Absolutely killer floorwork routine!!

Gemini2874 · 12-01-22, 02:19 PM

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 · 12-01-22, 08:45 PM

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 · 12-01-22, 09:01 PM

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. · 12-02-22, 02:36 AM

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 · 12-02-22, 07:05 PM

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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 · 12-02-22, 07:11 PM

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!!

Gemini2874 · 12-02-22, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 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!!

Oh, thank you! Yeah, it's nice to have improved strength!!

I have heard that about her workouts! Which one is your favorite as I saw that there were a bunch? Although, she is certainly every bit the image of a prima ballerina so that might annoy me!!

kittybug · 12-02-22, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Gemini2874

Oh, thank you! Yeah, it's nice to have improved strength!!

I have heard that about her workouts! Which one is your favorite as I saw that there were a bunch? Although, she is certainly every bit the image of a prima ballerina so that might annoy me!!

I just recently acquired a bunch of her DVDs and have been slowly working my way through so I can't say yet which my favorite is, hah! I'll report back when I figure that out. All I know is they all hurt (so good).

I will say it seems in her later videos she's a bit more natural and relaxed than in earlier ones. She is very graceful and lovely and endearing really, so don't let the prima thing turn you off.

Gemini2874 · 12-02-22, 07:52 PM

Kittybug- Ok, I'll try not too!!! haha Please check back in after you go through them and let me know a good one to get! Thank you!!

Jane P. · 12-02-22, 07:58 PM

I don't really do that type of exercise, but I have to admit that Mary Helen is elegance personified. Oh to be able to move like she can.

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12-01-22, 02:19 PM
Gemini2874 VF Supporter Join Date: Feb 2021	Absolutely killer floorwork routine!! 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?

12-01-22, 08:45 PM
Karla25 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Florida	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 __________________ Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined. Henry David Thoreau

12-01-22, 09:01 PM
Gemini2874 VF Supporter Join Date: Feb 2021	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!!

12-02-22, 02:36 AM
Jane P. VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Colorado Springs	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. __________________ "The two most powerful warriors are patience and time." Leo Tolstoy

12-02-22, 07:11 PM
kittybug VF Supporter Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: State of Confusion	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!! __________________ Another proud member of the Watula fan club! *Phrase for 2024: Streamline and simplify.*

12-02-22, 07:52 PM
Gemini2874 VF Supporter Join Date: Feb 2021	Kittybug- Ok, I'll try not too!!! haha Please check back in after you go through them and let me know a good one to get! Thank you!!

12-02-22, 07:58 PM
Jane P. VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Colorado Springs	I don't really do that type of exercise, but I have to admit that Mary Helen is elegance personified. Oh to be able to move like she can. __________________ "The two most powerful warriors are patience and time." Leo Tolstoy