Q&A about Curves Westshore

Frequently Asked Questions for the Curves Workout How many calories are burned during the Curves workout? The number of calories burned during the workout will vary with your intensity and fitness level. Calories burned can range from 150-522 per workout. In addition to the calories burned during the workout, you are also increasing your metabolism from strength training, which will allow your body to burn more calories throughout the day. Remember to work hard and focus on the overall goal-a healthy lifestyle! Why do I need to check my heart rate? It is imperative that you check your heart rate every 8 minutes as indicated by the cue on the music compact disk. Heart rate checks help us determine whether or not you need to modify the intensity of your workout in order to create better results. It also alerts us if you are working too hard and need to lower your heart rate in order to prevent over exertion. For this reason heart rate checks are mandatory. Can I workout more than 3 times per week? We recommend that you utilize the Curves workout three times per week due to the need for muscle recovery from strength training. If you desire to work out every day, modify your workout on alternating days by moving the machines more slowly. By working on the machines more slowly, you will be moving a resistance that is less than 50% of your maximum lifting ability. This will still elevate the heart rate to its target zone and provide a cardiovascular workout, but remain below the threshold for strength training. What if I reach a weight loss plateau? There are multiple situations that could spark a weight loss plateau. When the body begins losing weight due to a change in diet and/or activity level, it will try to reach homeostasis, or a state of balance. The body will react by trying to reserve energy sources, possibly affecting weight loss. However, once homeostasis is reached, weight loss will resume as long as a healthy lifestyle is maintained. Another reason for plateaus could be hormonal imbalances throughout pre-menopause, menopause, and post-menopause. Hormonal changes during this time usually result in weight gain. A common misconception about dieting can also result in a plateau. Women tend to restrict calories too much, lowering their metabolism. Research has shown that we need to intake enough healthy calories to increase our metabolism. If you are experiencing a plateau, review your diet and exercise regimen. Keep a food journal to ensure that you are eating a balanced diet and check your intensity during your workout. Work hard! The Curves Workout should be the toughest 30 minutes of your day! How many times do I go around the circuit? The Curves workout is an amazing exercise that combines strength training and cardiovascular exercise in just 30 minutes! The equipment and number of times around the circuit will vary with each facility but the bottom line is the same: Warm-up the first three to five minutes 20 minutes of sustained cardiovascular work Cool down the last three to five minutes Stretch If you feel like you can exercise at Curves longer than 30 minutes, we encourage you to work harder! Our research has validated the results of the 30 minute workout. Is it safe to work out during my pregnancy? Curves recommends that pregnant and/or postpartum women consult their personal physician before beginning or continuing our exercise program. Once approved your local staff member can work closely with you in developing a program that is safe and effective. Advanced Workout Ready for a challenge? Looking for a way to take your workout to the next level? Try the Advanced Workout!If you are a healthy member and have been exercising at Curves for over three months, you may participate in the Curves Advanced Workout. A Curves staff member will work with you individually to create a workout assignment especially for you! Your heart rate, intensity, and alignment will be monitored while you push yourself to set goals and increase your results! See your Curves staff members to set your appointment! If you're a Curves 6 Week Solution class participant you should know... Strength training and building lean muscle accelerates your calorie burning potential. Curves allows you to get a complete aerobic and strength training workout in just 30 minutes. The system is built around easy-to-learn hydraulic resistance machines, so there are no cumbersome weight stacks to change or manage. The machines are designed specially for women. And Curves makes it fun. Many of our members say that their time at Curves is the fastest 30 minutes of their week! The laughter, conversation, and sense of support that you see at the typical Curves is different from any other health club you may have visited in the past.