The Barre Craze

Whether you’ve been to a class or not, you’re probably familiar with the term Pure Barre. This is a class that has become extremely popular and has studios popping up all over the country.  For those who aren’t familiar, these classes begin with a warm-up, then it moves to arms, legs, rear, abs, and a cool down. While it sounds structured, don’t worry about doing the same workout twice, the music and the exercises change, so every class is something different. You’ll just work those muscles in that order, but how you do that will change.

For those who are looking for a full-body workout, this is a great option, as it is low-impact but works all of your muscles from head to toe. Don’t think this is an easy class though, you will work up a sweat, and your muscles will be sore, but that’s where a good post-workout powder, like RECOVER, can help. If you choose to start this class, they suggest attending 3-4 a week, which means your muscles are going to need some extra help to recover and get themselves ready for the next one.

There are several benefits to these classes, besides the obvious of toning your muscles. You’ll be able to increase your flexibility and balance, gain confidence, increase endurance and strength, decrease your health risk, and de-stress, just to name a few. As with any exercise, there’s more than just physical benefits, but there are mental ones too. If you feel like you are up for the challenge, find a local studio near you to try out the Pure Barre craze and see if it’s a good fit for your exercise needs.