{"id":19768,"date":"2013-04-12T08:08:40","date_gmt":"2013-04-12T13:08:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.fitzness.com\/blog\/?p=19768"},"modified":"2014-10-29T11:22:50","modified_gmt":"2014-10-29T16:22:50","slug":"missy-jones-this-is-why-i-do-extend-barre","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitzness.com\/blog\/missy-jones-this-is-why-i-do-extend-barre\/","title":{"rendered":"Missy Jones: This Is Why I Do Extend Barre"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"GG1_2284\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Missy Jones, 38, West Palm Beach, FL, Fitness Instructor \u2013 Bikram Yoga and Xtend Barre<\/b><\/p>\n

Why do you do Xtend Barre?<\/b> Moving my body makes my mind, body and spirit feel alive and empowered!\u00a0 Xtend Barre has sculpted my body and I love the results.<\/p>\n

How long have you been doing it?<\/b> I was introduced to Xtend Barre about 1 year ago.<\/p>\n

Do you compete in Xtend Barre?<\/b> I\u2019m not aware of any competitions for barre workouts but I\u2019m game for anything. Let\u2019s make it happen!\"GG1_2326\"<\/a> I have competed in yoga competitions though.<\/p>\n

Most challenging aspect:<\/b> I grew up playing sports \u2013 soccer and swimming \u2013 so I am strong but not overly graceful or exceptionally coordinated. Following the choreography is what I find the most mentally challenging. As far as physical challenges, the \u201cchair plies\u201d at the barre are a killer on the quads. I challenge anyone to try it without having one\u2019s legs shake furiously.<\/p>\n

Most fun aspect of Xtend Barre:<\/b> It\u2019s great to be in a group setting, listening to fun music, laughing, grunting and groaning the entire way through the workout. Somehow we manage to laugh!<\/p>\n

Most rewarding aspect of Xtend Barre:<\/b> I feel so much stronger and so much more empowered from the positive changes that I have seen in myself. I\u2019m never going in a backward direction. I plan on pushing forward!<\/p>\n

Who\/what inspires you when you\u2019re feeling weak?<\/b> I look at the other women who are working so hard during the Xtend Barre workout and realize that we are all working together. We share each other\u2019s energy. I remind myself that no matter how difficult my Xtend workout may be, I am so incredibly grateful for my health and physical strength.<\/p>\n

Advice for others who\u2019d like to get started:<\/b> Make a plan, set a goal and let nothing dissuade you. Once you begin to move your body and take care of yourself you\u2019ll ask yourself why you didn\u2019t do this for yourself sooner. Nothing feels better than great health and wellness!<\/p>\n

Your must-have equipment for Xtend:<\/b> You can check the official Xtend Barre website for locations (http:\/\/xtendbarreworkout.com<\/a>). During class we utilize a ballet barre, light hand weights, pilates mat, yoga strap, and a stretch band.<\/p>\n

Favorite training song: <\/b>Stronger<\/a>\"\"<\/p>\n

Favorite healthy food:<\/b> I love all veggies but this week I am obsessed with brussel sprouts!<\/p>\n

Favorite not-so-healthy food:<\/b> Candy \u2013 I know, I know\u2026I\u2019m working on breaking this habit!<\/p>\n

Funniest \/weirdest\/most awkward experience doing Xtend:<\/b> Thankfully nothing weird has happened yet but my life is like a sitcom so it\u2019s just a matter of time.<\/p>\n