Ballet barre workouts have been around for decades (actually dating back to the 1950s with creator Lotte Berk). But they’ve become especially popular over the last few years. In fact, it was in the ...

Barre workouts have become a fast trend among runners and non-runners alike. In 2020, more than 3.5 million people took part in these group fitness workouts, which feature exercises inspired by ballet ...

Few exercises in the United States have gained as much popularity over the past decade as barre fitness. Founded by a Jewish dancer named Lotte Berk who escaped Nazi Germany shortly before the start ...

Heavy lifting and high-intensity cardio may get all the glory, but when it comes to sculpting lean muscle don't sleep on barre. The low-weight, high rep style of training has become more popular in ...

Barre ballet classes are a firm favourite in the fitness scene for their ability to combine the grace and elegance of classical dance and Pilates with the rigour of strength training. As an ...

Before Reformer Pilates and spinning bikes became the boutique workouts du jour, barre was the favoured fitness activity beloved by celebrities and high-flying women alike. Fans flocked to it not only ...