Barre Class: What is it, and why should I try it?
We have all had that moment…you know, the one where even though you know you should go to the gym or go for that run but the thought just makes you go UGH!!…again?
We are all creatures of habit; habits that carry over into our workout routine. The problem is that we get bored, not only our mind but also our bodies. So let’s stop the cycle! Let’s try something new! It’s time to try a Barre class. It’s not just the lovely ladies at M.O.M.s Method that know about the amazing benefits of Barre, but it’s all over the country and its popularity is growing BIG time. There are several franchises similar to M.O.M.s Method in other cities including Pure Barre, The Dailey Method, Bar Method, and Barre Bee Fit, just to name a few, but the ONLY place to find a barre class formulated just for women is right here in NWI at M.O.M.s Method!
So now onto the answer you have been waiting for…Barre Classes: What it is and why you should try it? Don’t just take our word for it, here are blog posts and articles from around the web that will answer that very question!
Regular practice (three to five times a week) can increase muscle density, decrease body fat, improve flexibility and posture and rev up your metabolism. The hour-long class is a blend of strength training with our own body weight or light hand weights, interval cardio and lots of stretching. The ballet-inspired workout focuses on incredibly efficient, tiny movements. Take our average sit-up. There is about a one-inch range of motion that makes up the most challenging and beneficial part of that exercise – we’ll call it the sweet spot. In a barre class, we’ll spend several minutes holding and working with tiny pulses in that sweet spot until our muscles not only burn but also shake with fatigue. Each muscle group is stretched immediately after it’s worked which promotes longer, leaner muscles and better recovery so we’re less sore the next day.
~Lululemon Ambassador, Andrea Isabella Lucas
Read the full article here: http://lululemon.com/community/blog/barre-fitness/
If you are unfamiliar with barre workouts, you are missing out on an exercise program that can change the way you look and feel. By combining several modes of exercise including dance conditioning, isometrics, interval training and physical therapy practices, your muscles will become elongated, your body will be reshaped and you will become physically (and mentally) stronger. Not only that, you will also experience an increase in energy levels and an improvement in your stamina. ~Barre Workout HQ Barre Blog
Read the full article here: http://www.barreworkouthq.com/the-secrets-of-the-barre-workout-method/
With devotees like Madonna, Kelly Ripa, and Natalie Portman, it’s not surprising that women everywhere are flocking to barre workout classes. But it’s not just Hollywood hype! Ballet-inspired workouts are a great way to develop lean muscle mass while improving your balance, flexibility, and range of motion. ~SHAPE Magazine online
Read the full article here and try some moves at home: http://www.shape.com/fitness/workouts/home-barre-workout
So now that you know a little more about barre method classes what is stopping you from trying one? Visit our website @ www.momsmethod.com today to sign up for classes or get even more answers on our FAQ page.
Just one more thing…this is not your daughters dance class, though these cutie pies sure do make us smile!
Lots of M.O.M.s Love,
Rachel and the M.O.Ms Team
