Yoga in the Park
Saturday, October 7, 2017
Over the weekend, I attended Barre to Brunch. It was my first Barre to Brunch pop up class. The event was hosted by Pure Barre and KBC. Let me just say, I didn't know much about Barre until I got there.
The class began at 9am. My morning started off five minutes late but I was able to sneak to the back, get out my yoga mat and jump right into the pliés. The weather was perfect for an early morning workout . Upon arrival, I was shocked that their were so many women spread out on the lawn doing simultaneous isometric movements.
The upbeat music blasted as the instructor had a microphone attached to her ears as she walked around encouraging women and helping them get the most out of their work out. What I loved about it the most ,was that it was women from ALL different kind of walks of life coming together for a fun work out. This group of women ranged from ages to 10 and up, different shades, and sizes! Some were super fit and some were beginners like myself.
Ya'll, your girl had NO idea how out of shape I was until we began exercises that targeted so many muscles at once. From creating a diamond shape with our heels, to extending our legs and holding planks...My legs and thighs were SHAKING --which the instructor told us to embrace and consider it a very good sign. I pushed myself as hard as I could through out the class. My. God. I. Thought. I. Was. Going. To. Fall .Out!!! Okay, I'm being slightly overly dramatic but the satisfaction you get after completing this amazing work out is INDESCRIBABLE.
After a hour of barre, we all walked over next door to KBC for complimentary mimosas. Women grabbed their glass while looking at the brunch menu--me included. Smells of macaroons , mimoas, and freshly baked cakes filled the resturant's air. I ordered the french toast with bacon and a cup of fruit. I sipped on my mimosas and made some new friends.
Gals That Brunch is held the first Saturday of each month. I am thrilled to go to the next session. Have you guys tried Barre? Let me know your experience!
