Unleashing the Power of True High Intensity Interval Training
At Ridgeline, we believe in the transformative power of our full-body workout. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a fitness newbie, our workouts are designed to challenge you, inspire you, and deliver results.
All of our workouts incorporate the rowing machine because it provides amazing full-body benefits. But don’t worry - you’ll never spend an entire workout on the rowing machine. Most of our rowing intervals are 2 minutes or less.
The Benefits of Rowing
Rowing is more than just a way to break a sweat. It's a comprehensive workout that engages every major muscle group in your body, offering a multitude of benefits:
Full-Body Workout: Rowing activates 85% of your body's musculature, working your legs, core, and upper body in a single, fluid motion. It's a one-stop-shop for strength and endurance training. Unlike running or cycling that only focus on your lower body, rowing improves your full-body strength.
Low-Impact Exercise: Unlike running or other high-impact activities, rowing is gentle on your joints, making it a great option for individuals of all ages and fitness levels.
Calorie Burner: Rowing is a powerhouse when it comes to calorie burn. You can burn up to 600-800 calories per hour, making it an effective tool for weight management.
Cardiovascular Health: Rowing is a fantastic cardiovascular workout. It increases your heart rate, improves lung function, and boosts your overall cardiovascular health.
Strengthens the Posterior Chain: Rowing strengthens the often neglected posterior chain, including your back, glutes, and hamstrings, promoting better posture and reducing the risk of injury.
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
At Ridgeline, High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is the core methodology behind our workouts. HIIT involves short bursts of intense exercise followed by periods of rest or lower-intensity exercise. This combination supercharges the benefits of your workout:
Optimized Efficiency: Scientific studies have shown that HIIT workouts can deliver significant health and fitness benefits in a condensed timeframe. This makes HIIT an ideal solution for those seeking maximum results in minimal time.
Enhanced Caloric Burn: HIIT workouts are known for their high caloric expenditure during the workout. Additionally, the intensity of HIIT triggers the 'afterburn effect', or Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption (EPOC), which increases your metabolic rate and continues to burn calories for hours after the workout.
Boosted Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health: Research has demonstrated that HIIT workouts can lead to reductions in heart rate and blood pressure. HIIT is also associated with improved insulin sensitivity and better blood sugar control, contributing to overall metabolic health.
Muscle Development: HIIT workouts, particularly when combined with rowing, can lead to muscle gains in the legs and core. This is due to the intense bursts of effort that challenge these muscle groups, promoting strength and endurance.
Strength and Resistance Training
All Ridgeline workouts include functional strength training. This ensures you build functional strength that translates to everyday life and athletic performance.
Functional Strength Development: Our strength training focuses on movements that matter in real life. Using kettlebells and bodyweight exercises, we help you build strength that translates directly to daily activities and sports performance. Whether you're an athlete looking to improve your game or someone who wants to feel stronger carrying luggage and groceries, our program delivers results.
Injury Prevention and Resilience: Regular strength training helps build stronger bones, ligaments, and tendons. This increased structural strength makes your body more resilient and less prone to injury during both workouts and daily activities. Our trainers ensure proper form and technique, helping you build strength safely and effectively.
Improved Body Composition: Strength training is crucial for developing and maintaining lean muscle mass. More muscle means a higher resting metabolic rate, which helps with long-term weight management and body composition goals. Combined with our HIIT workouts, this creates a powerful formula for transforming your body.
Enhanced Core Stability: Our strength training exercises emphasize core engagement and stability. A stronger core improves your posture, reduces back pain, and enhances your performance in all physical activities. Every workout includes targeted core work to help you build a strong foundation.
Progressive Challenge: Our 12-week training cycles are designed to gradually increase in difficulty, allowing you to continually challenge yourself and see measurable progress. Whether you're new to strength training or an experienced athlete, our program meets you at your level and helps you advance.
The combination of rowing, HIIT, and strength training creates a comprehensive fitness program that builds strength, endurance, and overall fitness. Our expert trainers guide you through each movement, ensuring proper form and helping you get the most out of every workout.
Join Us at Ridgeline!
At Ridgeline, we're more than just a gym — we're a community. Our expert trainers are here to guide you, our state-of-the-art Concept2 Indoor Rowers are here to challenge you, and our supportive community is here to cheer you on. In our group classes, you'll find an environment that's welcoming, invigorating, and designed to help you thrive.
Discover the power of rowing and HIIT at Ridgeline. Join us today and start your journey towards better health and fitness.