31/12/2023
Get prepped for the January challenge, starting tomorrow!
We’re a gang of home workouters now and it’s only right to create a dreamy Barre atmosphere for the best workout experience, bringing a slice of the in-person studio magic to your home 🪄
✨Define your space
Clear the clutter and create an inviting space that allows for movement and flexibility. It only needs to be the size of a yoga mat but you’ll need enough space overhead for full arm extensions and enough space at the sides not to tickle your toes on precious ornaments.
✨Gather your equipment
Gather your Barre essentials! Your ‘Barre’ can be anything from a sturdy chair, a chest of drawers, or even a mantelpiece, around belly button height. You’ll need a mat for floor-based exercises, light dumbbells (anything from 1 to 3kgs) as well as a looped resistance band, a long resistance band and our trusty Pilates ball (my favourite piece of equipment!). Not totally necessary but great to have are ankle weights (anything from 0.5 to 1.5kgs) and sliders.
✨Dress the part
Your favourite workout attire will make you feel more confident and ready to get started. I'd recommend anything that's similar to what you'd wear for yoga or Pilates. Comfy leggings and a top which you can move in. You don't want to wear any shoes and only wear socks if they have the sticky bottoms so you don't slip - personally I love doing it in bare feet! My favourite brands for great leggings are Varley, Alo Yoga, Sweaty Betty and Tala.
✨Mirror, Mirror on the wall
If you can, I’d LOVE you to add a mirror to your space. It makes such a difference in helping you check your form and be much more intentional with your movements, keeping an eye on your posture and technique.
Bringing the studio home isn’t just about the physical setup; it’s about creating an environment that inspires and motivates. With a touch of creativity and dedication, your living room can transform into your very own Barre sanctuary and become everything you need to see real results from home workouts. With the January challenge starting tomorrow, now’s the time to get your Barre haven ready ❤️