The Beauty of Barre
Updated: Jul 20, 2022
Discover your love for movement.
What is barre?
Barre is all about small movements with big results.
Barre is an effective full-body workout based on classical ballet technique mixed with elements of dance, Pilates and fitness. Barre improves your posture, core strength, balance and flexibility while building long, lean muscles without bulk. Barre also has the added benefit of being low impact. In some classes, you'll use just the barre and your body weight to churn out rep after rep of a muscle-burning move, while others incorporate tools like resistance bands, sliders, ankle weights, free weights, exercise balls, and more. Every class is different, but it's always fun!
Barre is really great for anyone looking for a great workout, but especially for those with a background in dance who want to reconnect with your passion for movement. While Barre has its roots in ballet, classes focus on cardio, strength training, and stretching, rather than perfect dance technique.
“Barre classes not only physically challenge me and gives me a full-body workout, but it also gives me the freedom to express myself and lose myself in the movement! I love the music, the energy of the class, and of course, the booty burn!”
- Natalie from the FORFITSAKE® Team
What are the benefits of barre class?
We have already discussed that barre builds strength and increases your flexibility.
But the benefits don't end there. Barre class also boosts endurance, improves balance, increases range of motion, and promotes better posture (something we all need). Added perk: It can support weight management, too.
Oh, and because so many of the moves get your abs and back firing, you can bet you'll sculpt a stronger, more defined core.
Even if your primary fitness focus is on getting ready for a race, strength training or some other performance-based goal, Barre class can be a great form of cross-training for a well-rounded fitness regimen.
In Geneva, Kyra at Kysko is our go-to for an amazing barre class.
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