Monday, January 19, 2015

New Barre class starting Monday Jan 26th!!!!



With the NEW 5 week block starting on Jan 26th, I've added a NEW (and much requested) CLASS!

BARRE
is coming to EM Health & Fitness!!!!!

My NEW BARRE class will be taught Monday mornings at 5am!

Barre classes promise an added fitness challenge including a heavy focus on the legs, glutes, and core (hello six-pack abs). Think a dance-based class is going to be easy? Think again. Infused with elements of ballet, barre classes were introduced by Lotte Berk in the 1970's as a new way to combine dance with traditional exercise. Most classes are performed holding onto a solid rod, or barre, attached to the wall (hence the name), but some classes bust a move on the floor — with mats, of course.

Regardless of the variation, barre workouts have a large focus on the core and the lower body, especially the hips and butt. Most rely on popular bodyweight moves like the arabesque and the "Tri-cep Can Can", but certain classes also incorporate weights to help participants feel the burn. Looking for a cardio boost? Many of the moves borrowed from classical ballet have been shown to mimick lower level aerobic exercise .

The dos and don’ts of attending a Barre class.

Come one, come all. Barre classes can challenge a wide range of ability levels and backgrounds. Listen up for progressions and regressions to make the moves most appropriate for you. (To avoid potential injury, it’s always best to take things slow.)

Work it in. Although barre classes are tough, they aren’t a substitute for regular strength training and cardio. Work them in to an established routine for an added challenge, or toss in a class between normal workouts. Just don’t use them as a rest day — barre work is far from a day off!

Move those hips. When it comes to barre, it’s all in the hips. Classes challenge balance and stability by causing the body (especially the hips) to move in multiple planes of motion. This means increased flexibility, better movement, and potentially fewer injuries all around. 

Come prepared. Participants aren’t required to bring anything to barre classes, but socks with grips can help prevent slipping during this traditionally barefoot class.

Stand tall. Barre classes are a great way to improve flexibility and can help combat a typically slouched posture. Much of the class focus is on proper mechanics and body alignment.

Drop the weights. Leave the lifting gloves at home. Most barre classes use bodyweight as the only means of resistance, however some studios, incorporate weighted balls and lighter dumbbells to ramp up the intensity.

Go for the long haul. It’s not about going in and mastering the first class. Think of barre classes as more of a journey where skills progress over time. After a few classes you’ll start to get the form and technique down.

Barre classes can be a great way to build up core strength, sculpt the lower body, or just break up a training rut.Whatever the reason, prepare to work! Barre classes have a way of targeting muscles like never before. Ready to give it a try?

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