Barre at Fitness Rangers

It’s very over priced for limited space. All staff members stare and wonder why you don’t Olympic style lift. I recommend really going to a gym where the environment is fun and not intimidating
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I have been a member of Fitness rangers for about 8 months and have been working out intensely as an athlete almost my entire life. Fitness rangers has really helped me accomplish my goals in so many unexpected ways. Most recently they added the Barre program. I am a spin instructor, lift weights and enjoy workouts focussed more around high intensity training that can be extremely taxing on your body. I rarely take the time I need to focus on posture, stretching and building strength from slow and controlled movements with little to no weights. I initially tried Barre out of curiosity. But I continue to go because it has become life changing in my fitness routine. Rebecca, the instructor, spends a lot of time working with each member on their individualized needs. She quickly was able to assess that I needed to work on my posture and flexibility. I also had a shoulder injury and she has helped me to stretch and modify my workouts so that when I walk out of the Barre room I am standing taller, I have more range of motion in my neck and shoulders, I leave with significantly less shoulder pain than I enter with, my leg muscles have stretched and elongated and my overall body feels stronger. What is most amazing is that I initially noticed a difference after only three classes, and others have commented on the difference as well. Lastly, my trainers rarely correct my form in my other activities since I began Barre. I am naturally more aware of my posture and feel more controlled in my movements when lifting and completing bootcamps. Barre, for me, has become an essential part of my fitness routine that was previously missing. It is helping me to reach new levels. Thank you Fitness Rangers and Rebecca. You have become family to me!!!

So I’ll admit, I went into Barre thinking «low-​impact dance based workout… I got this.» Let’s just say I was definitely overconfident. 5 minutes into my first Barre workout my arms screamed at me as I tried to lift a 2 pound weight. Yes, a 2 pound weight!!! I couldn’t believe it! And we still had legs, abs, back and our booty workouts left. I remember thinking «no wonder why dancers have the most amazing bodies.» Well I am happy to report 4 months later, although I do not have my prima ballerina body YET, I am starting to see the long lean muscles I’ve been wanting for forever. I would encourage anyone looking for a low-​impact workout that will strengthen and tone your muscles to the fullest, to check out Barre at Fitness Rangers!

Barre is one of the most challenging fitness pursuits I’ve ever taken on [and I’ve tried a LOT!], but with continued, dedicated practice, you’re sure to see results. I’m talking sculpted arms, a lifted seat and several inches lost around your waistline and other tough to target spots — Barre targets it all!
Rebecca Dinaburg is one of the best, most compassionate instructors I know — though make no mistake, she’s tough and will hold you accountable! Barre at Fitness Rangers is a welcome addition to the Sacramento market — take one class and you’ll be hooked!