Barre Workouts for Dummies - by Andrea Leigh Rogers (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Sculpt, Strengthen, and Shine: Barre Workouts with International Fitness Star Andrea Rogers

In Barre Workouts For Dummies, international fitness founder of Xtend Barre, Andrea Rogers, delivers a revolutionary new guide that combines ballet-inspired precision with intense strength and resistance training that doesn't require any weights. Rogers explains, in a way that's accessible for fitness pros and beginners alike, how to improve your strength, posture, and body with safe, effective exercises.

The book provides step-by-step instructions for full-body routines, strength-focused techniques, and mindfulness practices specifically tailored to make you look, feel, and move better.

Inside the book:

• Strategies for incorporating the " 4 S's" in your life: stretch, stamina, strength, and stability
• Techniques to reduce your risk of injury, increase your physical fitness, and improve your mood and mindset
• Easy-to-follow steps for incorporating healthy habits and routines in your own life for the long-term

Perfect for people interested in the tremendous flexibility, strength, and overall wellness benefits of barre training, Barre Workouts For Dummies is great for barre instructors interested in brushing up on the fundamentals and anyone looking for low-impact movement and exercise.

From the Back Cover

Sculpt, strengthen, and shine--with Barre

Ballet-inspired fitness meets strength training with Barre--a workout that tones muscles, improves posture, and builds flexibility without heavy weights or high impact. Barre Workouts For Dummies gives you everything you need to master this popular exercise method at home or at the studio. You'll learn the foundational moves, put together full-body routines, and discover mindfulness practices that make each workout more effective. Whether you're brand new to Barre or looking to level up, this book helps you embrace the four pillars of a full Barre workout: strength, stretch, stamina, and stability.

Inside ...

• Understanding Barre basics
• Targeting specific muscle groups
• Creating full-body routines
• Building core stability
• Improving flexibility
• Practicing mindfulness
• Tracking your progress
• Staying motivated long-term

About the Author

Andrea Leigh Rogers is the founder of Xtend Barre, an international workout program. A former professional dancer, she's trained celebrities and has been featured in VOGUE, ELLE, and SHAPE. She's a BODi super trainer and is the author of Small Moves, Big Life.