GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM®
The GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® is a system of exercise that originates from the spine through arching, curling, sidebending and spiraling, and progresses into a workout that incorporates the entire body. These spinal articulations and the corresponding work of the arms, legs, back and abdominals move the body in a three-dimensional way, fostering greater balance and uniform strength and flexibility of the spine, muscles, joints, and the surrounding connective tissue.
Exercises are performed on the Pulley Tower and specialized equipment — the LEG EXTENSION UNIT, ARCHWAY™, JUMPING STRETCHING BOARD, and WINGMASTER — adjusted to the needs and strengths of each user. Students move fluidly from one exercise to the next using their breath and the natural rhythm of the spinal motions of the body. It can feel like dancing or moving through water. Exercises can be gentle or vigorous depending on intent; students can gain cardiovascular strength and relaxation simultaneously, and exercises can be modified for those with injuries or for people seeking a challenging workout.
GYROTONIC® exercises are excellent for balancing and opening the energy pathways of the body. They also promote good digestion, relaxation, stimulation of the lymph and nervous system, and build joint, tendon and muscular strength. The GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® promotes a joy of movement, a sense of wellbeing and an expansion of energy.
What is the GYROKINESIS® method?
Utilizing a stool and mat, GYROKINESIS® classes begin by energizing and warming the spine on the stool with spinal articulations, and progress to the floor, incorporating the entire body through a full workout. Movements are rhythmic and undulating, freeing the body from tension and stress and creating an overall sense of peace and balance.
For more information about GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® exercises, visit www.gyrotonic.com.
GYROTONIC®, GYROKINESIS®, GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® are registered trademarks, and ARCHWAY™ is a trademark of Gyrotonic Sales Corp., used with their permission.
GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® are a great complement to Pilates and to sports like swimming, running, biking, climbing and weight lifting that tend to move the body in limited ranges of motion.