Madroña Elementary 2012 California Distinguished School Winner
612 Camino Manzanas, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (805) 498-6102
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Fitness
Get Moving in May
Join the fun every Monday & Wednesday mornings for the month of May in the MPR for 30 minute body sculpting fitness class! Exercise program emphasis will be on core & “glute “strengthening with attention to overall body sculpting. More
School-Wide "Plank Off"
We had an exciting school wide fitness challenge. This was an event that was spearheaded by our fitness chair Aimee Sturges. Yes, today we hosted a "Plank Off." All staff, students and parents were invited to participate in a 30-second plank challenge. It was awesome to see so much red on the blacktop. Great job Aimee!
Read the entire story in the VC Star
About the Instructor
We are very fortunate to have the passion and spirit of Coach Aimee Sturges on campus. She has the knowledge to teach people of all ages and provide motivational fitness utilizing her broad experiences. Aimee’s education includes a master of education in health and physical education.
Her goal? Aimee’s goal for her students and clients isn’t perfection but rather positive change, something she says we are all capable of achieving.
Join the fun every Monday & Wednesday mornings for the month of May in the MPR for 30 minute body sculpting fitness class! Exercise program emphasis will be on core & “glute “strengthening with attention to overall body sculpting. More
School-Wide "Plank Off"
We had an exciting school wide fitness challenge. This was an event that was spearheaded by our fitness chair Aimee Sturges. Yes, today we hosted a "Plank Off." All staff, students and parents were invited to participate in a 30-second plank challenge. It was awesome to see so much red on the blacktop. Great job Aimee!
Read the entire story in the VC Star
About the Instructor
We are very fortunate to have the passion and spirit of Coach Aimee Sturges on campus. She has the knowledge to teach people of all ages and provide motivational fitness utilizing her broad experiences. Aimee’s education includes a master of education in health and physical education.
Her goal? Aimee’s goal for her students and clients isn’t perfection but rather positive change, something she says we are all capable of achieving.
March Madness Month at Madroña!
The "Move of the Month" is the Push-Up Plank.
There are three simple steps. Repeat your sequence, remember to alternate which arm you lead with and be sure to breath throughout the exercise. More
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February Fitness Month at Madroña!
The "Move of the Month" is the Plank.
The plank exercise is a well known core exercise that strengthens The plank (also called a front hold, hover, or abdominal bridge) is an isometric core strength exercise that involves maintaining a difficult position for extended periods of time. The most common plank positions are the front plank which is held in a push-up position and the bent arm plank or Dolphin pose, with the body's weight borne on forearms, elbows, and toes.
The core is made up primarily of our abdominal muscles, lower back, hips and to a lesser degree our shoulders, middle back, glutes (bum) and our upper legs.
What are the benefits of core strength training?
Join us for the "February Fitness Challenge" this month! How long can you hold the plank?
More
The "Move of the Month" is the Push-Up Plank.
There are three simple steps. Repeat your sequence, remember to alternate which arm you lead with and be sure to breath throughout the exercise. More
Check out the latest fitness newsletter.
February Fitness Month at Madroña!
The "Move of the Month" is the Plank.
The plank exercise is a well known core exercise that strengthens The plank (also called a front hold, hover, or abdominal bridge) is an isometric core strength exercise that involves maintaining a difficult position for extended periods of time. The most common plank positions are the front plank which is held in a push-up position and the bent arm plank or Dolphin pose, with the body's weight borne on forearms, elbows, and toes.
The core is made up primarily of our abdominal muscles, lower back, hips and to a lesser degree our shoulders, middle back, glutes (bum) and our upper legs.
What are the benefits of core strength training?
- Greater efficiency of movement
- Improved body control and balance
- Increased power output from both the core musculature and peripheral muscles such as the shoulders, arms and legs
- Reduced risk of injury (the core muscles act as shock absorbers for jumps and rebounds etc.)
- Improved balance and stability
- Improved athletic performance!
Join us for the "February Fitness Challenge" this month! How long can you hold the plank?
More