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Studio Owners’ Success Stories
Many of our studio owners have undergone mind-blowing transformations. Read on for their stories and astounding before-and-after pictures, and prepare to be inspired!
I first connected with barre3 when my best friend from college got me to try 28 to Great online. The workout felt amazing in my body, and I was seeing dramatic results after just two weeks. I can’t believe how my body has changed since then. I’ve dropped four pant sizes and lost 30 pounds. I feel the strongest I ever have. – Megan Wilson, barre3 Willow Glen and Los Altos owner
I used to think I had to suffer to get the body I wanted. Before my wedding, I was doing a crazy diet and exercise program for four months in order to fit into my dress—and I only stayed that size for about eight hours, until we cut the cake! Now I’m back to my wedding weight and down 25 pounds and four pant sizes. I never dreamed I’d have a body like this after children, especially without suffering through more crash diets, but barre3 has made it possible. Even more important than my size, though, is how I feel: stronger, more confident, and happy. – Gillian Brotherson, Los Altos owner
Before my business partner, Jessica, introduced me to barre3, I was a gym rat, hopping from one thing to the next. I did kickboxing, yoga, weight-lifting, running, soccer…you name it. Once I started barre3, my body transformed pretty quickly. It gave me a waistline I never had, toned my arms, and helped me stand taller with more confidence. I only lost three or four pounds, but the number on the scale doesn’t tell the full story. My body has changed dramatically. I’ve lost two jean sizes and several inches all over. I love barre3 because of what it’s done for my body, but I love it even more because it’s so much fun. It never gets stale, and I know it’s something I’ll continue to do forever. No more exercise hopping for me! – Nicki Insley, barre3 Laguna Niguel owner
I am completely amazed by how much my body changed after incorporating barre3 into my exercise routine. It helped me shed extra weight that I was holding on to after I had my daughter, Hannah. I’m now 10 pounds lighter than I was before I had her, and I’m smaller than I was in high school! I have always been committed to fitness and a healthy lifestyle, however barre3 has helped me find my best version of myself. I feel stronger, longer (I’ve grown an inch), and leaner. I’m amazed by how much energy I have and by what my body has accomplished. – Jessica Leonard, barre3 Laguna Niguel owner
After the loss of my first baby, grief settled in and gripped my body. I was in a slump, and my posture was a reflection of what I was going through. I lacked self confidence, strength, and a mindful connection with exercise. I tried running, other forms of group-fitness classes, and strength training, but nothing seemed to keep me engaged and wanting more. Barre3 changed everything for me! Our instructor Katie says, “movement in the body heals,” and barre3 healed my body. It not only helped me lose over 15 inches, but it gave me strength, balance, and physical grace! I am more confident and comfortable in my own skin than ever. That, to me, is a lasting gift to my two little girls, as well. – Brenda Oakes, barre3 Tulsa owner
I began competitive sports at such a young age that I thought my six-pack was natural, and when it disappeared, I thought that was natural, too—just a part of getting older and busier. When I started barre3, it was totally amazing to love my workout and to watch muscles reappear in my body! While the number on the scale has changed by only about 10 pounds, I dropped six jeans sizes in the first five months of my practice. I feel alive in myself again, powerful, confident, and hopeful about growing older. – Megan Hurley, barre3 Fayetteville owner
We’re so proud of our studio owners for embracing whole-body health and for their commitment to help their communities experience the same incredible results they have. They walk the talk and inspire us all to take better care of ourselves. For that, we are grateful.
Do you have an incredible transformation story? Tell us in the comments below!
Many of our studio owners have undergone mind-blowing transformations. Read on for their stories and astounding before-and-after pictures, and prepare to be inspired!
I first connected with barre3 when my best friend from college got me to try 28 to Great online. The workout felt amazing in my body, and I was seeing dramatic results after just two weeks. I can’t believe how my body has changed since then. I’ve dropped four pant sizes and lost 30 pounds. I feel the strongest I ever have. – Megan Wilson, barre3 Willow Glen and Los Altos owner
I used to think I had to suffer to get the body I wanted. Before my wedding, I was doing a crazy diet and exercise program for four months in order to fit into my dress—and I only stayed that size for about eight hours, until we cut the cake! Now I’m back to my wedding weight and down 25 pounds and four pant sizes. I never dreamed I’d have a body like this after children, especially without suffering through more crash diets, but barre3 has made it possible. Even more important than my size, though, is how I feel: stronger, more confident, and happy. – Gillian Brotherson, Los Altos owner
Before my business partner, Jessica, introduced me to barre3, I was a gym rat, hopping from one thing to the next. I did kickboxing, yoga, weight-lifting, running, soccer…you name it. Once I started barre3, my body transformed pretty quickly. It gave me a waistline I never had, toned my arms, and helped me stand taller with more confidence. I only lost three or four pounds, but the number on the scale doesn’t tell the full story. My body has changed dramatically. I’ve lost two jean sizes and several inches all over. I love barre3 because of what it’s done for my body, but I love it even more because it’s so much fun. It never gets stale, and I know it’s something I’ll continue to do forever. No more exercise hopping for me! – Nicki Insley, barre3 Laguna Niguel owner
I am completely amazed by how much my body changed after incorporating barre3 into my exercise routine. It helped me shed extra weight that I was holding on to after I had my daughter, Hannah. I’m now 10 pounds lighter than I was before I had her, and I’m smaller than I was in high school! I have always been committed to fitness and a healthy lifestyle, however barre3 has helped me find my best version of myself. I feel stronger, longer (I’ve grown an inch), and leaner. I’m amazed by how much energy I have and by what my body has accomplished. – Jessica Leonard, barre3 Laguna Niguel owner
After the loss of my first baby, grief settled in and gripped my body. I was in a slump, and my posture was a reflection of what I was going through. I lacked self confidence, strength, and a mindful connection with exercise. I tried running, other forms of group-fitness classes, and strength training, but nothing seemed to keep me engaged and wanting more. Barre3 changed everything for me! Our instructor Katie says, “movement in the body heals,” and barre3 healed my body. It not only helped me lose over 15 inches, but it gave me strength, balance, and physical grace! I am more confident and comfortable in my own skin than ever. That, to me, is a lasting gift to my two little girls, as well. – Brenda Oakes, barre3 Tulsa owner
I began competitive sports at such a young age that I thought my six-pack was natural, and when it disappeared, I thought that was natural, too—just a part of getting older and busier. When I started barre3, it was totally amazing to love my workout and to watch muscles reappear in my body! While the number on the scale has changed by only about 10 pounds, I dropped six jeans sizes in the first five months of my practice. I feel alive in myself again, powerful, confident, and hopeful about growing older. – Megan Hurley, barre3 Fayetteville owner
We’re so proud of our studio owners for embracing whole-body health and for their commitment to help their communities experience the same incredible results they have. They walk the talk and inspire us all to take better care of ourselves. For that, we are grateful.
Do you have an incredible transformation story? Tell us in the comments below!
