BARRE IS A LOW-IMPACT, full-body workout that blends ballet moves with core-strengthening and muscle-building exercises inspired by Pilates and resistance training. Created in London by ballerina Lotte Berk back in the ‘50s, barre is set to the beat of the music and uses strength-training techniques to exhaust the muscles and improve active range of motion.
Even though the method has evolved and today many different approaches exist, one of the signature features is the famous muscular “burn” or shake caused by the frequent isometric holds. These are performed by maintaining the same position for quite a while, often adding small pulsing motions. This type of contraction, where the length of the musclesat building endurance but also mental resilience and concentration, so that at the end of the practice you feel empowered and more confident.
