by BeyondBarre | Sep 7, 2013 | Fitness Technique, Tools & Tips
In a BeyondBarre class we quickly feel the burn in the Quadriceps during Standing Barre. All of the Demi Plies and small muscle isolation pulses send the burn to the quads swiftly. This “exquisite burn” is what brings people back and back again to BeyondBarre class....
by BeyondBarre | Sep 7, 2013 | Fitness Technique, Tools & Tips
Working in a full range of motion will greatly increase the effectiveness of the exercises you are performing. When you are instructing a class, be sure to watch that your class follows this strategy. This means each exercise is carried out honoring all positions of...
by BeyondBarre | Sep 7, 2013 | Fitness Technique, Tools & Tips
Help your clients find the BeyondBarre “exquisite burn” during the Standing Barre progression of Plie-Releve exercises. “Say It” – tell your clients how to get into the foot position of your choosing (parallel hip-width, first, second, parallel together). “Count...
by BeyondBarre | Aug 5, 2013 | Fitness Technique, Tools & Tips
Often times there is a lull in fitness studio activity during the summer while clients are away on vacation. This is a great time to step back and look at the over all organization of your space. Organize the small props (weights, balls, bands) with baskets or bins....
by BeyondBarre | Aug 5, 2013 | Fitness Technique, Tools & Tips
When working in the Bridge position the hips often lower towards the mat when your clients become fatigued. Place your hands on the client’s knees and tell them to send their energy forward towards you. This will lift the hips and activate the quadriceps as well as...
by BeyondBarre | Aug 5, 2013 | Fitness Technique, Tools & Tips
During the Mat Work Progression the Bridge position may be challenging for many clients to hold with correct form. It is important to avoid the booty squeeze. Cue the hips to lift to the ceiling while reaching long forward through the knees keeping the booty relaxed....
