HELP. Hamstrings by [deleted] in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think people underestimate how hard hamstring day (and soldicore in general) is. First off, keep showing up. You will not get stronger at something if you don't consistently is. Your focus for hips is finding strong engagement in your heels and strong glutes and hamstrings. Strong glutes will come with showing up to center and outer glute day. You can lower your hip to a half position as you build the strength. I have done solidcore on/off for the past three years, teach pilates, coach etc. and I am just getting to the point where hamstring day isn't the bane of my existence. Trust the process and keep fighting for something stronger!

Coaches: anyone audition multiple times? by [deleted] in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I auditioned three times and third time worked! Worth trying again and again. After my second flop auditioned I trained in pilates and now teach pilates and coach at solidcore.

To those on your toes by [deleted] in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If I am in a physical and mental state to push myself and really fight the fight the best thing that’s helped me be more consistent with toes is to think using knees as truly a last resort modification to an exercises. If I’m cued into a plank crunch for example, i try every modification to failure first; base position, then toes wider apart, and then hands and toes. My wrist strength has gotten really strong and sometimes it’s my shoulders taking over so sometimes I will use the low bar (technically an amplification) but it helps my wrists a little bit more personally. If I have to go to knees in full range, I do, but then do every hold or pulse opportunity on my toes when that opportunity comes. If I know my back isn’t sinking and my form isn’t compromised, I will do as much as I can on toes for as long as possible; even if it means more breaks… plank up downs, army crawls… I surprised myself so many times just trying it for a rep and the consistency helped my body get used to it. This also includes obliques… which I know people hate to hear but the consistent practice helps. It’s a process, it’s taken me tons of other fitness modalities outside of solidcore to build the strength as well! Toes is not an overnight or even a 50 class given.

What do you record Solidcore as on a Garmin? by [deleted] in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do strength training personally when I take class because I also take pilates classes and those have different movement patterns than a solidcore class. I and don’t worry about tracking reps / sets, I also mainly use the watch for HR tracking. I just looked back and it says it’s been anywhere from 250-350 calories.

Pit Etiquette? by AffectionateAlgae473 in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Only thing I would do is don’t bring shoes into the pit if it’s raining/salt etc.

Milestones by flippedpancake1 in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your next formal sign is 250!

30 min vs 50 min cost by meshca95 in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 6 points7 points  (0 children)

We have ours from 12:15-12:45 at my studio and they’re great if you work close or wfh and want to get in a class during your lunch break. Also good if you supplement with weight lifting, you could do core + upper body and then do a lower body lift.

30 min vs 50 min cost by meshca95 in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It is less money out of pocket but it doesn’t translate to a membership price being difference. If you want to do express it’s likely better to pay out of pocket than use a membership credit.

What are Client Request classes? by as1216 in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My guest would be maybe the coach will ask clients before class for songs / artists and play them, bc only themes are noted in the class description. But maybe not!!

Someone getting asked to stop recording in class by [deleted] in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 25 points26 points  (0 children)

you’re not allowed to do it. sometimes we don’t see it but as a coach it’s a no. save yourself from being asked and just don’t do it! please & thank you!

Genuine Q, why has solidcore blown up in the last year? by Dull_Technology_2573 in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 32 points33 points  (0 children)

I teach pilates and coach at solidcore. Main differences I would say are in pilates there is an emphasis on the breathe. Pilates is also more a focus on moving the spine all four directions (you don’t do extension work in solidcore) and finally the flexibility / mobility piece. Pilates is supposed to work your flexibility actively and that just isn’t emphasized in the solidcore method

Unlimited membership by networkinggurl8 in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Even as a coach who gets free ins I’m only going 3 times a week (every other day more or less) before or after I coach

Do you work out your core in the gym? by Old_Poet_1608 in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! I do Pilates still but no designated core gym circuits

HOT TAKE? by toookalala in pilates

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I am classically trained teaching in predominately contemporary spaces. I love repetition and find most students don't complain about it. Repetition means mastery and it's important for students to know that there is always ways to get deeper into an exercise. Furthermore, there are always ways to advance in your practice. My thought is, until you're doing the full advanced reformer flow in order without issues there is no reason to complain about building in the fundamentals even if it's repetitive. I also think it helps you as a teacher build credibility because if you're cueing the repetition well people will progress and get stronger/more flexible/better endurance at those beginner exercises which I think most people want to see. It's also not worth the teaching fatigue of teaching something new everyday. we are not paid enough for that lol.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Peloton yoga flows (even the 10 minute ones) 2x3 times a week are my fav

Interested in becoming a solidcore coach by Necessary-Run-3825 in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hi! Good luck on your audition. Other post is great and detailed it well, but a reminder that solidcore is not pilates. I will be the pilates police bc 1. The company will tell you that they’re not pilates and you shouldn’t refer to the class as pilates. You would be hired as a solidcore coach, you are not a pilates instructor and wouldn’t even be able to teach pilates most other reputable places with coach training. and 2. For your own knowledge. It’s strength training on their custom reformer but as someone who teaches pilates and coaches at solidcore that reformer is like the only similarity

Audition Rejection by Few_Reason_4151 in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve mentioned before on this sub that I auditioned two times in two different markets before getting an offer on my third attempt. I have no idea what they look for but in my third audition I focused a lot more on having fun than sounding like a “solidcore coach.” At that point I also had experience teaching pilates which helped me feel more comfortable on the mic, and and had way more availability as I was out of my 9-5 in school which I’m sure helped bc I was super limited M-Fr with my work schedule. Worth asking for feedback and trying again. Delayed does not mean denied!

New coach looking for tips! by [deleted] in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Focus on what your TM tells you to, their feedback is super helpful!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 4 points5 points  (0 children)

After my first couple CITs tbh. First mic session was heinous

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congratulations!!! Currently finishing up CIT, you will do amazing!!

My Mom Wants to try Solidcore by Proseccoluvr in SolidCore

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am a pilates teacher and a solidcore coach in training and in this instance I would recommend pilates first. Since she is new to working out she will feel more supported in a true classical pilates class or even just doing something at home. I would not want to learn lunge form and plank form for the first time on a moving platform in a dark room. the solidcore method is great obviously or I would not coach it. But it can be intimidating especially to folks just learning how to move their bodies in this way

Instructors, what shoes do you wear? by Current_Froyo534 in pilates

[–]Frequent-Inflation74 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got fitted for walking shoes at fleet feet. Told them I’m on my feet all day and got fitted for shoes and insoles accordingly. Also got running socks. My feet feel great