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Exercises like downward-facing dog and chaturanga push-ups kick up the intensity, emphasizing core engagement and muscle endurance. Jen instructs participants to scoop their bellies in and curl their spines, focusing on controlled movements that build not just strength, but also body awareness.
Core and Balance Work
As the class advances, focus shifts to a series of dynamic movements where participants utilize their core strength to perform various leg lifts, twists, and lunges. By demonstrating how to step into high lunges and warrior poses while maintaining balance, Jen urges participants to challenge their limits and embrace the physical sensations of strength, which can sometimes feel intense but is a sign of progress.