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YOUR BARRE3 QUESTIONS ANSWERED: ROUND 2
When we released our first round of Your Barre3 Questions, Answered your questions came pouring in! In this installment, we’re sharing answers to questions like whether 10-minute workouts really work, how soon after having a baby it’s safe to start barre3 again, and more. Read on for the answers, and if you have more questions, share them in the comments below!
Q: I’m super limited on time. Can I get results from consistently doing the barre3 10-minute online workouts?
A: Absolutely! Research has shown that performing smaller workouts throughout the day can be just as effective as doing one long session, especially for boosting your metabolism and energy. Another bonus: You’ll feel more focused and energized after moving your body, which will help power you through your busy day. Our 10-minute workouts include total-body moves, cardio, and postures that help realign and balance your body—not just during the workout but throughout the day. These mini-bursts are designed to help you accomplish a lot—burn, lengthening, and strengthening—in a short period of time.
Q: Why is barre3 a good pre- and post-natal workout? And how soon after delivery can I return to the studio?
A: Because the barre3 workout can be adapted to meet your needs, it’s ideal for pregnant women and new moms dealing with everything from abdominal separation to fatigue. Our workouts and modifications are designed to meet you exactly where you are and, using that place as a starting point, help you safely get stronger all over. Our emphasis on breathwork is also key because it helps you engage your core, clear your mind, and reduce anxiety.
We encourage all our clients to check in with their bodies throughout class, and this is especially true for pregnant and new moms. Your pregnancy journey is such an important time to tune in and become even more aware of your body and how it has changed. When the instructor offers an optional turbo layer, know that this is probably not the time to take it. Don’t be surprised or critical of yourself if one day you can rock Plank on the floor for the full minute and the next day you need to take it at the barre.
If you’re doing barre3 in the studio, be sure to let your instructor know before the workout that you’re pregnant or have recently had a baby. If you’re doing barre3 online workouts, familiarize yourself with our modifications for prenatal workouts and for abdominal separation. As for when to return to class after having a baby, only you can truly know. Listen to your body and to your mind, consult your doctor*, and make a decision you feel comfortable with.
*You should always consult your doctor (or another medical professional) before working out while pregnant or just having a baby.
Q: How do you avoid hitting a plateau? If I take barre3 classes 5 or 6 days a week, should I modify postures regularly just to change things up a bit?
A: It’s always a good idea to mix things up regularly, for both your mind and your body. Maybe one day you use weights and one day you don’t. (Sometimes it feels even harder to go without weights.) When we give you the option to raise your heels in a posture, try playing around with that as well—lift higher on some days and lower on others. Play around with your foundation. In Narrow Athletic V, work with your heels hovering lower to the ground, which turns on your core a bit more. Focus on making some days more restorative—and some days more intense. Playing with different modifications and how you use the props in every class will improve your results and change how you feel each time.
We also suggest changing up your schedule and routine. It’s good to keep your body guessing, and adding variety to your schedule can help. Maybe you’re an early riser and you love getting a sweat in before work. Shake things up and try a class at lunch or press play after work. And even if you’ve committed to a favorite instructor, try taking class with someone new! Experiencing the cues of a new instructor can help unlock different things in your body. Head to this post for more ideas on how to break a plateau.
Q: I hate going to classes or to the gym. Can I get the same benefits from doing barre3 online workouts?
A: Yes! Whether in the studio or at home, whatever you put into each workout is what you’ll get out of it—simple as that. Barre3 online has an online tool that tracks your workouts for the week, so you can still get the validation, commitment, and accountability that you would get from going to the studio. Barre3 online also offers 10, 30, 45, and 60 minute class options, giving you the flexibility and freedom to select the workout that best fits where you are today.
Ready to experience the magic of the barre3 workout yourself? Sign up for a 15-day free trial of barre3 online or book a studio LIVESTREAM class today!
When we released our first round of Your Barre3 Questions, Answered your questions came pouring in! In this installment, we’re sharing answers to questions like whether 10-minute workouts really work, how soon after having a baby it’s safe to start barre3 again, and more. Read on for the answers, and if you have more questions, share them in the comments below!
Q: I’m super limited on time. Can I get results from consistently doing the barre3 10-minute online workouts?
A: Absolutely! Research has shown that performing smaller workouts throughout the day can be just as effective as doing one long session, especially for boosting your metabolism and energy. Another bonus: You’ll feel more focused and energized after moving your body, which will help power you through your busy day. Our 10-minute workouts include total-body moves, cardio, and postures that help realign and balance your body—not just during the workout but throughout the day. These mini-bursts are designed to help you accomplish a lot—burn, lengthening, and strengthening—in a short period of time.
Q: Why is barre3 a good pre- and post-natal workout? And how soon after delivery can I return to the studio?
A: Because the barre3 workout can be adapted to meet your needs, it’s ideal for pregnant women and new moms dealing with everything from abdominal separation to fatigue. Our workouts and modifications are designed to meet you exactly where you are and, using that place as a starting point, help you safely get stronger all over. Our emphasis on breathwork is also key because it helps you engage your core, clear your mind, and reduce anxiety.
We encourage all our clients to check in with their bodies throughout class, and this is especially true for pregnant and new moms. Your pregnancy journey is such an important time to tune in and become even more aware of your body and how it has changed. When the instructor offers an optional turbo layer, know that this is probably not the time to take it. Don’t be surprised or critical of yourself if one day you can rock Plank on the floor for the full minute and the next day you need to take it at the barre.
If you’re doing barre3 in the studio, be sure to let your instructor know before the workout that you’re pregnant or have recently had a baby. If you’re doing barre3 online workouts, familiarize yourself with our modifications for prenatal workouts and for abdominal separation. As for when to return to class after having a baby, only you can truly know. Listen to your body and to your mind, consult your doctor*, and make a decision you feel comfortable with.
*You should always consult your doctor (or another medical professional) before working out while pregnant or just having a baby.
Q: How do you avoid hitting a plateau? If I take barre3 classes 5 or 6 days a week, should I modify postures regularly just to change things up a bit?
A: It’s always a good idea to mix things up regularly, for both your mind and your body. Maybe one day you use weights and one day you don’t. (Sometimes it feels even harder to go without weights.) When we give you the option to raise your heels in a posture, try playing around with that as well—lift higher on some days and lower on others. Play around with your foundation. In Narrow Athletic V, work with your heels hovering lower to the ground, which turns on your core a bit more. Focus on making some days more restorative—and some days more intense. Playing with different modifications and how you use the props in every class will improve your results and change how you feel each time.
We also suggest changing up your schedule and routine. It’s good to keep your body guessing, and adding variety to your schedule can help. Maybe you’re an early riser and you love getting a sweat in before work. Shake things up and try a class at lunch or press play after work. And even if you’ve committed to a favorite instructor, try taking class with someone new! Experiencing the cues of a new instructor can help unlock different things in your body. Head to this post for more ideas on how to break a plateau.
Q: I hate going to classes or to the gym. Can I get the same benefits from doing barre3 online workouts?
A: Yes! Whether in the studio or at home, whatever you put into each workout is what you’ll get out of it—simple as that. Barre3 online has an online tool that tracks your workouts for the week, so you can still get the validation, commitment, and accountability that you would get from going to the studio. Barre3 online also offers 10, 30, 45, and 60 minute class options, giving you the flexibility and freedom to select the workout that best fits where you are today.
Ready to experience the magic of the barre3 workout yourself? Sign up for a 15-day free trial of barre3 online or book a studio LIVESTREAM class today!
