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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

37 minutes

Flow for a Strong Lower Back

By Derek Beres on Jan 18, 2020

Vinyasa Flow Intermediate

Your quadratus lumborum is your deepest abdominal muscle—and often the source of lower back pain. That's where we focus in this stretch-and-flow-filled session.
31 minutes

Adduction Time

By Derek Beres on Dec 29, 2019

Vinyasa Flow Beginner

Our hip's rotator muscles are essential for movement but rarely addressed; we'll default to larger muscle groups first. This flow homes in on those rotator muscles for optimal bipedalism.
12 minutes

All About Your Feet

By Derek Beres on Dec 12, 2019

General Intermediate

Everything begins in your feet, yet we pay so little attention to their range of motion, dexterity, and flexibility. This short class is all about your feet.
17 minutes

Hip Mobility Warm-Up

By Derek Beres on Nov 22, 2019

Vinyasa Flow Intermediate

We stay on the floor for this hip mobility and core strength warm-up. This sequence makes a great beginning of a flow or a strong finish after you've done cardio or weight lifting.
14 minutes

Shoulder Mobility

By Derek Beres on Oct 31, 2019

General Intermediate

This series of stretches and small movements are focused on warming up your shoulders and upper back, as well as preparing your mid to lower back through a series of twists. A great warm-up before jumping into a flow.
26 minutes

Around the World

By Derek Beres on Oct 9, 2019

Vinyasa Flow Intermediate

In the first half of this sequence we work on mobility drills tied to core strength. From there we take a few rounds of sun salutations before opening up with backbends.
25 minutes

Plank to Side Plank to Plank

By Derek Beres on Sep 20, 2019

Vinyasa Flow Intermediate

Balance and twist away with this flow that will have you twisting and turning at every turn. We end up with some deep hip and shoulder opening interspersed with core strength for a well-rounded journey.
11 minutes

CORE-Centering

By Derek Beres on Sep 5, 2019

General Intermediate

Ten minutes of core strength, all on your back. Grab a block and get ready.
17 minutes

Time For the Calves

By Derek Beres on Aug 21, 2019

Hatha Intermediate

Tight calves? This stretch class is for you! We focus on the calves along with the rest of your lower chain, from your ankles to your hips. This is a great warm-up for a flow, as well as a nice stretch for the evening.
22 minutes

Early Summer Flow

By Derek Beres on Jul 15, 2019

Vinyasa Flow Intermediate

As we enter the warmest season, this twist-and-balance-filled sequence is the perfect warm-up for any day.