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<title>Focus on Form: Clamshell</title>
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The Clamshell is a great way to cinch and smooth the saddlebag area since it focuses directly on the outer seat. Get ready to break out your tight skirts! We&#8217;ll take a closer look at the Clamshell to explain the positioning and give you essential alignment tips.&nbsp;Muscles...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Success Story: Dropping 2 Dress Sizes</title>
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Shelly S. became a fan of the Physique 57 monthly challenges but struggled with completing them. &nbsp;It wasn&#8217;t until she planned a vacation to Maui that she found that extra motivation to complete each scheduled workout. Here, she shares her story (and bikini photo) with us!I first read...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Physique 57 Opening in Dubai</title>
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We are thrilled to announce the launch of our first Physique 57 international studio in Dubai! This bustling metropolis at the crossroads of the world is renowned for its first class amenities, and now, residents clamoring for world class fitness options can step up to the Physique 57 barre....]]>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Staff Scoop: Holly Hendricks</title>
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Next up in our Staff Scoop blog series is a feature on Physique 57 NY instructor Holly Hendricks! Here she shares her favorite Physique 57 exercise, healthy snack preferences and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;For more information about Holly Hendricks, check out her bio here. &nbsp;Check back next month to...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 6 Jun 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>June 2013 Challenge</title>
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Physique 57 offers monthly barre-based fitness challenges to help keep you accountable for your workouts and motivated throughout the month. &nbsp; The first day of summer is June 21st, which means you should be pushing yourself even harder this month. &nbsp;For extra motivation, post reminders of...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 May 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>How To Stay in Shape While on Vacation</title>
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As summer approaches, we asked one of our NY instructors, Katie Mitchell, to guest post and share some tips on how to stay in shape while on vacation. Visiting NY this summer? Join Katie at the barre by signing up for one of her classes here!&nbsp;Working out can be quite a challenge when...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Focus on Form: Thigh Dancing</title>
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Thigh dancing is one of our most loved signature moves. &nbsp;Not only is it a ton of fun but thigh dancing will whittle your waistline and stoke your metabolic rate! &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Muscles Targeted:Quadriceps, coreHow to:1) On a mat or carpeted surface, sit on your heels in a kneeling position....]]>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Introducing MORE Online Workouts</title>
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We&#8217;re thrilled to announce that we have added more DVD workouts to our on demand program to add variety to your workout routine!&nbsp;DVD workouts added include:&nbsp;Classic 57 Minute Full Body WorkoutAdvanced Express 30 Minute Full Body WorkoutExpress 30 Minute Full Body WorkoutArm &amp; Ab...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Win a Trip for 2 to NYC with our Summer in the City Sweepstakes</title>
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&nbsp;We&#8217;re thrilled to announce that we have partnered up with 6 Columbus Hotel, Benefit Cosmetics and Intermix &nbsp;to offer you a trip for 2 to NYC! We&#8217;ll help you get fit &amp; shop in style while visiting the Big Apple. Check out the prizes below and enter to win by visiting our...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>A Second to Slim: Bathing-Suit Ready!</title>
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&nbsp;With Memorial Day and the Fourth of July rapidly approaching, one of our clients, Jessica Katz, is guest blogging today about which last minute fixes work when you want to slim down for an event. Jessica is a registered dietitian with a nutrition counseling practice in New York City. Jessica...]]>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Physique 57 Mother's Day Guide</title>
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&nbsp;As Mother&#8217;s Day approaches, Physique 57 moms (including our Co-Founders) wanted to share their favorite places to go with their kids in NY and LA. Check it out and share some of your own favorite kid friendly spots!&nbsp;Still haven&#8217;t bought your mom a gift? Get her the gift of...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 9 May 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>5 Tips for Bringing your Bump to the Barre</title>
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&nbsp;In honor of Mother&#8217;s Day, we are dedicating this blog post to all of our clients who are expecting! &nbsp;Our prenatal clients love that they are able to bring their bump to the barre throughout their pregnancy since Physique 57&#8217;s workouts include variations offered for every...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 7 May 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Music at the Barre: May Playlist</title>
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After hitting the barre, clients often ask our instructors for the name of a song they just pulsed to. Today, we&#8217;re launching a monthly music series where we&#8217;ll offer you a list of songs we love.&nbsp;This month, NY Instructor Kim D&#8217;Agnese, tells us what music she&#8217;s been...]]>
