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12-10-21, 08:25 AM | |
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It used to bother me that you could always single out the modifier in workouts but not anymore. Being a seasoned exerciser, I know exactly how to modify exercises for my joint issues but still keep things intensified. It took me years but I'm finally there! Cathe is now very easy to modify and I'm super close with Yvette Bachmann's workouts, since she's a rather "new YT" instructor. Finding that balance is the key for me to stay injury-free, stay motivated and to maintain my endurance level.
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12-10-21, 10:31 AM | |
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I think it's important to remember that whatever level you're at is okay. As long as you're being consistent you will continue to improve even if you don't really push yourself. It's fine to modify permanently.
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12-10-21, 06:13 PM | |
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I also never felt "modify" was negative. I remember one Cathe workout where she actually chants, "Modify, modify, modify..." lol.
I do remember doing an Amy Bento hi-lo workout where Uchenna was the "modifier" but really, how is a jumping jack easier than literally just jumping with your feet together, even if you might spin around? LOL I'm modifying a lot these days. Especially any cardio moves on the floor, like burpees, jacks in push-up position (or anything in push-up position that isn't actually a pushup or a plank!). Seem to recall that Madison, a well-known and very fit and young background exerciser, was often the modifier.
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12-11-21, 08:16 AM | |
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I think of modifying as simply adapting or personalizing the workout. I consider myself an advanced exerciser, not because I'm the strongest or fastest, but because I'm experienced and knowledgeable. I played sports throughout school and college. I know what my body needs and wants (and doesn't want) and I know when something doesn't feel right.
Sometimes a modified move isn't necessarily easier, just simpler. If I don't want to spin or pivot, I can march or lunge. I have a step workout that uses jumping jacks as a filler. I do squats. If a workout is marketed to beginners, I think it's important to show easier/simpler modifications, with the reassurance that it's all good - just keep moving. Someone new to exercising may not know the options and think they have to do everything as shown.
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12-13-21, 08:46 AM | ||
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Best workouts are ones where you have the option to keep an angle where the modifications are constantly visible. Even if I don't use them, I usually learn something. The term 'modify' has absolutely no negative connotations attached to it for me. It means what it means. Me and my kitty know I'm giving it my all no matter what!
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