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The 10 Spot: Local Workouts in El Dorado County and Foothills

Dec 30, 2016 11:37AM ● By Tara Mendanha

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Break a sweat and shed some of that holiday weight by choosing from a variety of local workouts that cater to every fitness level and need.


Power Yoga at Ohana Moon Yoga. This physically challenging class integrates poses with breath work, meditation and other elements of yoga in a heated room. 


BRIK at Kaia FIT. This six-week boot camp-style program records your current weight and physical fitness level, and provides nutritional guidance and a variety of workouts that yield satisfying results. 


Sculpt Plus at Powerhouse Gym. Improve bone density, muscle tone and strength at this weight-bearing workout that uses hand weights and resistance bands.



Ba-Lates at Sierra Ballet and Pilates. This class combines ballet barre with Pilates to enhance core flexibility, strengthen muscles and build endurance in abs, legs, hips and back. 


Mixed Martial Arts at Gold Country Martial Arts Center. Improve cardio health, lower cholesterol, increase flexibility and enhance motor skills at this class that combines some of the most effective martial arts in the world. 


HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) and Metabolic Mixers at Action Potential Personal Training Studio. Alternate between short periods of intense exercise with less-intense recovery periods, before finishing off with core-strengthening metabolic mixers and foam rolling. 



Precision Yoga at Main St. Yoga. Perfect your moves at this mixed-style class that incorporates vinyasa yoga and pays attention to alignment and technique to build balance, strength and flexibility. 


Belly Dance Core Fit at Energetic Care Wellness. Tighten your core, while improving posture, balance and muscle control at this fun workout. 


FOR KIDS! Creative Dance (ages 3-5) at Jammin’ Dance and Fitness. Little ones will explore the art of dance in a playful, stimulating and supportive environment, while developing creativity, physical fitness and interpersonal skills. 


Active Age at Unlocked Fitness. Seniors looking to stay fit can participate in these classes that include 30 minutes of activity focused on strength, mobility and flexibility.

By Tara Mendanha // photo by Dante Fontana