Few exercises in the United States have gained as much popularity over the past decade as barre fitness. Founded by a Jewish dancer named Lotte Berk who escaped Nazi Germany shortly before the start ...

“Barre is an all-over strength exercise,” explains Gretchen Solarz, the owner of City Barre in Scott’s Addition. “It targets ...

Ballet barre workouts have been around for decades (actually dating back to the 1950s with creator Lotte Berk). But they’ve become especially popular over the last few years. In fact, this type of ...

Barre is having a moment. The light-weight, high-rep style of strength training is a low-impact way to sculpt lean muscle mass and improve endurance. But it can be intimidating to try a barre class ...

Many runners have a love-hate relationship with cross training, especially distance runners. After all, these athletes already spend so many hours training each week that the idea of squeezing in ...

There’s something satisfying about barre workouts. They’re low-impact, and the dance-inspired moves make you feel elegant and graceful. But don’t be fooled, because while you may move with grace, this ...

HOUSTON – HTX based Celebrity Fitness Trainer Erica Hood joined us today to show some easy low-impact Ballet-inspired workouts you can do from the comfort of your home! Erica started dancing at the ...

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For on-demand barre workouts — plus fitness challenges, meal plans and inspiration — download the Start TODAY app! Barre is having a moment. The light-weight, high-rep style of strength training is a ...