It’s a total body workout with something for everyone.
Meet the Experts
Keep reading to learn about all things Barrys before giving it a try.
What Is Barrys?
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Barrys classes alternate aerobic activity like running or cycling withstrength training.
Regardless, expect to be active throughout class as you cycle through those endurance and strength-training sections.
And prepare to vibe out, says Barry’s instructor Joe Nicastro.
Workouts take place in whats called the Red Room, a studio with red mood lighting and bumping music.
Youll never have the same workout twice, says Nicastro.
Each trainer programs their own workout.
This also encourages major calorie burn, sometimes as much as700 to 1,000 calories per class.
Classes are 45 minutes to an hour long.
Workouts start with a dynamic warm-up to prep your body for the activity to come.
You must master the techniques and form before ever adding weight.
Lemere advises talking with your instructor before class to clue them in to any injuries or limitations you have.
That way they can help tailor your workout to meet your needs.
Lyons also suggests going at your own pace as you develop tolerance for new movements.
A key difference between the two is that at OrangeTheory, you wear a heart rate monitor throughout class.
Barrys workouts also encourage your heart rate to rise and fall, but dont incorporate the heart rate tracker.
Expect to get sweaty, says Lemere, who recommends aheadbandorponytail if you have long hair.
Don’t forget a water bottle to rehydrate.
If youre taking a treadmill class, bring your running shoes.
If not, Lemere advises wearing a stable shoe that’s as flat as possible for optimal strength-training performance.
The Final Takeaway
Barrys studio classes combine HIIT with strength training that targets specific muscle groups.
If you have heart problems, try this class only with your doctors approval, says Lyons.
The energy found in the Red Room is one-of-a-kind, says Lemere.
The music, the connection our community has, and the intensity of the workout cannot be beaten.
You must book your spot for every Barry’s class.
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