I just can't do barre workouts..... - Page 2

fuzzie · 08-24-13, 08:23 AM

I also recommend Barre3 as a barre workout that is gentler on the back. Sadie has lower back issues and you can tell she took that into consideration in designing her method: emphasis on neutral spine (very little tucking at all), controlled movement with a combination of small and large ROM, use of the ball in core work, etc.

Jackie - I agree that Booty Barre is especially tricky. There is a lot of momentum in the fast-paced movement and the form is not great IMO.

flamingoo · 08-24-13, 08:41 AM

Another vote for Barre3. I'm loving their streaming workouts right now! Instruction is excellent and they show modifications.

Demeris · 08-24-13, 09:10 AM

I rejoice that the fitness dvd world is so huge.

I love most barre and do barre regularly.

Pilates and yoga, however, trash my knees and my back.

Stephanie_B · 08-24-13, 11:25 AM

Dabbadooey do you even LIKE barre workouts? I mean if you don't, why do them? I don't like Pilates, I've done a group class, I've done countless videos, and I've done one-on-ones. I just find them boring and while they don't hurt me (I never put myself in a position to HURT per se) I watch time slow down as I stare at the clock in my head so meh, there's tons of other workouts.

Lauracat · 08-24-13, 11:27 AM

I also have problems with Tracey Mallett, including FuseDance, no matter how careful I am. Thanks everyone for the comments on Barre3 - I've been wavering over the QVC package and will probably buy it now

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Dabbadooey · 08-24-13, 11:31 AM

Stephanie, I do actually really like them. Booty barre also did a number on me every time I tried it. I haven't tried barre 3.

Stephanie_B · 08-24-13, 11:44 AM

Hopefully you'll find one that clicks. I ordered B3, and it's still unopened LOL

FitBoop · 08-24-13, 12:22 PM

Barre work requires a lot of core and abdominal strength, because you are stabilizing your torso while lifting legs out at various angles or bending or squatting, etc.. If the core is not strong, then all those movements will place stress on the lower back. Another major factor in barre work is posture and spinal alignment. Everyone has habits (after age 3 or 4) which throw off posture and alignment and yet feel normal (because it's our habit). So, without having an instructor or someone who is knowledgeable about spinal alignment watching you perform the movements and make corrections, it's easy to be in a position that places stress on the low back while doing the barre exercises. It might be worthwhile to visit a studio where you could get some tips from a barre instructor, so that you can continue doing barre exercises without hurting your back.

Leonana · 08-24-13, 12:43 PM

Crunches or sit-ups, along with ab leg lifts, are what hurt my lower back. I skip those in barre or pilates workouts, and I seem to do okay.

I find that engaging my core, while doing cardio or toning, really strengthens it.

Dabbadooey · 08-24-13, 12:56 PM

My core is fairly strong. I really think it is working out of the tuck/c curve that just doesn't work with my body.

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08-24-13, 08:23 AM
fuzzie VF Supporter Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Montreal, Quebec	I also recommend Barre3 as a barre workout that is gentler on the back. Sadie has lower back issues and you can tell she took that into consideration in designing her method: emphasis on neutral spine (very little tucking at all), controlled movement with a combination of small and large ROM, use of the ball in core work, etc. Jackie - I agree that Booty Barre is especially tricky. There is a lot of momentum in the fast-paced movement and the form is not great IMO.

08-24-13, 08:41 AM
flamingoo Join Date: Nov 2007	Another vote for Barre3. I'm loving their streaming workouts right now! Instruction is excellent and they show modifications.

08-24-13, 09:10 AM
Demeris Join Date: Dec 2006	I rejoice that the fitness dvd world is so huge. I love most barre and do barre regularly. Pilates and yoga, however, trash my knees and my back.

08-24-13, 11:25 AM
Stephanie_B Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: North Texas	Dabbadooey do you even LIKE barre workouts? I mean if you don't, why do them? I don't like Pilates, I've done a group class, I've done countless videos, and I've done one-on-ones. I just find them boring and while they don't hurt me (I never put myself in a position to HURT per se) I watch time slow down as I stare at the clock in my head so meh, there's tons of other workouts. __________________ Stephanie_B If you can't do it today what makes you think you will do it tomorrow? DISCLOSURE: I had a professional relationship with a seller or producer of fitness videos or products. For details, please see my profile.

08-24-13, 11:27 AM
Lauracat VF Supporter Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: New York	I also have problems with Tracey Mallett, including FuseDance, no matter how careful I am. Thanks everyone for the comments on Barre3 - I've been wavering over the QVC package and will probably buy it now .

08-24-13, 11:31 AM
Dabbadooey Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: SC	Stephanie, I do actually really like them. Booty barre also did a number on me every time I tried it. I haven't tried barre 3.

08-24-13, 11:44 AM
Stephanie_B Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: North Texas	Hopefully you'll find one that clicks. I ordered B3, and it's still unopened LOL __________________ Stephanie_B If you can't do it today what makes you think you will do it tomorrow? DISCLOSURE: I had a professional relationship with a seller or producer of fitness videos or products. For details, please see my profile.

08-24-13, 12:22 PM
FitBoop VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001	Barre work requires a lot of core and abdominal strength, because you are stabilizing your torso while lifting legs out at various angles or bending or squatting, etc.. If the core is not strong, then all those movements will place stress on the lower back. Another major factor in barre work is posture and spinal alignment. Everyone has habits (after age 3 or 4) which throw off posture and alignment and yet feel normal (because it's our habit). So, without having an instructor or someone who is knowledgeable about spinal alignment watching you perform the movements and make corrections, it's easy to be in a position that places stress on the low back while doing the barre exercises. It might be worthwhile to visit a studio where you could get some tips from a barre instructor, so that you can continue doing barre exercises without hurting your back.

08-24-13, 12:43 PM
Leonana Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Arizona	Crunches or sit-ups, along with ab leg lifts, are what hurt my lower back. I skip those in barre or pilates workouts, and I seem to do okay. I find that engaging my core, while doing cardio or toning, really strengthens it. __________________ Sherry

08-24-13, 12:56 PM
Dabbadooey Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: SC	My core is fairly strong. I really think it is working out of the tuck/c curve that just doesn't work with my body.