Sorting Out the Differences of Bar Method, The Dailey Method, Body Bar, and More


Updated 05/08/11 5:30 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Exercises Classes Across the US That Incorporate a Bar

Your parents will be happy to know that those ballet classes you took as a kid aren't going to waste, thanks to a new wave of ballet-inspired workout classes popping up in cities all across the country. Put on your yoga wear, find your place in front of the bar, and stretch your way to a elongated, lean body — Black Swan style. But what class does what? Or are they all quite similar? Here's a Read more

Barre Workouts are Expensive! Try This At-Home Alternative Instead


Updated 05/24/12 8:43 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

At-Home Barre Workout Ideas

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! Barre classes may make you easy on the eyes, but at $20 or more a pop, they're definitely not easy on the wallet. Rather than take a second job to pay for our latest fitness addiction, we turned to Beverly Hill-based Cardio Barre instructor Stacey Bosworth to get the inside scoop on scoring a long, lean dancer's body Read more

Celebrities Who Love Ballet-Inspired Fitness


Updated 05/16/11 1:41 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Celebrities Who Love Bar Method and Other Ballet Barre Classes

The success of last year's Black Swan only added to the popularity of ballet-inspired classes. For years, celebs have touted the workouts' abilities to sculpt long and lean physiques, and thanks to ballet's newfound spotlight, new barre workout styles and studios have been popping up all across the country. Whether they are fans of Bar Method, Pure Barre, or any other of the ballet-inspired Read more

Fit Philosophy: Ginnifer Goodwin


Updated 05/22/12 3:24 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ginnifer Goodwin Diet and Fitness Routine

Happy birthday, Ginnifer Goodwin! The Once Upon a Time star turns 34 today, and to celebrate we're taking a look at how Ginnifer stays active and fit in her daily life. Always on the go: Ginnifer often credits living in health-conscious LA for her active lifestyle. Whether she's going to Ballet Body or The Bar Method, her workouts gravitate toward leotards, the barre, and pliés. She also turns Read more

DVD Review: Bar Method Dancer's Body Advanced Workout


Updated 03/13/11 3:06 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Review of Bar Method's Dancer's Body Advanced Workout DVD

Barre-based workouts have become increasing popular thanks to Natalie Portman's dancer bod in Black Swan, the Tracy Anderson Method, and barre3; and Bar Method, a ballet-inspired sculpting program with studios across the US, is no exception. The method, which is taught as an hour-long class, focuses on isometric movements, light weight work, stretching, and subtle moves at the barre. It is also Read more

Neve Campbell Covers Health: "I'm Less Worried About What Other People Think"


Updated 03/18/11 7:22 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Neve Campbell Covers Health Magazine: Talks Jennifer Love Hewitt, Fitness, and Media Scrutiny

Neve Campbell looks like she hasn't aged a day since Party of Five! The actress, 37, appears on the April cover of Health and talks about her love of exercise, why she won't be dieting any time soon, and why every woman should love her curves. Check out the highlights here: On her favorite workouts: "I do Cardio Barre, which uses some dance techniques . . . Yoga, Pilates, and running. I mix it Read more

5 Muscle Myths You Should Stop Believing


Updated 04/28/12 6:53 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Biggest Strength-Training Myths

Muscle building is an important component of any exercise routine, but are you strength training the right way? Here are five common myths about muscles, and why they aren't true. Heavy weights make you bulk up: It's a common belief: lifting heavy weights will have you looking more bodybuilder than long and lean. But in reality, your muscles won't get Ms. Olympia-sized from lifting a 20-pound Read more

10-Minute Workout: Legs and Arms With Sadie Lincoln


Updated 04/05/12 4:17 PM · Posted by · 10 comments

10-Minute Workout For Arms and Legs by Sadie Lincoln of barre3

If you're short on time, you need a multitasking workout. Sadie Lincoln, founder of barre3, created a quick home workout that targets both the arms and legs. This workout will fit in your living room and won't bother your downstairs neighbors either. Press play and follow along as Sadie leads you through a series of moves to tone arms and legs while working your core too. Read more

Take a Pure Barre Class in Your Own Home


Updated 05/22/12 12:49 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 5 comments

Pure Barre Workout to Tone Your Glutes

When you're looking to tone your derriere, sometimes you need to go minimal. That's the philosophy behind the Pure Barre method, where micro movements rule the workout. We were curious to explore this toning technique and took a tutorial from Pure Barre instructor Gina Ragnone on three moves that tone the tush. Get ready to move small but burn big with this booty workout you can do in the comfort Read more