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barre3

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Barre3 combines elements of ballet barre, yoga and Pilates, with an emphasis on posture and lengthening. Barre3 is designed to transform the body to one of equal balance, strength and flexibility. Each workout follows a thoughtful sequence for fast body shaping results and long-term postural benefits.

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    How can I prevent injuries when I work out?
    Working within your "truth levels" is a great way to prevent injury.  What are...  Full Post
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    How can I exercise if I can't afford fitness equipment?
    You don't need a lot of fancy equipment or even a gym to get fit.  In fact, many at home...  Full Post
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    Will strength training increase my metabolism?
    Yes, strength training gives our metabolism a boost because muscle burns more calories, even at rest, than fat. At barre3, I often see clients who build muscle and start to feel like they are getting a tiny bit bigger before they actually slim down. It is so fun to watch those lean muscles they've...  Full Post
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    Should I practice strength training during pregnancy?
    With your doctor's permission of course, strength training can be great during pregnancy. When I was pregnant, I practiced strength training regularly. Keeping my back and arm muscles strong was so helpful, not only during pregnancy, but after too. Carrying that baby in your arms all day can get...  Full Post
  • barre3
    barre3 answered:
    Will strength training increase my metabolism?
    Yes, strength training gives our metabolism a boost because muscle burns more calories, even at rest, than fat. At barre3, I often see clients who build muscle and start to feel like they are getting a tiny bit bigger before they actually slim down. It is so fun to watch those lean muscles they've...  Full Post
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    barre3 answered:
    Should I practice strength training during pregnancy?
    With your doctor's permission of course, strength training can be great during pregnancy. When I was pregnant, I practiced strength training regularly. Keeping my back and arm muscles strong was so helpful, not only during pregnancy, but after too. Carrying that baby in your arms all day can get...  Full Post
  • barre3
    barre3 answered:
    Will strength training increase my metabolism?
    Yes, strength training gives our metabolism a boost because muscle burns more calories, even at rest, than fat. At barre3, I often see clients who build muscle and start to feel like they are getting a tiny bit bigger before they actually slim down. It is so fun to watch those lean muscles they've...  Full Post
  • barre3
    barre3 answered:
    Should I practice strength training during pregnancy?
    With your doctor's permission of course, strength training can be great during pregnancy. When I was pregnant, I practiced strength training regularly. Keeping my back and arm muscles strong was so helpful, not only during pregnancy, but after too. Carrying that baby in your arms all day can get...  Full Post
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    How is strength training helpful?

    Strength training not only builds muscles, it strengthens bones, boosts the metabolism, relieves stress and (with proper form) helps to prevent injury in our daily lives.

    At barre3 we emphasize form and repetition with small hand held weights when working the upper body. This light weight, high r

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    What is an ideal exercise program for fat loss?
    Fat loss is about burning more calories than you consume. Increasing muscle definitely helps the body burn more calories, but ultimately fat loss is a combined effort of eating right and exercising. I see the most dramatic results in clients who are consistant and cultivate body awareness in both...  Full Post
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    Why should I do resistance training?
    Resistance training offers many benefits above building muscle, such as increased circulation and balance. Because, your muscles actually work in pairs; biceps and triceps, quads and hamstrings, etc., when you do resistance training you can balance the front & back body or left & right body as you...  Full Post