Part I Foundation of Fusion Workouts
Chapter 1 What Are Fusion Workouts?
Benefits of Fusion Workouts
Principles of Fusion Workouts
Fusion Five-Step System
Chapter 2 Getting Started
Understanding Core Conditioning
Preparing for Your Fusion Workout
Gathering Equipment
Practicing Safely
Chapter 3 Mindfulness and Intention
Connecting Thought With Positive Action
Employing Mindful Practices
Setting An Intention
Part II Fusion Exercises
Chapter 4 Warming Up
Kneeling
Planking
Standing
Sun Salutation
Chapter 5 Standing Strength, Balance, and Flexibility Exercises
Squat
Lunge
Single-Leg Balance
Chapter 6 Floor Strength, Balance, and Flexibility Exercises
Plank
Tabletop
Front-Lying Position
Tall Seated Position
Side-Lying Position
Abdominal Brace Position
Shoulder Bridge
Chapter 7 Calming and Restorative Exercises
Forward Bends
Twists
Hip Releases
Chest Releases
Side Bends
Soothing Exercises
Part III Fusion Workout System
Chapter 8 Fusion Workouts by Level
Begin
Evolve
Challenge
Chapter 9 Fusion Workouts by Time
20 Minutes
40 Minutes
60 Minutes
Chapter 10 Fusion Workouts by Purpose
Core Conditioning
Full-Body Conditioning
Lower-Body Conditioning
Upper-Body Conditioning
Restoration and Relaxation
Chapter 11 Fusion Workouts by Activity
Athlete
Barre
Pilates Core
Yoga-Pilates Blend
Helen Vanderburg, BPE, is owner of Heavens Elevated Fitness, Yoga and Spin Studio and the creator and program developer of Fusion Fitness Training. With a career in fitness beginning in 1982 and experience as a group fitness instructor, yoga teacher, Pilates teacher, personal trainer, and educator, she is an innovator in the fitness industry. She has taught and trained instructors on fusion exercise and Fusion Fitness Training since 2000. Vanderburg is a highly respected leader and conference speaker at regional, national, and international events, presenting at more than 20 conferences annually.
Vanderburg holds a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology physical education and is certified in yoga, Pilates, TRX, ACE group fitness, and several CanFitPro fitness disciplines. She has received numerous industry awards, including the IDEA Instructor of the Year in 2005 and CanFitPro Presenter of the Year in 1996, 2006, 2013, and 2015. She’s also a consultant, education developer, and spokesperson for some of the world’s most influential fitness companies, including Schwinn Cycling, BOSU, and Total Gym. Vanderburg has been a fitness columnist for numerous magazines and newspapers, including Fitness, Self, Chatelaine, Flare, and the Calgary Herald.
Vanderburg has a lifelong passion for fitness and sport. In 1973 she became Canada’s junior champion in synchronized swimming. At the 1978 World Aquatics Championships in Berlin she won the gold medal in both the solo and duet categories. In 1978 and 1979 she received the Elaine Tanner Trophy and in 1979 she was named Canadian Female Athlete of the Year. Because of the Canadian boycott of the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow, she was unable to compete in the first Olympic Games to include synchronized swimming. She was inducted into the Canada Sports Hall of Fame in 1983 and the International Swimming Hall of Fame in 1985.
Vanderburg lives in Calgary, Alberta.
“Helen Vanderburg is one of the world’s leading fitness instructors and educators and has turned her lifelong passion for health and fitness into creating a fitness program that works for all ages and fitness levels. Fusion Workouts is simple to follow and highly effective, combining the best of fitness, Pilates, yoga, and barre into dozens of sequences. It’s a must-have for a fun, practical, and easy-to-use workout program.” Jay Blahnik-- Author of Full-Body Flexibility and Fitness Instructor of the Year for IDEA, canfitpro, and FILEX “As an international presenter, trainer, and leader in the field of fitness and exercise, Helen Vanderburg has educated and trained thousands of professionals and consumers alike. Her engaging teaching style and genuine passion to help people get fit and healthy make Fusion Workouts a must-read for everyone looking for easy-to-follow workouts.” Maureen (Mo) Hagan, BScPT-- Certified Fitness Professional, Vice President of Fitness Innovation for GoodLife Fitness, Education and Events Director for canfitpro
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