{"id":2051,"date":"2025-01-30T20:50:16","date_gmt":"2025-01-30T20:50:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movewithnicole.com.au\/blog\/ideal-attire-for-a-barre-workout.html"},"modified":"2025-01-30T20:50:16","modified_gmt":"2025-01-30T20:50:16","slug":"ideal-attire-for-a-barre-workout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/health\/ideal-attire-for-a-barre-workout.html","title":{"rendered":"Ideal Attire for a Barre Workout"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re trying a barre workout, like Xtend Barre, for the first time, you may be wondering what you should wear.<\/p>\n

And if you weren\u2019t wondering, here\u2019s a heads up: Your usual workout attire may not be ideal for a barre class. If you tend to work out in baggy hoodies and sneakers, you may want to consider investing in some fitted tanks and non-slip socks.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe instructor always prefers to \u2018see\u2019 your body so that their cues can directly affect you. Pants and capris will help them to see your alignment and determine any internal and external rotation happening from your hips or knees,\u201d says Andrea Rogers, founder and creator of\u00a0Xtend Barre\u00a0and\u00a0XB Pilates.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not about vanity \u2014 the right gear can help you get the most out of your barre workout. Here are our most recommended items for your next barre workout.<\/p>\n

1. Comfy Leggings<\/h2>\n

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Why are formfitting leggings such an important part of your barre ensemble? Your own comfort is key, but it\u2019s also important that you (and your barre instructor!) can see your form.<\/p>\n

Barre is a ballet-inspired workout, which means body alignment is important. As you work on mastering new moves, it\u2019s important to make sure your form is on point (no ballet pun intended) while you\u2019re working up a sweat.<\/p>\n

Leggings don\u2019t have to be basic. The Wear It To Heart High Waist Reversible Leggings come in a reversible pattern, and the high waist keeps everything covered up while you stretch and twist.<\/p>\n

Another comfy option is the High-Waist Moto Legging from Alo, which comes in a wide range of colors, including a pale ballet-slipper pink.<\/p>\n

2. Sweat-Wicking Tank Top<\/h2>\n

\"\"Barre is all about little movements, including the famous \u201ctuck,\u201d and a form-fitting top can help you make sure your alignment is correct. And it\u2019s important to choose moisture-wicking fabric, because you\u2019ll definitely work up a sweat.<\/p>\n

One of our favorite tops for barre class is the Mippo Workout Top \u2014 it has a cute open-back detail that can go from grocery store to barre class simply by tying the ends together.<\/p>\n

Or show off your punny sense of humor with this \u201cBarre Hoppin’\u201d tank, which can clear up any confusion when you tell your coworkers you\u2019re hitting the barre after work.<\/p>\n

3. Grip Socks<\/h2>\n

\"ProductSneakers are a no-go during a barre class, but if you don\u2019t feel comfortable working out in your bare feet \u2014 or you\u2019re at a studio that requires footwear \u2014 a pair of non-slip socks is a must-have.<\/p>\n

To prevent slips, many studios recommend you wear sticky grip socks. These Xtend Barre Mary Jane socks\u00a0have ballet-inspired straps to get you in the barre frame of mind.<\/p>\n

4. Supportive Sports Bra<\/h2>\n

\"ProductBarre is a low-impact exercise, so you don\u2019t need a ton of support \u2014 but a snug sports bra, like the Nike Indy strappy sports bra, will keep everything in place so you can focus on form rather than worrying about wardrobe malfunctions.<\/p>\n

Another comfy option is the Venus Crop Top from Outdoor Voices \u2014 wear it alone as a crop top to show off the dramatic detail in the back, or layer it under a tank for extra support.<\/p>\n

5. Hair Ties<\/h2>\n

\"ProductThough slicked-back ballet buns aren\u2019t required, you\u2019ll definitely want to keep your hair out of your face. These Kitsch Spiral Hair Ties don\u2019t leave a hair crease, so they\u2019re perfect if you have somewhere to be after barre class.<\/p>\n

Squeeze in a barre workout during your lunch hour and still look presentable when you arrive back at the office \u2014 no hair straightener required.<\/p>\n

6. Something to Carry It All<\/h2>\n

\"\"Your barre gear wouldn\u2019t be complete without a bag to carry it all. This Esvan Yoga Mat Bag\u00a0is perfect for carrying all of your essentials \u2014 it\u2019s roomy enough to store a spare change of clothes, hair accessories, and anything else you might need.<\/p>\n

Trying a new workout can be intimidating, but having the right gear can help you feel more comfortable, so you can focus on getting the most out of your barre workout.<\/p>\n

Besides, we\u2019ll take any excuse to stock up on new workout essentials \u2014 so pack the gear you need, and we\u2019ll see you at the barre.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re trying a barre workout, like Xtend Barre, for the first time, you may be wondering what you should wear. And if you weren\u2019t wondering, here\u2019s a heads up: Your usual workout attire may not be ideal for a barre class. If you tend to work out in baggy hoodies and sneakers, you may […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2052,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2051","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-health"],"blocksy_meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2051","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2051"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2051\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2052"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2051"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2051"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ozhelp.org.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2051"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}