Barre3

Back when Barre3 was just a single studio in Portland’s Pearl District, I partnered with the fledgling brand to help shape their story and inspire new clients to step up to the barre. Fifteen years later, that scrappy little studio is now a global franchise with over 180 locations.

From their wildly successful Barre365 campaign to blogs, social and seasonal initiatives, I’ve written for and contributed to the brand’s creative evolution at every stage of their growth.

Barre3 Social

The next time you head to the studio, remember that virtually every instructor and front desk member used to be a client. Some of these women experienced such profound transformations that they decided to pay it forward by joining the barre3 team. ✨

On today’s blog, we’re sharing their success stories, along with some then-and-now pictures that have to be seen to be believed. Click to read on.

Breast cancer has affected our mothers, our daughters, our sisters and our friends. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we want to remind our incredible community of the importance of self-care, which includes breast self-exams.✨

Let’s continue to empower each other by sharing knowledge, supporting one another, and fostering a culture of wellness that includes both mental and physical health. 💗

Teachers Rule. 📕🍎🎓

This summer, we’re giving educators of all kinds some well-deserved extra credit:

From June 1^st to August 31^st, get unlimited classes for just $99 per month!

It’s our way saying thanks for all you do—enjoy your summer break, and we’ll see you in the studio!🧡

Collagen: More Than Skin Deep

Hear that? It's all the buzz surrounding collagen these days. This powerhouse protein is showing up in everything from smoothies to supplements, with promises of glowing skin and better gut health.

So does collagen live up to the hype? And what’s the best way to work it into your routine? We had questions, so we reached out to our friends at ReplenishPDX for the answers.

Collagen 101

Collagen is an abundant protein found in your muscles, bones, skin and tendons. It gives your skin strength and elasticity, and supports everything from healthy hair to stronger joints. Think of it as the “glue” that holds your body together.

Healthy skin, hair and nails are the most obvious benefits, but they go way beyond that. Collagen helps build stronger bones and joints, boosts the immune system, promotes deeper sleep and improves brain function. It’s also a gut-healing superfood, says Functional Nutritionist Caroline Stahlschmidt from Replenish PDX.

Deep Dive: The Science Behind barre3

If you’ve ever taken a Barre3 class, then you’re familiar with our signature 3-step sequence: First, there’s an isometric hold. Next, we move small, layering on tiny 1-inch moves. Then we finish off by moving big.

That’s how barre3 works, and it delivers serious results. But today we’re turning to the experts to explain why barre3 works.

We spoke with specialists in the fields in fitness, anatomy, biomechanics, and sports medicine to help you understand the science that went into developing our powerful workout. Read on for a deep dive into the science behind barre3.