Did you know that Kanopy, the library’s video streaming service, has a bunch of workout videos you can stream for free? It gives you access to great ways to stay active while staying in your home. Search the “Sports and Fitness” section to see not just documentaries on various sports and sports topics, but guided lessons in everything from chair yoga to martial arts.
All the videos listed below can be found on Kanopy. You have 10 checkouts per month which are used once you hit the play button of a video. The checkouts, called play credits, are refilled at the beginning of the month. You can download Kanopy links for mobile and Roku devices here: https://laportelibrary.org/library-online/stream-download/. For a Kanopy web link for a computer, click the picture of Kanopy at the bottom of the page by the links. See below for a sample of what kind of workouts are offered!
Chair Yoga (37 minutes)
For those of us with limited mobility, yoga on a floor mat can seem like an activity that we’re better off skipping. But in this fun exercise session, you’ll discover how you can still perform basic yoga routines to work your whole body–all from the ease and accessibility of a chair.
Pilates Essentials (65 minutes)
Certified Pilates Instructor Lindsey Jackson has a unique teaching style and makes Pilates accessible, easy to follow and entertaining whilst bringing all the known benefits of a strong core, abdominal and back strength and calmness of mind
Tai Chi Partnered: From Connect to Merge (32 minutes)
Partner up and get ready to participate in a lesson on sustained contact partner Tai Chi from Tai Chi masters.
Partner Workout (46 minutes)
Grab a partner for this dynamic workout that features exercises to cover all your major muscle groups, including legs (calf raises), chest (wheelbarrow press), back (double standing arm row), shoulders (double reverse fly), arms (biceps curl), and abs (standing medicine ball toss).
Gymnastics for Children (52 minutes)
Coach Amy Eggleston teaches essential techniques for preschool through level two gymnasts. Among the topics covered are warm-ups, how to fall, skill progressions and drills for tumbling, balance beam, bars, and vault. These skills are incorporated into two fun obstacle courses to build confidence and correct techniques, as well as improve strength and coordination.
