I count fusion workouts by Jessica and Ellen as strength workouts because they typically have a lot of lower body strengthening (plies, chairs, and other types of squats), core strengthening (either standing or on the mat), and balance work (which strengthens feet / ankles / lower legs and is often combined with glute strengthening). Many also include upper body strengthening (with or without weights).
Fusion workouts may have a slight cardio effect, but I consider that secondary to the strength component.
I agree with bfit that fusion workouts are good for recovering from injury - I tweaked my left knee several months ago and have been doing fusion workouts for strength training since traditional lunges were causing me pain. I am ready to introduce more traditional strength workouts back into my routine, but fusion workouts provided a gentle way for me to maintain my baseline while letting my knee heal.
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