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November’s guest of the month, Kim Chao, just celebrated her three-year anniversary with us. We could not be more thrilled to have her in our‪#‎fitfam‬ and of her results that have transformed her iNSiDE Out 

In her own words:
“Over 650 classes, 40lbs lighter, 4 sizes smaller, infinitely happier & healthier!

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Our September 2015 Guests of the Month (sister tuckers!!)

“Our love story with barre started a year and a half ago. We have always been active, but we were looking for a way to push ourselves and to improve our flexibility. Choosing to come to iNSiDE Out STUDiO barre was seriously one of the best decisions we have ever made. Before STUDiO barre, we had constant back and hip pain, and we could barely touch our toes. As full-time students at uOttawa for the past 7 years, our days were long, hectic, and usually required us to sit through long lectures, which sure didn’t help our cause. Since we started barre, our flexibility, balance, and strength have dramatically improved. The focus on posture has also been a huge help and has made us more conscious of our body. The best part: since we started barre, we have been pain free!

We won’t sugar coat it: iNSiDE Out STUDiO’s classes are extremely challenging. Every muscle in your body will shake like you never thought was humanly possible (one word: WaterSki). But that’s what we love about it! Every class pushes you to outdo yourself and to be stronger, physically AND mentally, than you thought you ever could be.

But what we especially love about iNSiDE Out STUDiO barre is the positive impact it has on our spirit. It truly feels like we are part of a family. The genuinely friendly staff and highly competent instructors make sure that as soon as you walk in the gorgeously designed studio, you feel an instant relief of stress. Everyone at iNSiDE Out STUDiO barre motivates us to live a healthier, happier, and more balanced life. We also started bringing our mom, who has bad arthritis and asthma, because we know that barre is exactly the type of workout she needs to stay active. As the proverb says: “The best life is the kind that keeps you on your toes.”

– Valerie & Vanessa Labelle

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“I have suffered with back problems for over 30 years. In my 40s, it was determined that I had significant degeneration in two areas of my spine along with some osteopenia. While I have always remained active, my back was constantly a source of concern.

I have been participating in your classes for approximately three years. Over that time, I have learned to make minor adaptations to some of the exercises and have found your staff very instructive in doing so. Initially, I was certain that I would need to go straight home from class and take an anti-inflammatory for back pain. It didn’t take long for me to discover that no anti-inflammatories were necessary. While all my other muscles were crying out in pain, my back was quite fine!

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Here’s Christa’s story:

“I love to run. My job is pretty high stress, and running just takes that stress and stomps it out. This might seem like a weird introduction to my love of barre, but after early knee arthritis took running away from me, I thought I would never find anything that kept me in shape while acting as a total stress release. Then I found iNSiDE Out STUDiO barre.

I still remember my first class. When leaving, I thought I wouldn’t be able to walk for a week. But the prolonged stretching during and after class did the trick – I was sore but able. And I was hooked. I started coming regularly. Before I knew it, I was working out at the barre almost daily. I (as well as everyone else) began to notice the expected benefits – weight loss with toned lean muscle. But I also noticed some extremely unexpected benefits. My flexibility was through the roof. Before starting barre, I could barely touch my toes. Now? It’s crazy! And even more unexpectedly, my arthritic knee pain has pretty much disappeared. As for stress-relief – from the moment I walk into the studio, I can feel myself relax. After an hour of burning, shaking muscles, that final stretch leaves me calm, collected, and ready to face the world again.” – Christa Dakin

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Here’s Rachel’s story:

“When I first heard of iNSiDE Out STUDiO barre it was through a friend who was an avid fan of the workout. She assured me that even though I hadn’t worked out in a long time I wouldn’t die my first class, and to just go along at my own pace.

Well, I did almost die my first class. I remember finishing the warm up and being ready to drop, but I pushed through and at the end of the class purchased the unlimited new client special. However, it wasn’t until a few months later that I actually became addicted to the workout and tried to go at least 3 days a week, or more if i could. The only reason I no longer go religiously is I have moved out of the city, and trust me, my first week away from barre has been tough.