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<pubDate>Mon, 6 May 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Neck and Shoulder Modifications at the Barre</title>
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This week we are launching our new blog series, Injury Modifications. Each month we will feature modifications for various injuries our clients may be experiencing. We&#8217;re starting this series with neck and shoulder injuries. Check out our suggestions below.&nbsp;Being faced with an injury can...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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Physique 57 offers monthly barre-based fitness challenges to help keep you accountable for your workouts and motivated throughout the month. &nbsp; In celebration of Mother&#8217;s Day, for an extra challenge this month, try to do one workout with your mother or another special woman in...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Battling Cancer at the Barre</title>
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We recently received a letter from Virginia W. a Physique 57 client, who asked us to share her story with you about her fight against breast cancer. Read on to find out how strength, positivity and a sense of community can carry you through even the darkest of times. &nbsp;Dear Physique 57 -I...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Focus on Form: Standing Hairpin</title>
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Standing hairpin is the perfect exercise to lift and tighten your seat. This move will slim down the whole outer seat and thigh, focusing on trimming the saddle bag area.&nbsp; No need to fear white skinny jeans!&nbsp; 

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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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We regularly participate in the weekly #FitBlog Twitter chats&nbsp;that focus on fitness, health, hot topics and more. We were thrilled when FitBlog chats founder, Katy Widrick, asked us to host a chat in April. One of our NY Instructors, Kristina Hanna (@KHKristinaHanna), hosted the chat...]]>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Staff Scoop: Kyle Bares</title>
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Next up in our&nbsp;Staff Scoop blog series is a feature on Physique 57 LA Instructor Kyle Bares! Here he shares his favorite Physique 57 exercise, healthy snack preferences and more.
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For more information about Kyle Bares, check out his bio here. &nbsp;

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<pubDate>Tue, 9 Apr 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Guest Post: Practicing Mindfulness with Physique 57</title>
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Jenna Hollenstein lives in New York City where she is a writer, nutritionist, and loyal Physique 57 client! In this guest post she delves into how Physique 57 has helped her live in the moment and appreciate life.&nbsp;
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Three years ago, I started practicing meditation to help manage...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 2 Apr 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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Physique 57 offers monthly barre-based fitness challenges to help keep you accountable for your workouts and motivated throughout the month. Our April theme is &#8220;no excuses,&#8221; and with beach season less than 2 months away, complete our April challenge to ensure you look your absolute best...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Success Story: 115 lbs lost and counting</title>
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&nbsp;After being diagnosed with Lupus and a series of other diseases, Tammy was gaining weight at a rapid pace. With the help of her doctor and Physique 57, she has lost 115 lbs. and 138.25 inches! &nbsp;Her fitness journey isn&#8217;t complete yet but she is confident that with the help of...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>The Sports Bra Challenge Twitter chat</title>
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&nbsp;Join SEAK Foundation and Physique 57 for a Twitter chat this Wednesday, March 27th from 12:00pm-1:00pm EST as we gear up for The Sports Bra Challenge taking place on April 14th.&nbsp;The mission of The Sports Bra Challenge is to&nbsp;bring awareness to the increasing epidemic of women who...]]>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>6 Business Lessons Learned from Physique 57 co-founder Jennifer Maanavi</title>
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Jennifer Maanavi, the CEO and co-founder of Physique 57, recently received the Seventeenth Annual Distinguished Alumna Award from Columbia Business School. As a result, she was asked to speak at the2013 Columbia Women In Business Conference to motivate and inspire other women in the business...]]>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Highlights from the Facebook Live Q&A with Tanya Becker</title>
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Tanya Becker, co-founder of Physique 57, hosted a live Q&amp;A on our Facebook page to discuss how to make the most of your workouts.&nbsp; Tanya answered questions on what to do when you reach a fitness plateau, how to overcome fitness challenges and how to maximize your results.&nbsp; Here are...]]>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Focus on Form: Proper Knee Alignment for Lunge</title>
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Focusing on knee alignment during thigh work is essential for maximizing efficiency and for ensuring proper movement execution.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We&#8217;ll take a closer look at lunges to explain the positioning and give you essential alignment tips.



