Models put a lot of emphasis on maintaining a healthy weight and physical appearance. Yes, we work out religiously, and anyone who does the same will tell you that it gets boring after a while. Learning about new workout trends and determining how much of the trend makes sense and how much of it is just a rehashed version of the same thing is something we’re always interested in doing. Our topic of discussion today is Barre (pronounced “Bar”), the latest fitness craze that appears to have taken the nation by storm. Even celebrities and new moms are promoting it, and for good reason: It’s a great product!
A ballet dancer’s body is said to be achieved through the use of a barre workout. Body lengthening and muscle strengthening are the primary goals of this class, which incorporates elements of Pilates, Yoga, and Ballet into its movements. For a full-body work out, it employs deliberate, slow, and focused motions (similar to those found in tai chi).
While Barre can be a little intimidating at first due to the many unused muscles in the body that get a focused workout, the practice also allows one to become completely in tune with their body. If you hold each pose correctly, it will make your arms and legs feel like they’re on fire (both of which are extremely beneficial!). With Barre, you don’t have to worry about overheating as you work with your body to achieve some of the most difficult yet highly effective poses.
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Even though weak muscles are to blame for the discomfort and trembling, this workout can become addictive after the first tough week (or two or three, depending on how un-exercised the body is). It becomes increasingly difficult to give up this type of workout as your body feels stronger, your core tightens, and your flexibility improves. In addition, the meditative nature of the workout helps the mind focus better.
For best results, we should do Barre at least three or four times per week. Be careful when doing Barre movements because even the tiniest slip can result in serious injury in some instances. Also, since Barre is not a form of cardio, it is recommended that we supplement our Barre workouts with additional cardio exercises.
