Strength training classes for every level

You may already know how beneficial strength or resistance training can be – but if you're unsure where to begin, these classes on YogaEasy are a great place to start. They're designed to meet you exactly where you’re at, and offer a solid foundation from which to progress. 

Short and sweet bodyweight classes

Most body-weight exercises work multiple muscles and joints at once rather than training an isolated muscle or muscle group, so they’re a great foundation from which to build functional strength and mobility. Here are a few short and sweet classes to get you started.

Build your strength with Esther Ekhart, 14 mins, All levels
Focuses on developing core, arm, and leg strength and will leave you feeling both grounded and invigorated.

15 minutes of plank with Ruth Larkin - 15 mins, All Levels
Join Ruth as we move through different versions of Plank in manageable chunks. Before you know it, you will have planked for a full 15 minutes! 

Pyramid leg strength with MacKenzie, 14 mins, All Levels
This is no ordinary yoga class – but if you want to work your legs hard, this is your go-to practice! 

Adding a little load

Once you’ve got a bit more comfortable with bodyweight exercises, why not add in a little external load for some more challenge?

Improve your strength with Esther, 23 mins, Level 1/2
If you want to work on your strength and fitness in a yogic way, grab some light hand weights (or 2 cans of beans!) and give this a try!

Still standing with Ruth, 30 mins, Level 1/2
We’ll strengthen our legs and our posture in general and challenge our balance using a resistance band and a small ball

Yoga workout with Sandra, 38 mins, Level 1/2
Challenge yourself to get the taste of strength training in a class that blends yoga poses with workout exercises (and weights)  to strengthen your shoulders, upper arms, back and chest.

Yoga incorporating weights with Gemma, 30 mins, Level 2
For a little more challenge (perhaps using slightly heavier weights), join Gemma for a class that comprises simple yoga poses with the option of adding dumbbells. 

Up the ante!

If you’re strength training regularly you might be surprised how quickly you progress. The key question is, are you doing something you’re accustomed to; are you creating a stimulus for growth? For a little more challenge, check out the classes below:

Reformer-inspired abs with Ruth, 23mins, Level 2/3
No Reformer, no problem! Using just a blanket to slide on the floor and a resistance band, this short practice highlights the deep core connection.

Turkish get-up with David, 24mins, Level 2/3
Embrace your Poweryogi by learning the Turkish getup - an effective total body strength and mobility exercise. 

Pilates flow with weights with Anna, 49mins, Level 2/3
A pilates flow with weights to encourage more feedback following the arm movements and to help clarify the arm-shoulder blade connection.

Caring for your bones

If your bone health is an issue or you have been told to avoid loading the spine, it’s helpful to know what movements to avoid and how to adapt your practice for this issue. 

Bone safe abs with Ruth, 34mins, All levels
Understanding what you can and can’t do is important if bone density is a concern. Ruth takes you through some accessible core strength work and offers some useful tips to keep you feeling confident in your movements

Caring for your bones with Lyn, 49mins, All Levels
This  low-impact, bone-strengthening practice focuses on moving in and out of poses to strengthen around the joints. Wall space required or perhaps use the back of your sofa!

Perimenopause resistance with Ruth, 31mins, All Levels
Join Ruth, along with a stretchy band and/or ankle weights and learn how to support your body in this stage of life by incorporating more resistance and weight bearing for bone health.