As a bigger girl, I have always been self conscious going to a gym and working out. I sweat a lot and make awkward faces, and I’ve always felt judgement from all the gorgeous bodies at the gym. But I can honestly say I NEVER felt this way at iNSiDE Out. All of the instructors have been absolutely amazing at pushing me to my limit and making sure that I get the best workout possible. I have tried to introduce this workout to as many people as possible, I even brought my mom once, and everyone who has tried it has immediately become hooked.

It’s not just the workout that kept me coming back, but also the great atmosphere and the relationships I developed. While every instructor brings their own unique style to the class and I love them all, I have to say that Andrea was definitely my favourite instructor and i will really miss her sense of humour and the way she kicked my butt. I can honestly say I have never felt this way about an exercise regimen before, and I am truly missing coming to the studio.

I’d like to thank everyone at iNSiDE Out STUDiO barre for helping to build my confidence, making sure I got a great workout and above all for always making me feel welcome and valued. I would recommend this workout to absolutely everyone, and you will notice results after just a few classes. Trust me, if I can fall in love with an exercise class, you know that it’s totally worth your money. My only regret is that it took me so long to discover this STUDiO.

Hope everyone is doing well, and can’t wait to come back and visit!!””

– Rachel Wolff

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“I have been going to iNSiDE Out STUDiO barre since it opened in January of 2012. I was eager to start the transformation of my body and was so happy the STUDiO was right around the corner from my house. I don’t know about you folks but being within walking distance of your workout studio is key to keeping on track. If you have to brush down the car in the winter or drive any distance it can be easy to just not go.

I signed up for the 8:30am class and showed up to start my first class. Janine and Greg were both there to meet me and to my surprise I was the only participant. I thought “uh oh” I can’t hide behind others and try and fake my way through this. You see I actually thought I was in shape.

Janine taught me that first class and it was tough. She could see I was going to be in a world of pain. However, I returned for another class and again I was the only participant in Janine’s class. The third time Greg taught me and I was beginning to think that this was cool “private lessons” but not so cool if they can’t make a go of it. I loved the workout so much that I wanted to be sure it would work for them. Happily it has and I am a regular. My goal is to go every other day. Sometimes I skip a day when my body is screaming for rest, but otherwise I stick to the routine.

I am very very happy with the results. No other workout that I have done has ever gotten me results like STUDiO barre. I believe it is because the instructors push you to your limit, which the body needs in order to transform itself. The other day I got in the hot tub with some friends and they asked me how I stay so fit. I feel pretty good when I get a comment like that and I know where to direct them so that they too can get fit.

Oh and by the way, my golf game has improved tremendously. It may just be wisdom has taught me to play the correct shot but you can also make that good shot because your body is fit. My sons are avid golfers and will one day be better than me – but not yet thanks to iNSiDE Out.”
– Kevin Hayes

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We weren’t sure what to expect that first class, but we were hooked early on. From day 1, Janine and Greg were super welcoming. At first they’d be running the studio and doing all the teaching, working long hours, but always with a smile. For Val, who’s been doing yoga for years, it was something new that combined multiple workouts in one succinct one-hour class. For Sean, it was a nice compliment to his martial arts background and he was quickly surprised by the soreness he would feel the next day despite using light weights and small isometric movements.
We loved the beautiful STUDiO, the instructors, the desk staff and feeling part of the iNSiDE Out family. We got to know the instructors along the way and each had their own unique style while still giving us the great workout we loved.

It’s nice for both of us to be able to work out together and to motivate each other. For Sean, who works as an engineer and sits at a desk for most of the day, the focus on posture in class has been very positive. Although sometimes having to be coaxed to go to class by his loving wife, he never regrets a workout and has been known to go to class on his own at times as well. For Val, her workouts at iNSiDE Out helped get her through her medical training. After a long day at the hospital or after catching some sleep post-call, a ‪#‎barre‬ ‪#‎workout‬ was always a great stress reliever. Now as a family doctor interested in healthy living, nutrition and prevention, she likes to practice what she preaches to her patients and finds that going to classes a few times per week is a great way to help her stay fit and healthy.

Thank you to the whole iNSiDE Out family for your warmth, positivity and motivation!”
– Sean Burrows and Valerie Hertzog

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