While working and living at home, it can be hard to stay
fit. But exercise can help you alleviate stress, provide a distraction, and get
rid of some of those quarantine pounds. If you want to get up off the couch and
turn off Netflix and Zoom for a while, below are five local resources on how to
engage in healthy exercise, virtually.
Livestream Cardio Blast
This free event hosted by Footprints to Fitness is this
Friday, July 24, from 10 - 10:30 a.m. The class is for all levels and provides
an excellent cardio workout, so you can start your day with this virtual event,
no matter how fit—or out-of-shape—you are. For more information on how to
register, click here.
"Four Weeks of Movement" Course With Wild Lotus Yoga
This yoga class is great for those new to yoga or those
looking to reconnect with the activity. It begins Monday, July 20, at 6:30 p.m.
and lasts until 7:45 p.m. The costs are set on a sliding scale, based on your
means. Those interested in getting more connected with their bodies can find
more information here.
Live FitNOLA Hip-Hop Cardio Class
Love hip hop and want to have abs like Cardi B's? Get in the
groove with this class, presented by the New Orleans Recreation Development
Commission via Zoom. The class meets Mondays at 6 p.m. and Thursdays at 7 p.m.
For more information on how to join and other available activities, click this link.
Absolute Beginner Tap Class
It's not too late to pick up a new quarantine skill. Learn
to tap dance in this livestream lesson put on for those who have never, ever
done it before. You'll be Broadway-ready in no time! The class is held Tuesdays
from 7 - 7:45 via Zoom, and you can go to heiditaps.com
for more information on how to register.
Dancing Grounds
This Bywater dance school is offering a multitude of free
dance classes including Bounce 'n Line, Afro-Brazilian, Beginner Ballet, Jazz
Funk, and so many more, via their Facebook page. There's
something for every taste and fitness level. To donate in support of this
service, go to their website, at dancingrounds.org.
