Jumping into the group exercise world can be overwhelming. If you have never entered this space or are hopping back in, here’s your guide to finding your “fit” here at MINT. 

Figure Out What Movement Your Body Responds To. 

• The MINT schedule has a wide variety of classes with varying intensities. Read the class description online and choose a few to try out! 

Know Each Instructor Is Different.

• While the class title may be the same, each instructor puts their own spin on the session. Take some time to experiment with each of our incredible instructors to see who you work with the best!

Remember Movement Is A Practice. 

• In any MINT class, the goal is never perfection—it’s progress. Like any skill, strength and movement take time to build up. Give yourself the grace to remember movement is a lifelong practice! MINT classes provide the opportunity to both try new skills and build on existing strengths in a safe, empowering space. 

Remember Group Classes Aren’t Competition, They’re Community.

• MINT prides itself on its inclusive environment, especially in our group exercise classes. Our community is here to hype you up throughout your wellness journey! While participating in a class is YOUR self-care time, there is the extra bonus of built-in friends and cheerleaders. 

Sign up for a class this week! 

Never taken a MINT signature Power Playground class but always wanted to? Check out these tips from our Cycling Director and Power Playground instructor Ori Korin before jumping into your first class!

1. HYDRATE! (Don’t follow Ori’s lead, hydrate with water, not iced coffee – iykyk)
2. Get your Life Together: This is the kind of class where you want to wear your good socks, the ones that don’t slip; your best workout headband — no bangs in the face…you know what we mean. Don’t let your gear get in the way of your EXPERIENCE.
3. Arrive To Class Early. If you’re in the gym: get there early and set up your space, taking note of the equipment you’re using and grabbing different varieties you may need. If you’re at home: Zoom on in, load your playlist, set up your space, and make sure you can see AND hear your coach!
4. Ask Questions. Feel free to ask questions, take a lower-or-higher-impact option, or scale the workout however you need – this is not a performance or a contest!
5. Encourage Your Fellow MINT Members. Whether you’re on-screen or in person, cheer on your fellow classmates, and yourself! It’s always more fun — and research tells us we get better results — with positive reinforcement!
6. Post-Class Review. After class, take stock of what felt good, what needed improvement, and what you want to try to work on. Each class is an opportunity to train and learn more about your body. If there was something you liked, tell the coach. If there was something that could’ve been better, let them know, too, or submit a feedback form, and maybe try a different instructor next time. MINT has a lot to offer!

For any of our seasoned members, do you have any tips to add? Let us know!