I Can Barrely Stand It!

Sorry,
Firstly I'm sorry for the delay in posting and secondly I'm sorry that today's post isn't a review of Insanity.  I'm working on it, but I've quite a bit to say about the program that totally changed my attitude about fitness.

Instead, I'd like to write (briefly) about Barre, which I experienced today for the first time.
Macon has its very own Pure Barre studio, and for the low (not at all low) price of $20 you can sign up for a one hour class.  They also let you get your first month of unlimited classes for $99 ($200 for each following month).

So why did I drop $20 on a singe class?  Because a couple of my fellow med school gals said it was the best workout they'd tried...and for my first experience with Barre, I wanted the eyes of a professional on my form.

Am I glad I gave it a try? You bet ya.
Am I going to pay for the unlimited option? Heck no.

I had a really good time at the class, and I'm glad I got to see the moves in person.  Now I know I have a foundation for trying out (free) online Barre workouts to add some variety to my routine.  I just can't justify spending that much every month when I enjoy so many other kinds of exercise.

If you're interested in attending a class at Pure Barre (it's on Forsyth Rd near Fabrik), here a breakdown of the hour:
- Quick warm-up with 2 lb weights and stretch
- Floor, seated, thigh work
- Standing glute/hamstring work
- Seated hip work
- Abs, seated then floor
- Stretch

The class moves along pretty quickly and the instructor was good about keeping an eye on everyone and providing feedback.  The music was current.  The location is very clean and beautifully decorated.
As for the intensity?  My legs have never been so wobbly - something about the combo of balancing on your toes and isometric squat holds just sets your legs aflame.

All that being said - I've found (and tried) another FREE Fitness Blender workout for you to try!  You don't need to know much about barre, because these folks do their usual magic of showing you the moves upfront.  This is definitely a great starter workout.  Zero impact.  Combo strength and stretch.  Using large muscle groups gets the heart rate up.


I hope you attempt this style workout - and I look forward to bringing you more like it in the future!

Until next time,
bgt