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Instructor Spotlight: Katie Lovell
Katie Lovell’s passion for barre3 is contagious. She inspires our entire team of studio owners and instructors company wide to embrace whole body health. Read on to learn more about Katie’s barre3 journey, what she’s learned from her practice, and more. Here’s Katie in her own words.
When I walked in the door at barre3 Columbus, I immediately felt at home. The owner Courtney Gerlach was so welcoming, the studio was beautiful, and the instructors were phenomenal. Above all, I connected with the community and found my people. I’ve tried so many different types of workouts (including yoga, running, and other group exercise programs), and nothing has ever resonated with me the way barre3 has.
The online classes hooked me too. With my hectic schedule, I appreciated that I could do this at home when I was too busy to get into the studio. Watching the workouts, I loved how positive Sadie was. The way she and the other instructors educated and broke down the moves really helped me deepen my practice.
After three months of being a loyal client (I took class 5-6 times a week), I started teaching classes. I loved it so much that I wanted to get more involved. I recently became the studio manager at barre3 Columbus – Powell, and it’s a dream come true! I’ve learned so much from the clients at barre3 Columbus. They inspire me to be better every day. I LOVE spending time with them before and after class in the lobby. They make me want to be a better teacher and learn more.
I’m also motivated to help my clients embrace whole-body health. They’ve taught me how to soften my approach when dealing with friends or family who have unhealthy habits. Before I would get angry when I saw my loved ones eat processed foods and never exercise. I want them to be healthy and feel good, but I’ve realized that’s not my job. My job is to be supportive and love them. That’s helped me go easier on myself and realize it’s not the end of the world when I slip and eat a cupcake.
Before barre3, I didn’t understand that I could eat a balanced diet with whole foods without depriving myself. I was always going for low-fat ice cream (no sugar added, no fat, lots of chemicals). The barre3 Dark Chocolate Donut holes were a game changer. I always have them in my freezer and I have one every night. I don’t deprive myself anymore.
I’m also calmer and more grounded because of barre3. I’m better at managing stress and have learned to say “no” to the things that I don’t have the time for. The physical benefits are incredible as well. I’m not stick thin—I have curves. But I feel strong, I look good, and I have a newfound confidence. Now I wear tank tops and shorts with pride to show off my defined muscles. My husband always tell me how great I look, and every time I go home to see my friends from high school, they always ask me what I’m doing.
Now whenever my mind starts to wander or I feel a dip in energy, I get up, do a 10-minute online workout, and I’m focused again. I’m working smarter, not harder. You can’t believe how much more efficiently you’re able to tackle your to-do list.
With the January Challenge in full swing, my goal is to set myself up for success. That means food prepping on Sunday and always listening to my body in class. In the past when I’ve done these Challenges, I’ve always pushed myself to do the hardest thing. This time around, I’m going to embrace modifications so that I finish strong!
Photo courtesy of DDF Photography.
Katie Lovell’s passion for barre3 is contagious. She inspires our entire team of studio owners and instructors company wide to embrace whole body health. Read on to learn more about Katie’s barre3 journey, what she’s learned from her practice, and more. Here’s Katie in her own words.
When I walked in the door at barre3 Columbus, I immediately felt at home. The owner Courtney Gerlach was so welcoming, the studio was beautiful, and the instructors were phenomenal. Above all, I connected with the community and found my people. I’ve tried so many different types of workouts (including yoga, running, and other group exercise programs), and nothing has ever resonated with me the way barre3 has.
The online classes hooked me too. With my hectic schedule, I appreciated that I could do this at home when I was too busy to get into the studio. Watching the workouts, I loved how positive Sadie was. The way she and the other instructors educated and broke down the moves really helped me deepen my practice.
After three months of being a loyal client (I took class 5-6 times a week), I started teaching classes. I loved it so much that I wanted to get more involved. I recently became the studio manager at barre3 Columbus – Powell, and it’s a dream come true! I’ve learned so much from the clients at barre3 Columbus. They inspire me to be better every day. I LOVE spending time with them before and after class in the lobby. They make me want to be a better teacher and learn more.
I’m also motivated to help my clients embrace whole-body health. They’ve taught me how to soften my approach when dealing with friends or family who have unhealthy habits. Before I would get angry when I saw my loved ones eat processed foods and never exercise. I want them to be healthy and feel good, but I’ve realized that’s not my job. My job is to be supportive and love them. That’s helped me go easier on myself and realize it’s not the end of the world when I slip and eat a cupcake.
Before barre3, I didn’t understand that I could eat a balanced diet with whole foods without depriving myself. I was always going for low-fat ice cream (no sugar added, no fat, lots of chemicals). The barre3 Dark Chocolate Donut holes were a game changer. I always have them in my freezer and I have one every night. I don’t deprive myself anymore.
I’m also calmer and more grounded because of barre3. I’m better at managing stress and have learned to say “no” to the things that I don’t have the time for. The physical benefits are incredible as well. I’m not stick thin—I have curves. But I feel strong, I look good, and I have a newfound confidence. Now I wear tank tops and shorts with pride to show off my defined muscles. My husband always tell me how great I look, and every time I go home to see my friends from high school, they always ask me what I’m doing.
Now whenever my mind starts to wander or I feel a dip in energy, I get up, do a 10-minute online workout, and I’m focused again. I’m working smarter, not harder. You can’t believe how much more efficiently you’re able to tackle your to-do list.
With the January Challenge in full swing, my goal is to set myself up for success. That means food prepping on Sunday and always listening to my body in class. In the past when I’ve done these Challenges, I’ve always pushed myself to do the hardest thing. This time around, I’m going to embrace modifications so that I finish strong!
Photo courtesy of DDF Photography.
