When I was first in contact with Novo Body, (15928 Ventura Blvd., Suite 108, Sherman Oaks, CA 91436; 818.501.2639) I was intrigued. Most fitness classes focus on cardio and calories, but Novo Body was all about weight training. I have been working on getting more toned, so when they offered me and one of my bridesmaids a bridal bootcamp-kick start to our wedding bodies, we were in. After the first class, we were hooked.
Don’t get me wrong, I love my high intensity spin class and my Pilates that keeps me properly aligned and strong, but there is something about weight training that is a must for any body. In addition to feeling strong, getting stronger, and getting in incredible shape, weight training gets your body into a place where you are less likely to injure yourself and you have the correct posture (and you may just surprise yourself on just how strong you are).
Novo Body does offer cardio workouts, but I focused on the weight training classes because they take it to a new level and isolate each muscle group. Miguel, one of the creators, is patient, kind and teaches you the correct form, which is key in weight training. Plus, he teaches you how to lift properly. People think that you need to do thousands of reps of moderate weight, which he explains is just, “moving weight.” He teaches how you need to pick up the weight you think you can’t handle and do at least 8 reps. Heavy weights, less reps. You will learn how to lift, about your body, and how to change your body.
After five weeks, I feel stronger, more confident in how to lift, and I am seeing changes in my body. This new workout that will transform the way you look and feel with an experience like no other. Plus, you will have fun. The classes fly by while you are perfecting your muscles and you walk out feeling like you can conquer the world. Miguel is passionate about what he does and passionate about you changing your body with their high-intensity workouts that blend weight lifting, cardio and core work.
Novo Body was the perfect jump start to getting my bridesmaid and me ready for my wedding. The momentum that Novo Body has created has made us make healthier choices and surprise ourselves with out much we can lift. Get your butt to Novo and change the way you live, think, and train.
