Happy Workout Wednesday to you! I have got a great mind-body exercise for you today. It sculpts, it lengthens, and it tones. This exercise can really change your body. “What is it?” you ask. Well, it’s not magic. But it is Barre – specifically Energy Flow Barre.
Barre workouts are considered to be in the mind-body realm of exercise, because you have to concentrate so much on what you are doing, it doesn’t leave much time for the mind to wonder. The concentration is on the deep connections between all parts of the body from the superficial, to the large muscles, down to the connective tissue. Barre rocks!
Now I know what you are thinking – is this just another ballet routine? Trust me, it’s not. And it’s also not an easy, effortless exercise. It’s hard work that is made to look easy. In Energy Flow Barre, you start with dynamic ranges of motion to warm up, and then head over to the barre (aka back of a chair) to work deeper into the muscles. These small ranges of motion, with precise alignment, work the body fast, and create long, strong muscles. Stop by YouTube and give it a try. All you need is you, a chair, and a mat. Consider this week the introduction – I promise a longer routine in the future 🙂 While you’re at it – check out the Energy Flow workout from last week and subscribe to the House of Healthy Channel.
What is your favorite type of mind-body exercise? Have you tried Barre before? Let me know in the comments below.
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As always,
Peace and Love,
Jessi
