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Shake In the Summer 6 Week Challenge

Only a few more days until we kick off the Shake In the Summer 6 Week Challenge! I am so excited to offer an Advanced and Beginner plan for this challenge. I want to note that if you have been following the Advanced plans it is very important to listen to your body and rest…

Stopwatch Plank Challenge

This workout will hit the arms, core, and even the lower body. Warmup for 5-10 minutes with a brisk walk or jog. You can also add this short plank challenge to the end of a cardio workout. You will need a mat and while you can count, as you get more advanced, a stopwatch can…

Classic Barre Thigh Work

This classic barre thigh routine targets mainly the quads, the major muscle group of the legs. Warm up for five minutes before starting this workout by walking, jogging, or adding this on to another workout. I suggest combining this with the recently posted seat work routine or you can add it to your more traditional…

Lift the Booty & Back of Thigh with Barre

This classic barre workout is an amazing butt and back thigh (aka, hamstrings) lifter. You will need a strong and stable support to hold onto for balance. A mirror may also come in handy to check your body positioning and form. Warmup for five minutes by walking, jogging, or doing some other form of cardiovascular exercise…

A Very Merry Mat Workout

This workout was designed to be done with intentional breath. In all these exercises we want to slow down and breathe purposefully. Breathe into your rib cage in all directions. On exhale, feel your abs and pelvic floor lift and close. Make sure not to move too fast or hold your breath through this. Some…

Upcoming Barre Classes in Music City

I am so excited to be traveling to Nashville, TN, to teach and film live classes on November 15th and 16th (Saturday and Sunday) at the BarreAmped Nashville West Studio and I would LOVE for you to take part. We are going to have a blast and I cannot wait to meet you and train…

Interval Cardio Fat Burn Workout | 5 Moves to Slim and Tone

This Interval Cardio Fat Burn Workout can be done anytime, anywhere. You’ll need a stopwatch or stopwatch app, a good pair of shoes, and some water. Listen to your body and perform these moves with good form. Do not move erratically. You can do these moves one to four times through for an intense cardio…

Sculpt Your Back With This SBF Elevated Back Toner

Find a sturdy countertop, banister or wall mounted ballet barre that is at a standard height. This slow and controlled workout is as much about breath as it is about toning the back. Place hands on the top of the counter and bring legs hips distance and parallel. Lift heels. Inhale through nose as you…

Tighten and Tone the Upper Body with this Lean & Sleek Barre Arms Workout

This quick, upper body barre inspired arm workout can be done at the gym, at home, or even at the office on your lunch break. Be sure to warm up prior to starting with a walk or jog in place for a few minutes. You’ll need a mat and a light set of hand weights.…

3 Stretches to De-Stress at the Office

When you’re at the office or at your home computer (or anywhere) feeling stressed or like you need a release of tension, do these three light stretches. Stand up and bring arms behind your back.  Lightly clasp hands, pull shoulder blades together, press shoulders down and then bring, if you can, the heels of the…