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A ballet bar at Barre Effect studio is used to support with posture, stretching and strength training exercises. Photo: Barre Effect
A ballet bar at Barre Effect studio is used to support with posture, stretching and strength training exercises. Photo: Barre Effect
How ballet workouts offer a softer but successful approach to fitness
With a focus on low-impact sculpting over bulking, ballet-inspired movements are having a moment in fitness