Just as MICRO was created for the loonies who yearn for more toning after MACRO’s 30 minutes of muscle sculpting ends, and REEL was created for those who think 30 minutes of cardio is for Bari amateurs, BariFOCUS classes were created for the super-loonies (and I’ll own up to being one of them) who still clamor for more cardio and toning even after our full-length classes are over.

Just like the class, this digest will be short and sweet — or quick and dirty, if you prefer.

Though pint-sized, these 30-minute classes deserve just as much recognition as the big boys. FOCUS classes feature one singled-out Bari element. We offer toning-based FOCUS classes that target the butt, arms or abs and cardio-centric FOCUS classes that, ahem, focus on sensory cardio or BOUNCE.

What to expect? In our toning-based FOCUS classes, expect to dig deep into the muscle groups we tap into during MICROs. The beauty of dedicating 30 muscle-quivering minutes to one muscle group is that we can exhaust every muscle - from every angle. (Okay, so we always do this. But 30.minutes.on.one.body.part. Come on.)

Think about the fatigue your muscles feel after each section in MICRO. Now take that, and multiply it by three. Yep. We know. If you enjoy laughing, I’m not sure I can recommend these classes in good faith. On more than one occasion, post BariFOCUS, my abs have literally been too sore to laugh. (Sad for the spirit; less so for your budding six pack.)

And the cardio-based FOCUS classes have that same wham bam thank you ma’am effect. Again, you have 30 minutes to make it count. And, damn it, you will make it count. You’ll spend those 30 sweaty minutes going full force with sensory or trampoline cardio, and you’ll leave on top of the world (and in a puddle of your own sweat). I personally love a sensory cardio FOCUS class tacked onto a MICRO when I have extra time, or on its own when I’m too busy for a full hour of Bari sweat.

This is just one itsy-bitsy little half hour that you’ll feel so good about. Just show up, give it your all for 30 measly minutes, and you’re done. Killer abs? Amazing butt? Stellar heart health? Check, check and check. You will have to work hard for every single minute, but like every other Bari class, FOCUS doesn’t take itself too seriously, so don’t let the intensity intimidate you. At the end of the day, we’re working out, and we’re going to have fun doing it.

Next week, Tribers, I won’t be here to review a class for you. This week is it. (That was dramatic. But it’s back to school time! Sad face.) But I’m hoping that I can leave my Class Digest legacy in your hands. Everyone has such a different Bari experience, and we’d love to hear about what Bari feels like for you — be it your favorite class, the inner dialogue that went down during your BariONE or what you think about the class you love to hate (hi, MICRO).

If you’re up for some friendly sharing, we’ve prepared some questions to guide your response. Email info@thebaristudio.com if you’re interested in writing your very own Class Digest about a Bari class of your choice.

Until then… stay sweaty, Tribe!

New to our Class Digest series? Read Clare’s inspiration behind the series. And if you missed our previous Class Digests, catch up on her breakdowns of BariMACRO, BariMICRO, BariBOUNCE, BariHYBRID and BariREEL.