Yogis Anonymous

Derek Beres

Derek Beres is a multi-faceted media expert and group fitness instructor based in Los Angeles. He is the Director of Content for RChain Cooperative, a columnist for Big Think, and a music expert for 24 Hour Fitness. He teaches yoga, kettlebells, studio cycling and bodyweight training at Equinox. Derek is ACE, AFAA, Schwinn and Kettlebell Athletics certified. His latest book, Whole Motion: Training Your Brain and Body for Optimal Health was published in 2017, and he is currently working on a new book about how technology is affecting our bodies, Anatomy of Distraction. Learn more at http://www.derekberes.com

Derek's latest classes

13 minutes

Yoga Target: Glute Med

By Derek Beres on Jun 9, 2019

General Intermediate

As gymnastics coach Christopher Sommer said, "When in doubt, work on the deficiencies you're most embarrassed by." This training class targets your gluteus medius muscles.
15 minutes

Quickie for the Hips

By Derek Beres on Apr 24, 2019

Vinyasa Flow Intermediate

Glutes, hamstrings, abductors, adductors, psoas—we get it all done in 15 minutes in this feel-good sequence.
9 minutes

Adduct Away!

By Derek Beres on Apr 12, 2019

General Intermediate

Our adductors and abductors are extremely important yet often overlooked muscles. In this short flow we move through a series of exercises designed to activate and strengthen them. This is a great warm-up for a longer balance-oriented class or simply a great way to loosen up quickly.
14 minutes

Quick Core

By Derek Beres on Mar 28, 2019

General Intermediate

Sometimes fourteen minutes to focus on your center is enough. This quick series also makes for a great warm-up for another yoga flow.
39 minutes

Twists, Hips, Core

By Derek Beres on Mar 12, 2019

Vinyasa Flow Intermediate

In this wide-ranging flow, we hit standing and arm balances, core work, and a whole range of dynamic movement.
16 minutes

Mobility Time

By Derek Beres on Feb 14, 2019

General Intermediate

We discuss flexibility in yoga often, but don't spend enough time discussing mobility. This set of movements addresses the end range of your joints in the lower chain, from ankles to knees to hips.
44 minutes

Art of the Warrior

By Derek Beres on Jan 28, 2019

Vinyasa Flow Intermediate

Quality movement and lower repetition is the goal here as we explore movement in a variety of planes, including strong core and Pilates workouts. Forgetting my new iPhone dongle, we'll let the music be our breath (or put on your own!).
15 minutes

Kettlebell Flow II

By Derek Beres on Jan 23, 2019

General Advanced

In this second short kettlebell flow, we work toward Turkish get-ups with a few rounds of squats, lateral lunges, cleans, and presses. This class can be taken with a light weight or even a yoga block in lieu of a kettlebell.
32 minutes

Shoulder Love

By Derek Beres on Jan 1, 2019

Vinyasa Flow Intermediate

Finding the sweet spot between opening your upper back and shoulders and keeping your core engaged is the goal of this flow. Plenty of full-body love expressed along the way. There are even some plyometrics for added fun.
10 minutes

Get to the Point 3

By Derek Beres on Dec 10, 2018

Vinyasa Flow Beginner

In this ongoing series of short flows, we get the work done in ten minutes or less.