you have any injuries or problems that might affect your ability to participate in the class?