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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Live Facebook Q&A with Tanya Becker on March 13th</title>
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We&#8217;re excited to announce that Tanya Becker, co-founder of Physique 57,&nbsp;will be doing a live Q&amp;A on Facebook this Wednesday, March 13th from 12pm-1pm EST on how to get the most out of your workouts. 
Click the announcement image below to visit our Facebook page and make sure to...]]>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>8 Foods to Refuel for a Workout</title>
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Today we have a guest blog written by our neighbors at our downtown New York studio, purveyors of &nbsp;yogurt extraordinaire, Chobani . In this post they will talk about the importance of fueling pre and post workout and offer their top 8 food choices to fuel up.&nbsp;

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<pubDate>Fri, 8 Mar 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Staff Scoop: Antonietta Vicario</title>
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Next up in our Staff Scoop blog series is a feature on Physique 57 NY Instructor Antonietta Vicario! Here she shares her favorite Physique 57 exercise, healthy snack preferences and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;For more information about Antonietta Vicario, check out her bio here. &nbsp;Check back next month...]]>
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<pubDate>Wed, 6 Mar 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Post-Workout Skincare Tips from Dr. Dennis Gross + a Giveaway</title>
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There&#8217;s nothing like the glow that only a good workout can provide, but are you letting that gorgeous skin shine through? Dr. Dennis Gross, Manhattan dermatologist and founder of renowned skincare brand&nbsp;Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, has a few tips to ensure that you stay radiant long after...]]>
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<pubDate>Mon, 4 Mar 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Beef and Quinoa Stuffed Pepper Recipe</title>
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In honor of National Nutrition Month and Read Across America Day (tomorrow, March 2nd), we are offering you excerpts from our book, The Physique 57 Solution, including the story behind Physique 57, one of our signature exercises and a delicious recipe to help you get started on living a...]]>
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<pubDate>Fri, 1 Mar 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>March 2013 Challenge</title>
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Physique 57 offers monthly barre challenges to help keep you accountable for your workouts and motivated throughout the month. Spring into fitness with our March Challenge. With warmer weather approaching, we want to help you get an early start on sculpting your swimsuit-worthy body!...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Focus on Form: Forearm Plank</title>
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Forearm Plank position is one of the best positions to rev up your heart rate and tone your whole body! &nbsp;In a forearm plank pose, you are actively using your core, chest, back, shoulders, seat and thighs to stabilize the position. Try holding this pose for 30 seconds to a minute! &nbsp;You'll...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Hair Tutorial: Zipper Braids at the Barre (Part 3)</title>
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Reagan Baker lives in New York City where she is a hairdresser at Whittemore House Salon and writes a beauty blog, Hairdresser On Fire, that shares tips to getting gorgeous locks and offers amazing video tutorials! An avid Physique 57 client, Reagan teamed up with our team to offer hair tutorials...]]>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Announcing the Free Physique 57 iPhone and iPad Workout App</title>
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&nbsp;We&#8217;ve released our Physique 57 app!Our new app will allow you to schedule classes on the go, add classes to your calendar, purchase packages and view your account details.&nbsp;Hitting the barre has never been so easy!Download the free Physique 57 app for your iPhone or iPad from iTunes...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Hair Tutorial: Pony Up to the Barre (Part 2)</title>
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&nbsp;Reagan Baker lives in New York City where she is a hairdresser at Whittemore House Salon and writes a beauty blog, Hairdresser On Fire, that shares tips to getting gorgeous locks and offers amazing video tutorials)! An avid Physique 57 client, Reagan teamed up with our team to offer hair...]]>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Hair Tutorial: Braid at the Barre (Part 1)</title>
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&nbsp;Reagan Baker lives in New York City where she is a hairdresser at Whittemore House Salon and writes a beauty blog, Hairdresser On Fire , that shares tips to getting gorgeous locks and offers amazing video tutorials! An avid Physique 57 client, Reagan teamed up with our team to offer hair...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Q&A with Norma Kamali</title>
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&nbsp;We&#8217;re excited to launch our new blog series, Client Q&amp;A! Each month we will interview a Physique 57 client that we find inspirational. We&#8217;re starting this series with Norma Kamali, a fashion designer that has been creating iconic looks since the late &#8216;60s and has a...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Physique 57 Showcase Benefitting DRA</title>
