I am not opposed to spending big money on fitness. I'm happy to pay for access to pricey reformer pilates studios; I don't buy into the idea that cheap franchise gyms are "just as good" as premium ...

As someone who has spent her career covering the health and wellness space, I can officially confirm that Pilates is having a moment. And while some health trends are a little bit iffy, this is one I ...

The “barre boom” as we know it first took off in the early 2010s and had everyone from your sister-in-law to your best friend’s mom arabesque-ing like there was no tomorrow. But what exactly is barre, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? I'm a little biased, but I think doing a barre workout is one of the best ways ...

A ballet barre is used for balance and strength building during exercises in the Align Barre Class at Align Pilates in Minneapolis, Minn. mct photo MINNEAPOLIS — A ballet-inspired “barre” workout has ...