National Academy of Sports Medicine

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Can I do barre exercises right after I give birth?

If you have just given birth, consult your physician to make sure you have recovered enough from... Full Answer

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How is the female athlete triad diagnosed?

There are a couple of ways female athlete triad can be diagnosed. An OB/GYN can diagnosis the issue... Full Answer

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What are the symptoms of the female athlete triad?

Beginning signs of female athlete triad can present in many forms. The most common signs of female... Full Answer

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Can I do barre exercises if I'm pregnant?

If you’re pregnant and want to perform barre exercises first consult your physician to make... Full Answer

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What increases the risks of having the female athlete triad?

There are several risks of having female athlete triad, however some of the most common include:... Full Answer

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What causes the female athlete triad?

Female athlete triad is comprised of three things, disordered eating, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis.... Full Answer

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Why doesn't barre3 work with hips tucked like in Bar Method classes?

Barre3 exercises are designed to be performed in a neutral spine position. This position is the... Full Answer

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Will barre3 classes be offered in gyms?

Because of the specialized equipment and training needed to do the barre3 classes properly they... Full Answer

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What are some full-body barre exercises I can do at home?

A good example of a fully body barre exercise you can do is a grande plié. Hold on to a... Full Answer

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Can I lose weight doing barre classes?

Yes. Barre is a combination of dance moves, yoga, and pilates which together provide a challenging... Full Answer

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Do I need a dance background to do barre class?

No, you do not need a dance background to take a barre class. Barre was designed originally for... Full Answer

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Can barre3 classes help my tennis game?

Yes. Barre3 classes focus on improving strength in the core, arms, chest and leg muscles which are... Full Answer

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Why does barre3 have cork floors when most barre classes have carpet?

The cork provides a good cushioned shock absorbing platform to work from that is also more hygienic... Full Answer

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How does barre3 exercise differ from Lotte Berke?

Barre3 is a combination of ballet moves, Pilates, and yoga, which is designed to improve balance,... Full Answer

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When should I call a doctor after passive range of motion (ROM) exercises?

You should consult a physician if during or after passive range of motion exercises you experience... Full Answer

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