My Pure Barre Experience

So you've heard me complain about my struggle with getting to the gym and finding a fitness routine that will give me the results that I'm looking for (that I'm willing to stick to). Losing weight is great, but I've been off the scale for a while since,for me, it's never really helped. I can tell if a workout is working for me because I quickly lose inches and I just have more energy in general. Sunday afternoon I nervously strolled into the Pure Barre studio located about 10 minutes from the hotel. I've been eyeing this Pure Barre craze for a while. I first learned about it when we moved to Chattanooga almost two years ago but never found the time or courage to try it out. Well...I finally did it and let me tell you, if you ever decide to attend a class you will tone, burn, stretch, and lift body parts you didn't even know existed. I knew that it would be a good workout, but it kicked by butt! My body shook uncontrollably the entire time (they say that's a good thing, it means you're pushing your body to the max).
When the instructor started off, I was sure we would have a warm-up. The second we started I quickly realized that this workout was no joke. I couldn't tell the warm-up from rest of the workout. We jumped right into abs and arms. I wasn't ready! I thought my body was going to give out the first five minutes into the workout and it was too late to make a run for it. I would've had to grab my shoes, keys, and coat from my cubby. Things I just couldn't leave behind. I was stuck!
When I'm struggling in a workout I'm usually motivated by the women much older than me breezing right through it. It gets me every time. If they can do, then shot so can I.
I was so happy when the instructor said we only had five minutes left until I realized that those last five minutes were all abs. Can you say burn baby burn?! Ouch.
 After all that burn I'm happy to report that I purchased a one month pass. Crazy, huh?
 Usually when a workout gives me a burn like this one did I dread going back, but this workout is addictive. After looking at how toned and strong the women who attend Pure Barre regularly are, I feel like I'm missing out. They had toned arms, legs and were killing those ab routines like nobody's business. There is no way you can attend these classes 3-4 times a week and not see results in the first month or two (unless you're eating unreasonably).  I will continue to attend classes and update you on the progress. I go back today! :)