06/09/2026
Does barre count as strength training? 👀
My short answer: Yes.
But here's where fitness gets oversimplified.
Not every workout is designed to do the exact same thing. And that's how it should be.
Barre, strength training, yoga, walking, mobility work, breathwork, HIIT, crossfit... they all have a time, place, and purpose.
When it comes to barre (especially the style I teach — I was a Barre3 instructor for about 3 years), it helps you connect with your body, and is designed to improve stability, coordination, and feel energized rather than depleted. It often has a somatic quality (expressing and listening to your body) that I absolutly love.
But if your goal is maximizing muscle growth, bone density, and long-term metabolic health, heavier strength training with progressive overload is hard to beat. Heavy strength training requires a different format that requires enough rest, load, and focus to increase the challenge over time.
Despite the black and white answers you see online, neither is "better." A workout is only as good as the one you'll actually do. ❤️
All formats are simply different tools and that's exactly the philosophy behind my online fitness studio: InSync Fitness.
Most fitness programs tell you what you should do and favorite one type of format.
But I believe the better question is: 👉 What does YOUR body need right now?
Some days that looks like lifting heavier and building strength. Some days it looks like a barre-style workout that leaves you feeling connected and energized. And some days your nervous system is asking for a rest or walk.
If your goal is to be a body builder, my philosophy won't be for you. But for those of you who want to heal from low energy, bloating/digestive issues, inflammation and puffy weight, and reduce anxiety/mood imbalances WHILE getting stronger and toned, you're gonna have to start listening to your body and not the loud influencers.
When you match movement to what your body can actually receive, you start getting the kind of results your body can actually build on.
I've designed 4 types of classes to adapt to your hormones, energy levels, and nervous system. Not the other way around. Tap my bio