One and all, we find ourselves captivated by the elegance, grace, artistic and athletic prowess of a ballerina. Their amazing ability to pirouette, assemblé, or perform a grande jeté with such ease and power is mesmerizing. These professionals are not born with all these techniques...
As our individual passion for how our body can move and the results it has on our mind and physical strength grows, we want to keep improving our dance conditioning. Barre, one of our top favorites, can be done traditionally (with the Barre) or on...
Many high-intensity interval training programs promote themselves as the way to your ultimate fitness goals. Yet, have you ever tried to take a bodybuilder and get him to plie? If you have participated in several different workout regimens, you may have wondered how these seemingly...
After a BFW virtual Barre class, your quads and glutes are usually feeling that burn. But did you know Barre can do even more? Although you may not discern it right away, lots of barre exercises are also great for your abs. Barre workouts in...
A single Pilates workout can sometimes improve back pain in the same way that a massage can bring relief to tight muscles. But for more lasting results and to prevent future flare-ups, it is recommended to get in two or three Pilates workouts per week....
You don’t have to be a dancer to experience knee pain. One study shows that up to 25% of adults are afflicted with pain in this essential part of our bodies. Here is where the endless benefits of exercising can help. Although not a permanent...
Modern life these days can feel overwhelming, filled with change and uncertainty. And more recently those changes seem to be occurring at a faster pace than ever before. The result? Stress. It’s the way your body responds to a demanding situation. There is space between...
A Barre class is a combination of beautiful Ballet barre elements for alignment and stability, with Pilates fundamentals for orthopedic stretching and lengthening. It's a great choice to get fit, strong, and elongated. For any woman looking to improve her posture and have firmer extremities,...
It's no surprise that barre classes have exploded in popularity in recent years (favored by A-list celebrities) and being fused with a number of other cross-training formats. It's a targeted, high-precision workout that we also love for our older students because it's easier than most...
If there is one thing that dancers are blessed with, it is serious core body strength. And this is not by accident. Dance cardio engages your abs in a way no other exercise does. Every class ends with new choreography pieces to add to your...