Rye Y Staff Workouts - Barbara

Barbara - Director of Member Services

I try to exercise for an hour 5 times a week.  My regular routine has been working out on the arc trainer or ATM (Adaptive Motion Trainer) in the fitness center. There are several members who also work out daily around 2 pm and I enjoy seeing them – I think of them as my informal workout buddies. 

My workout routine has helped me lose 25 pounds so far. I've also been making healthier food choices including making time for 3 meals a day.  I didn't want my weight loss to plateau so recently started mixing up my exercise routine.  I now attend a Group Active class once a week. Working out in a group motivates me and I like the balance of cardio and toning. I have also started spinning 2 or 3 times a week –usually 1 or 2 other staff members go with me and that is a big motivator.  I go to Gina or Laura A's evening classes – the Friday night spin class is a great way to end the work week! 

Fitness Goals – Keeping my blood pressure down and staying healthy. Working out is one of the best things I can do for myself and my family.

Previously featured:
Gina's Workout 
Teresa's Workout
Charlie's Workout
Roe's Workout
Gregg's Workout 
Mariela's Workout
Debbie's Workout
Iliana's Workout 

Rye Y Staff Workouts - Gina

Gina – Childwatch

I work out almost every afternoon in the Fitness Center after work. Every other day I ride the low bike and then work on my legs and arms with the Techno gym circuit. Riding on the low bike is great for me and has helped with the pinched nerve in my back. 

On the other days I use the AMT (Adaptive Motion Trainer). I love the AMT –it’s the best machine – it’s unbelievable!  I have a problem with my knees but not on this machine!  Also, the AMT is good for my bones - my doctor has told me I need to exercise because of osteoporosis.

Fitness Goals:  Feeling good and making my bones stronger

Previously featured: 
Teresa's Workout
Charlie's Workout
Roe's Workout
Gregg's Workout 
Mariela's Workout
Debbie's Workout
Iliana's Workout 

Rye Y Staff Workouts - Teresa

Teresa – Member Services

I usually work out in the morning before work. I use Fitlinxx to keep track of my reps on the weight circuit in the Fitness Center. I like the way it paces me and helps me know how far to extend my arms and legs.  I also use the elliptical trainers and arc trainer. 

I’m a big group exercise fan and have been trying out lots of different classes. The other day I managed to make it to Diana’s new 7 am Get Up and Get Moving class and I’m glad I did – it was fabulous. I finally got up the courage to try a Spin class – the Monday and Wednesday evening classes are for beginners and that’s perfect for me.  I tried the 6:30 pm class with Robin and it was great.  Most of the participants were fairly new but I was the only one who had never taken a spin class before.  Robin  adjusted my seat and made sure that I was comfortable.  I now plan to go every week.


Fitness Goals:  stay in shape, de-stress.  Exercise makes me feel good and I am a much more pleasant person after working out!

Rye Y Staff Workouts - Charlie

Charlie – Health & Fitness Director

I like using the weight circuit in the Annex because it is so quiet in the afternoon – it feels like a private gym. I use the Fitness Center for free weights and cable work.  For my cardio workout,  I’ve been using the AMT (Adaptive Motion Trainer) but recently have become a bit bored with it.

I started going to Group Active “practice” classes because our instructors needed some participants to train with.  I was surprised by how much I enjoyed the classes – I’d always felt that group exercise was not for me.  I like the music, the pace and the design of the class. I really appreciate the the balance section because I’d never do that on my own. I now go twice a week.

Fitness Goals: General health and well-being.

Featured in previous posts:
Roe's Workout
Gregg's Workout 
Mariela's Workout
Debbie's Workout
Iliana's Workout