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&nbsp;You're invited to the Physique 57 Showcase&nbsp;Benefitting Dancers Responding to AIDS (DRA)!In its third annual installment, The Physique 57 Showcase aims to raise awareness and funds for Dancers Responding to AIDS, a program of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. From Modern to Hip Hop,...]]>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Staff Scoop: Chloe Whiteford</title>
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&nbsp;Next up in our Staff Scoop blog series is a feature on Physique 57 LA Instructor Chloe Whiteford! Here she shares her favorite Physique 57 exercise, healthy snack preferences and more.&nbsp;For more information about Chloe Whiteford, check out her bio here. &nbsp;Check back next month to...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>5 Tips to Create & Find Your Fitness Community</title>
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&nbsp;In honor of International Friendship Month, Physique 57 Instructor Emily Turner is guest blogging today with 5 Tips to Create &amp; Find Your Fitness Community. Enjoy the tips and if you&#8217;re in NY, join Emily at the barre by signing up for one of her classes.I used to struggle with...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 7 Feb 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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Katie Schloss, a Physique 57 client and owner of Three Jane NY, has a special Valentine&#8217;s gift for you! Her jewelry line has one of the most sought after necklaces of late and was touted by NY Mag as a &#8220;Stylish Gift We All Really Want.&#8221; We&#8217;re thrilled that Katie is offering...]]>
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<pubDate>Mon, 4 Feb 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>February 2013 Challenge – We’re moving!</title>
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Physique 57 offers monthly barre challenges to help keep you accountable for your workouts and motivated throughout the month. In the past, these challenges have been posted on Facebook in the Notes tab. &nbsp;Moving forward, challenges will be posted on this blog on the last Thursday of every...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>3 Tips to Relieve Muscle Soreness</title>
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&nbsp;Earlier this week we took a look at why our muscles feel sore during or after a workout. &nbsp;This week, we&#8217;re offering you 3 tips on how to relieve muscle soreness.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1. &nbsp;Soaking in a bath with Epsom salts is always a good remedy to soothe soreness, as is rewarding...]]>
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<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jan 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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&nbsp;Physique 57 is based on the principle of interval overload, isolating every muscle group and challenging it to the point of fatigue. &nbsp;&nbsp;Sometimes that heat is carried through past your 57 minutes at the barre.&nbsp;Due to the intensity of the workout, you should definitely feel heat...]]>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Focus on Form: The Pretzel</title>
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The Pretzel is a Physique 57 favorite, with good reason! This exercise is the ultimate multitasking move, simultaneously helping you lift your seat, trim your thighs and carve out a tinier waistline.Take a look at the set up and tips below to ensure you have proper form, as the more you...]]>
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<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Staff Scoop: Rachel Kuczynski</title>
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Next up in our&nbsp;Staff Scoop blog series&nbsp;is a feature on Physique 57 NY Instructor&nbsp;Rachel Kuczynski! Here she shares her favorite Physique 57 exercise, healthy snack preferences and more.&nbsp;For more information about Rachel, check out her bio&nbsp;here. &nbsp;&nbsp;Check back next...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Physique Cardio Has Arrived</title>
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We're excited to announce our new class, Physique Cardio!&nbsp;
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<pubDate>Tue, 8 Jan 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Physique 57 Tips on Sticking to New Year's Resolutions</title>
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&nbsp;Happy New Year's from the Physique 57 Team! This year we've enlisted some of our Physique 57 instructors to give you tips on sticking to your New Year's resolutions. Check them out and let us know what your personal tips are!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Have a buddy resolution - check in...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 1 Jan 2013 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>A Visit from the American Red Cross</title>
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&nbsp;Lilly Watson Neubauer lives in Dallas, Texas, where she writes her lifestyle blog, Pancakes and Beet Juice, that shares ways her family stays healthy and balanced in the adventure and uncertainty of young married life. An avid Physique 57 DVD client, Lilly deployed to New York in December to...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Physique 57 Gift Guide 2012</title>
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Still figuring out some last minute gifts to get friends and family? Check out the Physique 57 Holiday Gift Guide with gift picks from Co-Founders Jennifer Maanavi and Tanya Becker. Enjoy!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1. Hampton Popcorn2. Satya Jewelry3. Tom Ford Perfume. Noir de Noir4. Now Discover Your...]]>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Physique 57 Ocean Club Retreat</title>
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We had a wonderful time last weekend at the Physique 57 Ocean Club Retreat in the Bahamas. Attendees came from all over the US and Canada to strengthen their bodies and relax their mind for our four-night retreat by the beach. 
