Comprehensive! Barre classes provide a great, overall workout. You’ll get your heart rate up with some cardio. You’ll get strength training — both in the muscles we often target with other cardio activities (quads, calves, abs, biceps) but also in some of the harder-to-target muscles (hamstrings, glutes, back, shoulders, triceps). You’ll even do some stretching. We […]
Month: July 2014
Making the Most of Your Barre Class
Perfect the tuck: The tuck is often one of the most confusing concepts for new clients – you are not alone! To find your tuck lay flat on your back with knees bent. Sharply exhale through your mouth driving the movement from your abdominal muscles. This sharp exhale should create a slight pelvic tilt. This […]
Why Barre Works
I have always been an active person. I began gymnastics at a very young age, and from there transitioned to the world of cheerleading. Although I cheered throughout college, I had developed joint injuries in high school. Over time, these injuries worsened, ultimately culminating in a series of knee injuries. It seemed that the very […]
Why Does Detroit Need a Barre Studio?
When I moved back to Detroit from the East Coast, I was so excited about all the new ideas and energy in and around Detroit. Detroit may have declared bankruptcy last year – but no way should anyone count the people of Detroit out! The one thing I missed living in downtown Detroit were […]