So I know this is a little past due… ok, it’s A LOT past due, but here’s what I have to say about my progress in the month of August; I kicked butt! Not only did I drop nearly five pounds, but I shrunk another quarter inch in almost all of my measurement marking areas…
Tag: women’s fitness
CHELSEY’S BARRE FITNESS JOURNEY: POST #2
Well here I am! One month has passed since I returned to Barre Forte, and I must admit that getting back to the barre wasn’t as easy as I thought it would be. The festivities of the 4th of July holiday upended my first week back. I drank too much, I ate too much, and I didn’t go to…
Save Mom from Summer Classes
Moms, we have three, new barre events designed to give you respite from the demands of summer; kids! Log in and reserve your class today! Save Mom from Summer Barre Class Highlands Ranch Studio, July 22, 12:15 pm A free babysitter will be in hand to watch your wee ones. Babies, Babes (You), and Barre…
CHELSEY’S BARRE FITNESS JOURNEY: POST #1
After a 9-month hiatus from exercising, I am excited to return to Barre Forte! I began my love affair with the studio formerly know as (tongue in cheek) The Body Barre, in April of 2014. During my free trial week, the sense of support I felt from the other students and instructors, the kick-ass workouts,…
A Guest Blog Post - Client, Hallie Lorimer
For years, I had been hiding behind baggy clothes and jokes about a true love affair with anything chocolate. I had lost my confidence along and needed something major to jump start my motivation. I had tried every diet and exercise fad around. I was spending serious money trying to find something to inspire me,…
Not So Secret Tips for Ultimate Weight Loss
Things you probably know, but most likely need to be reminded of: Drink water! Fat is transported through urine, not sweat. Sleep. Really! This can’t be stressed enough. Lift weights. Go heavy. A pound of muscle burns 50 calories a day. Gain 4 pounds of muscle and burn an extra 200 calories per day. Replace…
Pregnancy and Postpartum Praise for Barre Workouts
Having participated in a variety of workouts throughout my last two pregnancies, I can say with certainty that there is no better, non-impact way to stay in shape while pregnant, than barre. Furthermore, there is no better way to get back into shape, without placing undue pressure on the perineum postpartum, than barre. While it…
Barre Circuit Workout - For Gym or Hotel Fitness Center
Introduction: I love this workout! You’ll hit every body part (except abs, I’m pregnant), and work in small barre moves, isometric holds, body weight moves, and large ranges of motion. The moves are sequenced so that you can quickly move from one body part to the next and conduct all of the exercises in a…
Skinny - Artichoke and Spinach - Dip!
My Husband drummed this up with leftover spinach from our previous evening’s dinner. Medium tub Greek yogurt cream cheese Canned, drained, and mashed artichoke hearts (not marinated in oil) Fresh spinach, sauted with a drizzle of olive oil, diced yellow onions, and diced garlic Mix and heat or serve chilled Awesome and tastes just like…
GoRecess Studio Spotlight: The Body Barre; Denver, CO
GoRecess Studio Spotlight: The Body Barre; Denver, CO Passionate about their barre classes due to how quickly they tone and tighten clients’ bodies, the body barre is also adamant that there is no workout so great that you should repeat it every day. For that reason, they offer a variety of classes in addition to…