Les Mills將音樂融入運動

Les Mills - Integrating Music with Exercise

The origins of Les Mills

Les Mills is a world-renowned fitness brand originating from New Zealand. Since its establishment in 1968, it has been committed to providing efficient, safe and fun group fitness classes. Its founder, Les Mills, is a four-time Olympian. The development of Les Mills integrates sports science and modern fitness concepts.

Les Mills has successfully attracted millions of fitness enthusiasts around the world with its innovative fitness concept and diverse class options. Whether you are looking to improve your fitness or just enjoy the fun of exercise, Les Mills offers a training experience that meets the needs of every participant.

BODYCOMBAT : an aerobic class that combines a variety of martial arts moves

 

Core Courses

Les Mills offers a variety of programs, each with its own unique style and training goals, including:

  • BODYPUMP : Strength training class with relatively light weight and high repetition, designed to build muscle and improve endurance.

  • BODYCOMBAT : An aerobic class that incorporates a variety of martial arts moves to improve total body strength, flexibility and endurance.

  • BODYJAM : Combines various dance styles with music to provide a vibrant aerobic dance class.

  • BODYSTEP : An exercise class using adjustable steps that emphasizes lower body strength and cardiorespiratory fitness.

  • BODYATTACK : High-intensity aerobic exercise that combines running, jumping and muscle strength training to improve cardiorespiratory endurance, burn calories and enhance coordination.

Features and Benefits

BODYPUMP : Strength training class with relatively light weight and high repetition

 

Les Mills uses scientific training methods to improve the exerciser's strength, endurance, aerobic capacity, coordination, flexibility and agility, and promote physical and mental health. The classes are designed to be simple, fun and safe, suitable for people of all fitness levels. Combined with trendy music, it ensures that participants always stay fresh and interested.

  • Professional design : Each course is designed by professional coaches, music editors and exercise physiologists to ensure the scientificity and effectiveness of the course.

  • Updated every three months : Les Mills classes are updated every three months to provide the latest music and movements to keep participants interested.

  • Team spirit : Emphasize the interaction between coaches and students, and enhance cohesion and safety through face-to-face teaching.

  • Wide Applicability : The courses are suitable for people of all fitness levels, whether you are a fitness novice or an experienced athlete, you can find a suitable course.

 


Team sports are more fun

TeamX, located in Art Piece’s Causeway Bay flagship store, is committed to creating a unique group sports experience, incorporating a variety of interactive elements into functional training, allowing you to immerse yourself in fun while exercising. TeamX offers a wide range of strength, cardio and dance classes, including several Les Mills programs such as BODYPUMP®, BODYJAM®, BODYCOMBAT® and more. Even people at different stages of fitness can enjoy the fun of exercise. Exercise with friends and experience the joy of relaxation!

You can experience Les Mills classes in Art Piece's exciting studio, where dynamic lighting and high-quality sound make the entire fitness environment more lively and energetic.

 

TeamX, located in Art Piece’s Causeway Bay flagship store, is committed to creating a unique team sports experience

 

Experience Les Mills with your friends

Art Piece has launched the Gift Card . Purchase a gift card to give your best friend a surprise and experience Les Mills' class together. Buy now to express your love to your best friend. Gift cards can be used for a variety of services and classes offered by Art Piece Beauty & Wellness Club. Let your family and friends relax and release stress here, enhance their self-healing ability, and achieve physical and mental health and beauty.

If you want to try more different types of training courses, Art Piece also has ZUMBA , TRX , HIIT , yoga , aerial yoga , Pilates , Pilates Reformer , HYROX and many other options, which can definitely satisfy you who are active and curious.






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為什麼說運動不只是「放電」,還能讓小朋友變聰明?

傳統觀念認為運動只是消耗體力,但神經科學研究指出,運動其實是在為大腦「充電」。運動能刺激大腦分泌 BDNF (大腦滋養因子),這就像是大腦的肥料,能促進腦細胞生長並加強神經連接,特別是能提升與學習、專注力息息相關的「執行功能」。

什麼是「執行功能」?它對孩子的學業有什麼影響?

「執行功能」被稱為大腦的指揮官,主要包含三種能力:

  • 工作記憶: 處理資訊的能力。
  • 認知靈活性: 切換思考模式、解決問題的能力。
  • 自我抑制控制: 抵擋誘惑、保持專注的能力。
    執行功能強的孩子,在學業成績、情緒管理及社交技巧上的表現通常會更出色。

哪類運動最能有效提升大腦的認知能力?

建議結合以下三類運動以達到最佳效果:

  1. 有氧運動(如游泳、跑步): 最能增加大腦供氧量及提升 BDNF 水平。
  2. 高專注運動(如乒乓球、舞蹈、武術): 訓練手眼協調與反應,強化抑制控制能力。
  3. 團體運動(如足球、籃球): 培養社交技能、團隊合作及壓力下的策略制定。

是否有「學習黃金期」?運動後多久讀書效果最好?

研究發現,運動後的 30-60 分鐘是大腦血流最充足、吸收力最強的時期。家長可以嘗試讓孩子在溫習前進行 15 分鐘的中強度運動(如跳繩或開合跳),這能顯著提升隨後的學習專注力與記憶效率。

不同年齡層的孩子應該如何安排運動重心?

根據 LTAD 運動發展模式建議:

  • 3-6 歲: 以「遊戲」為主,發展平衡與協調感。
  • 6-9 歲: 多樣化嘗試各種運動,避免過早專注於單一項目。
  • 9-12 歲: 進入技能學習黃金期,可開始精進專項運動的正確姿勢。
  • 12-16 歲: 引入規律訓練,加強核心力量、耐力與戰術思維。