Although it may seem as if every new exercise trend is hailed as "a full body workout," Empire Training Center's Cardio Kickboxing come pretty close. If you do the punches with precision and power you'll strengthen your upper body and begin to see more upper body muscle definition. The kicks will strengthen your legs, especially the hamstring area of the thigh. And the kneeing move a strike in which you thrust your bent knee upward will firm your abdominal muscle. In fact all of the cardio kickboxing moves you'll learn in one of our classes will make your torso into a solid base that lets you do everyday tasks more easily.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR

Sweats, snorts and a T-shirt, an aerobic-dance outfit or whatever keeps you comfortable and cool. Wear well made athletic shoes that aren't too worn. Running shoes aren't ideal because they're not constructed for side to side movements. The best choice of shoes might be high-top cross trainers. We also suggest that you bring a few towels, and a few bottles of water so you are completely prepared for your class.

Will i Get Self Defense Skills From My Class

Not as it is taught at your local health club. However, Empire Training Center is not your local health club. At Empire Training we put great emphasis on self defense since we are a mixed martial arts facility.  Our Cardio Kickboxing students have an advantage because they can practice the moves they learn on our heavy bags which allows them to visualize themselves in a real life fight situation.

How Can I Maximize My Workout

As with any other exercise, if you want to improve your cardiovascular condition or trim an inch here and there, you'll have to do it regularly. Two or three sessions a week is probably the minimum, In between classes you should go for brisk walks, do some yoga to increase your flexibility, or simply take a day to rest. Do whatever lets you return to your Cardio Kickboxing class with renewed vigor. 

What should I expect from my Class

Be prepared to feel a little clumsy and lost at times, but don't get down on yourself for it. Even if your a highly conditioned runner or you've been doing step aerobics for years our moves will be new to your body. Your muscles need time to develop a memory of them, and your reactions as the instructor calls out what to do " jab, cross, hook, roundhouse" will be slow at first. By the second or third class, the awkwardness will start to dissipate and you'll be keeping up with the class.

Can I Hurt Myself

Yes, if your not careful, you could end up with a wrenched elbow, a sprained knee, a strained back, a pulled hamstring, or one of the injuries that commonly occur in aerobics classes, such as a twisted ankle. So adopt a protective attitude, when you take your first class, tell yourself that your goal is to safely learn the techniques first before you set goals that are un-realistic like sheding five pounds or reshaping your hips. You can think about those things later. If you can spare the time arrive a few minutes early and warm up by jogging or gently streching your legs and shoulders. During the class, make sure that you stop the motion of each punch or kick before the joint is fully extended to ensure you have a safe and productive workout.

How Long Are Classes

At Empire Training Center our group Cardio Kickboxing classes normally last for around one hour. However if you choose to take private instruction you and your instructor will discuss your goals and asses where you are phyiscally and deside how long your training session should be to atain your specific goals. But in most cases even with private instruction your class will be around one hour, unless you are training for an upcoming mma bout or some other type event that will require a great deal stamina.

How much do classes Cost

At Empire Training Center we offer our prospective students several membership options from which they can choose. Or you can simply pay as you go. But our gold membership package is the best value and provides students with access to all the services we offer at Empire Training Center. So if your serious about getting in shape or staying in shape then our gold membership is the perfect choice for you. However, if you would rather only take a single class every now and then we offer highly affordable single class rates the choice is yours at Empire Training Center.

When Can I Start Training

Empire Training Center offers progressive style classes that can be joined at any time. So when you start is entirely up to you. So if you would like to start today simply download the signup forms and submit them to us online or bring them into the gym and you can start your Cardio Kickboxing classes when the next class is given. To signup online now just click on the button below and you will be redirected to the page where you can download and submit the forms online and thank you for choosing Empire Training Center.