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Around 15 years ago, the concept of Barre (a fitness version of ballet training) became popular in commercial fitness centers. The dance-based group workout attracted exercisers across the United ...

There are a lot of reasons to head to your local barre studio and try out a class. Among a long list of benefits, this modality improves your balance, posture, and core strength. Another perk? It’s ...

It’s generally not a good idea to take a high-energy class like, say, kickboxing, on four hours of sleep and after working a full day. But not too long ago, that’s exactly what I did. A while back, I ...

Starting August 14, all 450-plus US studios will offer Pure Empower, a fusion-style class founder Carrie Dorr is calling the future of boutique fitness. “I’ve definitely seen [people] wanting more ...

If you could do one thing to improve your health, strength training should be at the top of your list. Due to a growing body of evidence supporting its many benefits, strength training has become a ...

“Strength training increases muscle mass, which in turn improves how the body uses insulin and helps move glucose out of the blood and into cells for energy,” says Lettenberger. “This can lower blood ...

“When I describe [barre] as a whole, as a category, I think it’s an absolutely fantastic way to build muscular endurance,” says Lisa Schale-Drake, an instructor trainer at barre3. “It’s heart-healthy.

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