Absolutely killer floorwork routine!!

[Gemini2874]

Ok, The Firm Volume 1 is no joke when it comes to floorwork. It just absolutely slayed me. I’m writing this laying down unable to move. I think I’ll just stay here for awhile until my soul returns to my body. I haven’t done any Firms in awhile but am trying to do more floorwork because of my bad knee. I forgot how tough this routine is!! How is it possible that it almost killed me and I didn't even do the aerobic weight training part!! I’m dripping in sweat!

So please tell me….What is your most effective floorwork routine for increasing strength?

[Karla25]

I think you just did it If you have Vol. 2, 3 or 5 one of them might be a better starting point. I also like The Hare’s floorwork.

A Jessica Smith floor workout:

https://youtu.be/ukt7H3GTgIU

Here’s the Body Electric floor workout:
https://youtu.be/RzDSQlJ3o0g

Other Margaret Richard:

https://youtu.be/R4xwMBHvtwU

https://youtu.be/_GuHO5USBdA

Here’s one with Denise Austin:
https://youtu.be/bWe8e3y6SFE

[Gemini2874]

Karla- Thank you!! I can't do Jessica Smith workouts for some reason. However, I just saved all the Margaret Richard ones to a playlist! I'm trying to be more modern and not be so reluctant to do YouTube videos! I did try YouTube videos in the past but ads starting playing in the middle of the workouts! So annoying!! But, these look really good and I will definitely try them! Regarding the Denise Austin one, I checked and I actually have that workout!! I never did it because when I viewed it, the first part looked exhausting and was high impact!! I never made it to the floorwork part and didn't know it was there! Thanks again!!

[Jane P.]

I don't find endless reps of floorwork to be very effective for me. I do floorwork most evenings if I'm watching TV. However I only do about 2 sets of 12 (with ankle weights) of inner and outer thighs, and some table work. Because I don't kill myself I can do it more often.

[Gemini2874]

Originally Posted by Jane P.

I don't find endless reps of floorwork to be very effective for me. I do floorwork most evenings if I'm watching TV. However I only do about 2 sets of 12 (with ankle weights) of inner and outer thighs, and some table work. Because I don't kill myself I can do it more often.

Yes, I always hated floor work with a passion. However, I switched to body weight only strength workouts and floorwork and have gotten the best strength results. I am anti-diet and I don't work out to change my body. So, it was pretty shocking to see these results! But, everyone has to do what works for them! I like how you include it in small amounts. Nice!

[kittybug]

I'm finding that Ballet Beautiful workouts have KILLER floor work. Like, I'm shouting at the TV and Mary Helen Bowers whilst she's sweetly killing me.

Congrats on your results, BTW!!

[Venus]

Originally Posted by Karla25

A Jessica Smith floor workout:

https://youtu.be/ukt7H3GTgIU

I did this one yesterday. Thank you for suggesting it!

[Vintage VFer]

The FIRM: Volume 1 is seriously killer.

I've only done it once and the floorwork gave me a major flare up of my pelvic pain issues that lasted 6 months!

Never again!

[JackieB]

I'd don't really like anything "killer" anymore. I do like to do Essentrics floorwork especially longer sequences from Class of 2012 or Stretch and Strength in Motion or something similar.

I also really like Ellen's Fusion Floor and she has a couple shorter floor workouts on her streaming site.

I used to do Kari A's "Center Floor". I think that was intense.

I don't like Jessica's Gentle Yoga Plus Pilates. It's too awkward or hard for me.

[Gemini2874]

Originally Posted by JackieB

I'd don't really like anything "killer" anymore. I do like to do Essentrics floorwork especially longer sequences from Class of 2012 or Stretch and Strength in Motion or something similar.

I also really like Ellen's Fusion Floor and she has a couple shorter floor workouts on her streaming site.

I used to do Kari A's "Center Floor". I think that was intense.

I don't like Jessica's Gentle Yoga Plus Pilates. It's too awkward or hard for me.

Jackie, you are spot on! Since I’m still sore from the dang workout, I think I’m with you about no more killer workouts! I’m getting too old for this!! Haha

I didn’t like that Jessica Smith either but love her other stretch and yoga ones.

I pulled out my Classical Stretch dvds after being traumatized by volume 1. I’m going to try for the 10th time to warm up to it and Miranda. I have seasons 11, 12, 13, and 14. Wish me luck!!!!