This article originally appeared on Sports Illustrated. The typical physique of a ballerina from decades ago is no longer the standard today. That shift—from “childlike and brittle” to strong, healthy ...

Pro Ballerina Scout Forsythe tries 5 ballet-inspired workouts on the internet. She tests out each workout and breaks down how the exercises relate to ballet as well as how they are different. From ...

Barre is also low impact and has a built-in handhold, making it a relatively safe form of exercise. Especially for older people at risk for falls, barre may be a good way to improve stability and ...