Ballet barre workouts have been around for decades (actually dating back to the 1950s with creator Lotte Berk). But they’ve become especially popular over the last few years. In fact, this type of ...

There are no tutus or pointe shoes as the seven women line up at the SuperFly Fitness ballet barre. Although plies, releves and positions are included in the hourlong class, there's no ballet ...

Barre workouts are inspired by ballet and use a stationary handrail for support. They also draw elements from Pilates, yoga, and strength training to create a low impact, full-body workout. A barre ...

With the pandemic forcing many people to adapt their fitness routines to the confines of their homes, exercise typically done in class settings — like spinning or barre — has gone virtual. But often ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? If you've gotten super into at-home barre workouts, you're not alone. The fun, ...

Markham Heid is a contributor at TIME. He is the author of The Habit Trap, due out in early 2027. Bethan Mooney for TIME In ballet training, the barre is the horizontal handrail dancers grip while ...

Not all low-impact workouts deliver the same results – here’s what stood out after three years of testing ...