How Do the Difficulty and Intensity Levels Work on Alo Moves?
Wondering how to find the perfect class for your level on Alo Moves? With a variety of difficulty and intensity levels to choose from, it’s understandable if you feel overwhelmed with all the options. In this article, we’ll show you how to decode the difficulty and intensity chart in the Alo Moves Class Finder.
What’s the difference between Difficulty and Intensity?
Difficulty refers to the level of skill and technique called for in a class. Intensity refers to the amount of exertion that a class or workout requires.
Difficulty Levels
There are four different difficulty levels on Alo Moves:
Beginner
Beginner classes are geared toward those who have little or no exposure to yoga or fitness. These classes offer more modifications and detailed instructions on fundamental poses and exercises. Beginner classes are perfect for someone who is looking to start a yoga practice or fitness routine, though they’re also suitable for all levels to practice and brush up on the basics with alignment and form. You can also find guided meditation and breathwork in this category.
Moderate
As the next step up from beginner classes, moderate classes include higher-level modifications and less instruction than you would find in a beginner class. Moderate classes are well-suited for those who have previous yoga and fitness experience and a basic understanding of poses, exercises, and class structure. This is an excellent choice if you’re trying to maintain consistency in your routine and increase your strength, skills, and flexibility.
intermediate
Looking for a challenge? Intermediate classes tend to weave in more difficult poses, high-intensity exercises, and challenging peak poses at a faster pace. These classes will help build your strength, deepen your flexibility, and enhance your body awareness by exploring creative transitions, trying arm balances and inversions, and mastering controlled breath and movement.
advanced
Advanced classes are designed for those with a strong and consistent yoga and fitness practice. These classes offer the perfect opportunity to explore your potential beyond what you’ll find in typical all-levels studio classes. Expect advanced-level inversions, arm balances, and backbends; challenging peak pose variations; deep flexibility; strength work; and tricky transitions. You’ll find your edge while exploring a greater level of strength, control, and skill work.
intensity Levels
Once you’ve identified your difficulty level, you can choose an intensity level based on your energy and the amount of exertion you feel comfortable with. There are four different intensity levels on Alo Moves:
Level 1
Ideal for those looking for a slower-paced, chill, or more restorative style of class. You’ll leave feeling calm, relaxed, and at ease.
Level 2
Great for those who want to move at a slow to moderate pace. You’ll feel comfortably challenged and explore a more dynamic range of movement.
Level 3
This is the best option for those looking to amp up the sweat factor. You’ll get your heart rate up, test your endurance, and challenge your limits with faster-paced movement and exercises.
Level 4
These classes are designed to test your limits. You’ll move at a fast pace to push yourself to your peak, increase your heart rate, and accelerate your breathing. Prepare to discover untapped levels of strength and endurance.
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