Much the same way a Barre or Pilates class adds light weights to help build strength, Alkalign’s original Align class utilizes light weights to strengthen the arms and shoulders, often while also working other areas of the body, such as quads or glutes.
This is a great way to work out and I recommend you continue with this method; HOWEVER, I would also suggest you start adding Build to your routine.
In Build we simplify the exercises so that we are not splitting the focus, adding much heavier weights to build muscle for each muscle group, rather than simply trying to maintain what we have. This is especially important for (peri)menopausal women, as we lose significant muscle mass each decade starting in our 30s. Lean muscle is vital for protecting our bones (among a host of other things), which again are at increased risk as we age. Loss of muscle is also the main thing to blame for the weight gain that often comes as we age.
In short: your regular Barre/Pilates/Align, etc. workout routine is wonderful, but it’s simply not enough. Adding heavier weights to those classes is not recommended, and will likely lead to injury and long recovery time. Build is here to complement those routines, and give you the strength you need FOR LIFE.
Our Intro to Build Bundle is a great place to start. This collection of five introductory Build classes will educate, empower, and inspire you to invest in your strongest self.
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