Issue 2: Programming: Planes of motion
May 2021
Welcome to the second issue of the Aha Atlas Newsletter! This month, we’re talking about how to build balanced bodies and minds. We show you how to program with all the planes of motion, and share why it matters to you and your client. We also dish about our favorite programming strategies, and how to overcome your inner critic. You don’t want to miss this one!
Learn
Let’s explore a teaching concept.
Kai-Ting still remembers the first time she wrote a program for a reformer class. It took her 6 hours to write and learn by heart. 😅 She would have saved some heartache (and time) if she’d watched this video beforehand. Join her in this Learn video to —
Review the planes of motion and the major joint movements that happen in each plane
Learn the one programming guideline you need to know
Learn how to apply that guideline to create a balanced workout
Move
Move with us in this mini-class (10-20 minutes).
Join Kai-Ting for a fun-filled mini class that takes you through all the planes of motion, and leaves you feeling more balanced.
P.S. She says this is the most delicious mat workout she’s created in a long time. She also says you should roll out your mat and click play.
Props: None (Just you and your mat!)
Grow
Boost your confidence and resilience with us.
Have you ever wanted to hide after teaching a class, thinking, that went terribly...that student hates me...I’m going to get a horrible review...I’m an awful teacher…
You’re not alone! We’ve experienced this downward spiral many times. You could keep beating yourself up and feeling miserable, or you could watch this Grow video. There is a simple way to stop the spiral and use the experience to build a stronger career. In this video, Talese shares her secrets to making the most of your inner monologue.
As a bonus, we created an editable template in Google Sheets to help you process runaway thoughts and guide them toward a positive and helpful trajectory. Once you view the template, make a copy for yourself, and it’s yours to customize. Now you’re on your way to more balanced thoughts and a happier mind.
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See you next month for our next issue!
xo Talese & Kai-Ting
