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January 9, 2017

Not a New Years Resolution Post

D.C. blogger Alicia Tenise styles an affordable workout ensemble at Xtend Barre Arlington

Barre Workouts in Arlington VA

ban.do After This We're Getting Pizza Gym Bag

Affordable Workout Clothes

What to Wear to Barre Class

AERIE MOVE ANKLE WRAP LEGGING

Aerie Leggings | ban.do Pink ‘Pizza’ Gym Bag

A fitness post in January? Groundbreaking. But for me, this has a little bit of a different significance for me: this time last year, the doctors took off my cast from my carpal/cubital surgery, and I started the long road to recovery.

The day my cast was removed, I was unable to form the motion with my hand to pick up a piece of paper. I had 6 weeks of physical therapy just to regain a full range of motion, and boy: it was a doozy. Unfortunately working out wasn’t an option for me for most of the year, and well, it was downright difficult for me to do even after I was discharged from PT.

Barre has been the one class I can take that has enough modifications for my arm. Unfortunately I still can’t do push ups or flex my hand enough to support any weight on it, but the best thing about barre is that your instructor can modify exercises so you can keep up! I can do push-ups and planks on the barre, which provides a huge amount of relief for my wrist, and helps me work out my arm muscles!

Lately I’ve been going to Xtend Barre in Arlington, and they’ve treated me like family since day one. Yes, it is within walking distance of my apartment so I might be biased, but it’s honestly one of my favorite barre studios I’ve been to in the area! If you want to check it out, you can get 2 weeks of unlimited classes for only $49!

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  1. Kate says

    January 9, 2017 at 12:45 pm

    okay, youre outfit and all the accessories are just way too pretty! I LOVE barre and if I had all this pretty stuff, I might be more inclined to attend classes. Hehe! I am glad you are recovering and able to work out again! Yay!

    @katesnumberones
    http://www.katesnumberones.com

  2. Sydney Power says

    January 9, 2017 at 1:35 pm

    I have been a dancer all my life, but I have never taken a Barre class! I really want to!

  3. Peyton Baxter says

    January 9, 2017 at 1:50 pm

    Great work girl – you’re inspiring! And I love that gym bag!

    xo – Peyton
    http://www.lovenlabels.com

  4. Dana Mannarino says

    January 9, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    Love it girl! so happy you can do more of it again. I tried a barre class at Equinox and I LOVE it!

    Pink Champagne Problems

  5. ≈ CARMEN ≈ says

    January 9, 2017 at 2:09 pm

    Haha, love the pizza bag! I’ve yet to try a barre class, but I want to. :]

    // ▲ itsCarmen.com ▲

  6. Life in ATX says

    January 9, 2017 at 2:27 pm

    You’re a rockstar and I love these leggings, the ties are so cute!

    XO

    Lee Anne

    http://www.lifebylee.com

  7. Nicholle Brainard says

    January 9, 2017 at 2:34 pm

    Keep pushing through!! Recovering from surgery can be disappointing. I am so glad that you have found something to do that doesn’t hurt!

  8. Jenny says

    January 9, 2017 at 3:30 pm

    I love barre class! I go at my local gym a few times a week.

  9. Ariel Theresa says

    January 9, 2017 at 3:30 pm

    I LOVE barre!!! I was in a bad car accident and my spine can no longer handle the stomping. I miss it sooo much. I discovered barre though and it makes me feel like I am at a dance class, but can modify like you said. It is so great! I am so glad you love it too! You look soo adorable and I love your accessories!

  10. Nicole Leffew says

    January 9, 2017 at 3:59 pm

    Barre is the hardest workout I’ve ever done but it’s so good!

  11. Bella B @ xoxoBella says

    January 9, 2017 at 4:52 pm

    I have never tried Barre before, it sounds so fun!!! I must try it one day

  12. Brooke & Erica says

    January 9, 2017 at 5:53 pm

    I’ve never done barre but I think I would totally love it!!

    Erica
    http://www.pumpsandpushups.com

  13. Audrey Stowe says

    January 9, 2017 at 9:31 pm

    hahaha LOVE the caption to this post! This makes me get into the workout mode- but first, need those leggings. Great post gal!

  14. Rita says

    January 9, 2017 at 9:35 pm

    You are inspiring. Cute workout outfit. I am glad you found great workout for you. Will try that for sure.

    Rita | http://www.styleroundtheclock.com

  15. Sara Oberton says

    January 9, 2017 at 10:39 pm

    Love barre workouts! Your pants are so cute.

  16. Ruthie Ridley says

    January 9, 2017 at 11:58 pm

    Sorry about your surgery and set backs last year! It seems to me that you have made the most of it!! I am so happy to see that you have found Barre as a great workout alternative! I have yet to try it!!

  17. The Stylista Diaries says

    January 10, 2017 at 3:21 am

    Want to start barre workouts!! Thanks for the motivation haha

  18. Jennifer says

    January 10, 2017 at 8:21 am

    Love barre!! it’s my favorite too!!

    Jenna from http://www.visionsofvogue.com

  19. Brittany Boone says

    January 10, 2017 at 9:56 pm

    I love barre I need to get back into it! Such a cute look girl

    BNBstyling.com

  20. Jessica Sheppard says

    January 10, 2017 at 11:50 pm

    I’ve never done barre classes, but totally need to try! It looks like you’re really enjoying it…and look great too!!

  21. Angelle Marix says

    January 11, 2017 at 12:39 am

    You look fabulous!! I’ve heard great things about Barre. I need to try it out!!

    xoxo,
    Angelle
    http://www.dashingdarlin.com

  22. sandyalamode says

    January 11, 2017 at 3:11 am

    i want those black and white workout shoes!!

  23. Floortje van Cooten says

    January 11, 2017 at 5:32 am

    You go girl! Hope you had a great start of the new year!

    Xx,

    || FLOORTJELOVES ||

    http://www.floortjeloves.com

    http://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/floortjeloves-12198253

  24. Zofia Biała says

    January 12, 2017 at 3:43 am

    So what ARE your New Year’s Resolutions?

    asterienne.wordpress.com


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