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>12 Days of Fitness with Physique 57</title>
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&nbsp;We&#8217;re excited to announce our 12 Days of Fitness Sweepstakes! Visit the Physique 57 Facebook page each day through Friday, December 21st to vote on daily prizes. See below for details and start voting today!&nbsp;Enjoy and Happy Holidays from the Physique 57 team!&nbsp;]]>
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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>5 Tips to Stay Healthy During the Hectic Holiday Season</title>
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Tanya Becker, Co-Founder of Physique 57, recently participated in a Live Q&amp;A on the Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Facebook page to give their readers some tips on how to stay healthy during the hectic holiday season. Here are the top 5 we wanted to share with you...]]>
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<pubDate>Fri, 7 Dec 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Share Your Story and Win a 1 Monthly Unlimited Package</title>
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It's the last month of 2012 and we want to hear from&nbsp;you! Enter our Share Your Story sweepstakes for a chance to win a 1 month unlimited package to either our NY studio, LA studio or a 1 month unlimited subscription to our online workouts.&nbsp;
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<pubDate>Tue, 4 Dec 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Becoming the “Beginner”</title>
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This post was written by our client, Jessye Zuiker. Find out what she thought of her first Physique 57 class experience. We hope her story will help answer some of your questions about stepping up to the barre for the first time.&nbsp;&nbsp;Are you the person who never works out and stays skinny?...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Barre Voyage in Dubai</title>
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&nbsp;Our Co-Founders, Jennifer Maanavi and Tanya Becker, along with NY Instructor, Emily T., hit the barre in the Middle East last week.A former New York City Physique 57 Client who now lives in Dubai is a huge fan of our technique. &nbsp;She was missing her waterski with hip shakes, pretzel,...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Reader Question: Do you need extra cardio in addition to Physique 57?</title>
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As part of our Reader Question series we encourage you to send in questions that you would like us to discuss on our blog. This week we have a question from a DVD client about cardio.&nbsp;Reader Question from Kaitlyn E. via Twitter: Is it necessary to do extra cardio like running in addition to...]]>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Staff Scoop: Alicia Weihl</title>
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&nbsp;We&#8217;re excited to launch our new blog series, Staff Scoop! Each month we will introduce you to someone from the Physique 57 Staff. We&#8217;re starting this series with our Director of Training and Development, Alicia Weihl. Here, she shares her favorite Physique 57 exercise,...]]>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Physique 57 Online Workouts Now Available</title>
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We are thrilled to announce that we are now offering Physique 57 workouts online on-demand so that you can access classes taught by our top instructors right from your computers, tablets or mobile devices.&nbsp;We&#8217;ve made it easier, more convenient and more accessible for you to transform...]]>
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<pubDate>Fri, 9 Nov 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Focus on Form: Tricep Dips</title>
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&nbsp;Tricep dips sculpt sexy, toned arms in no time and don&#8217;t require any equipment besides your own body weight. What&#8217;s great about this exercise is that although it focuses on your triceps, it actually incorporates multiple body parts (abs, glutes and hamstrings) which help stabilize...]]>
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<pubDate>Wed, 7 Nov 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Inside Physique 57</title>
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Welcome to Inside Physique 57, the Physique 57 blog! Just as every Physique 57 workout inspires you to strive for optimal health through our challenging, dynamic and empowering fitness experience. We have launched our blog to help motivate you to continue the Physique 57 lifestyle outside of the...]]>
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<pubDate>Mon, 5 Nov 2012 00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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