We made it to the end of Season 1! In this episode, Kristy and Courtney reflect on the not-so-smooth (but hilarious) journey of launching a podcast and celebrating 10 years of @ The Barre in the heart of London, Ontario—a university town with Western and Fanshawe energy, but big-town vibes.

We chat about the Pilates boom: new studios are opening, TikTok is obsessed, and yes, some of them are aesthetic goals. But we’re not here for perfect lighting and selfies—we built our studio to feel like walking into Kristy’s house: real, relaxed, and zero pressure to look put together. No ring lights, no reels—just movement, conversation, and community.

We dive into the differences between Pilates, Lagree, and the fads, and why we believe in sustainability over spectacle.
Also: Courtney’s Toronto-based son stands out when he visits London (apparently, the fashion divide is real), and we get nostalgic over driving in the '90s with no seatbelts and sketchy directions.

We also ask the important questions:

* Is midlife memory loss normal?

* Can we get “I survived the ’70s” t-shirts?

* Did Gen X peak with in-person conversations and street smarts?

Spoiler: Probably yes to all three.

💗 Thank you for being part of our first season. This is Heard @ The Barre.

Ever wondered how a Pilates class turns into a love letter to local businesses? Kristy’s teaching style is basically storytime with squats—so naturally, restaurants, brands, and random gems get name-dropped mid-exercise. From Indian head massages to Craig’s Cookies, if it keeps her going, it’s getting a shoutout.

Courtney dives into the gluten-free scene for all the Celiac friends out there, and we officially send love to Dos Tacos for fueling Kristy through… well, everything.

Also: Courtney’s a proud Lululemon Sweat Collective member and was asked to review the No Line, Align (spoiler: she has loves the new design). We’re ready to try more stuff and give more love, so if you’re a local brand or business—slide into our DMs.

💬 Let us help you help us give you a shoutout.

P.S. We're proudly based in Downtown London, Ontario—and yes, there’s free parking right out front.

Because that’s how we roll @ The Barre.

Double digits, baby! In Episode 10, Kristy and Courtney dive into the hormonal rollercoaster that is perimenopause vs menopause (spoiler: they are NOT the same thing). From endometriosis and PCOS to hysterectomies and hot flashes—we’re talking about it all, because someone has to!

Expect a little science, a lot of honesty, and more than a few laughs as we connect the dots on all the weird and wild things our bodies do.

PLUS: We finally unveil our official podcast tagline (drumroll, please)…
✨ “Thank you for being part of our community. This is Heard @ The Barre.” ✨

Whether you're sweating, surviving, or somewhere in between—you're one of us.