Created, produced and hosted by former professional ballerina Miranda Esmonde-White, the continuing series CLASSICAL STRETCH: BY ESSENTRICS helps people of all ages and fitness levels rebalance their bodies, increase mobility and keep joints healthy and pain-free. Based on the fitness technique Essentrics, developed by Miranda, each 30-minute episode features a full-body workout with dynamic strengthening and stretching exercises: all-standing, all-floor or all-barre. In CLASSICAL STRETCH: BY ESSENTRICS XI, participants will notice an immediate increase in flexibility and a release of tension in their muscles after each episode-improving their posture and range of motion. Stress is released and aches and pains are soothed through the gradual unlocking of the entire body.
| Wed, Apr 29 | 5:30 A.M. |
Mobility
NHPBS (11.1)
Today, we're outside the tranquil Zentropia spa doing an all-standing, mobility workout to give you range of motion in all of your activities. |
| Wed, Apr 29 | 6:00 A.M. |
Quad Strengthening
NH Explore (11.2)
This episode of Classical Stretch will build endurance and power in your quads, one of the largest muscles in your body. |
| Thu, Apr 30 | 5:30 A.M. |
Spine Strengthening
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White on a beautiful terrace in Mexico. |
| Thu, Apr 30 | 6:00 A.M. |
Weight Loss and Calorie Burn
NH Explore (11.2)
Join Miranda Esmonde-White in beautiful Montego Bay, Jamaica. |
| Fri, May 1 | 5:30 A.M. |
Boost Your Energy
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White by the spa pool in beautiful Mexico. |
| Fri, May 1 | 6:00 A.M. |
Back Pain Relief
NH Explore (11.2)
This beginner's workout is perfect for relieving back pain. |
| Sat, May 2 | 5:30 A.M. |
Bone Strengthening
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at the Kantun Chi Eco Park. |
| Sat, May 2 | 6:00 A.M. |
Calf & Knee
NH Create (11.4)
Join Miranda for an all standing, neuromuscular workout. |
| Sat, May 2 | 6:00 A.M. |
Full Body Strengthening
NH Explore (11.2)
Join Miranda Esmonde-White in beautiful Montego-Bay, Jamaica for a full-body workout that strengthens and stretches all 650-muscles, leaving you stronger, longer, and energized. |
| Sat, May 2 | 7:00 A.M. |
Hip and Glute Flexibility
NH Explore (11.2)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, May 3 | 5:30 A.M. |
Spine Flexibility
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at the Sassil Kantenah Wedding Resort. |
| Sun, May 3 | 6:00 A.M. |
Stress Release
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, May 3 | 6:00 A.M. |
Posture
NH Explore (11.2)
Today's episode is set in one of the most beautiful locations yet, Montego Bay, Jamaica. |
| Sun, May 3 | 7:00 A.M. |
Ab and Waist Strengthening
NH Explore (11.2)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, May 3 | 8:00 A.M. |
Calf & Knee
NH Create (11.4)
Join Miranda for an all standing, neuromuscular workout. |
| Sun, May 3 | 8:30 A.M. |
Stress Release
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Mon, May 4 | 5:30 A.M. |
Arthritis Relief and Pain Prevention
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at the beautiful beach in Mexico. |
| Mon, May 4 | 6:00 A.M. |
Long Adductor
NH Explore (11.2)
Your long adductors are the muscles of your inner thighs. |
| Tue, May 5 | 5:30 A.M. |
Posture
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at the colorful mosaic pathway of the Grand Palladium Hotel. |
| Tue, May 5 | 6:00 A.M. |
Back Pain Relief
NH Explore (11.2)
Relieve your back pain instantly with this full-body Classical Stretch Workout. |
| Wed, May 6 | 5:30 A.M. |
Toning and Slenderizing
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White in the Mayan Riviera, Mexico. |
| Wed, May 6 | 6:00 A.M. |
Endurance and Power
NH Explore (11.2)
Build endurance and power with this full-body strengthening Classical Stretch Workout. |
| Thu, May 7 | 5:30 A.M. |
Boost Your Energy
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at the beautiful beach in the Rivera Maya Mexico. |
| Thu, May 7 | 6:00 A.M. |
Arthritis Workout
NH Explore (11.2)
Relieve arthritis pain throughout your entire body with Miranda Esmonde-White. |
| Fri, May 8 | 5:30 A.M. |
Feet and Calf Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White and the Kantun Chi Eco Park. |
| Fri, May 8 | 6:00 A.M. |
Hamstring Flexibility
NH Explore (11.2)
Your hamstrings are one of your largest muscles and they connect your legs to your back, this is why hamstring pain can actually cause pain in your legs, bum, and back. |
| Sat, May 9 | 5:30 A.M. |
Quad Lengthening & Strengthening
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White by the swimming pool. |
| Sat, May 9 | 6:00 A.M. |
Spine Strengthening
NH Create (11.4)
Strengthening the spine reduces stress on the spinal discs and joints, protects against injury and is one of the best ways to prevent back pain. |
| Sat, May 9 | 6:00 A.M. |
Toning The Waist
NH Explore (11.2)
Today's episode is set in a villa that is rumored to have once been graced by the infamous director, Oscar Hammerstein. |
| Sat, May 9 | 7:00 A.M. |
Hamstring Stretch
NH Explore (11.2)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, May 10 | 5:30 A.M. |
Arm Toning Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at a quaint chapel terrace in the beautiful Riviera Maya. |
| Sun, May 10 | 6:00 A.M. |
Hip and Glute Flexibility
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, May 10 | 6:00 A.M. |
Spine Strengthening
NH Explore (11.2)
You need a strong back to be active and independent. |
| Sun, May 10 | 7:00 A.M. |
Spine Mobility
NH Explore (11.2)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, May 10 | 8:00 A.M. |
Spine Strengthening
NH Create (11.4)
Strengthening the spine reduces stress on the spinal discs and joints, protects against injury and is one of the best ways to prevent back pain. |
| Sun, May 10 | 8:30 A.M. |
Hip and Glute Flexibility
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Mon, May 11 | 5:30 A.M. |
Spine Strengthening Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at a gorgeous, Zen spa pool in Mexico. |
| Mon, May 11 | 6:00 A.M. |
Shoulder Pain Relief
NH Explore (11.2)
This episode of Classical Stretch targets shoulder pain and provides instant relief. |
| Tue, May 12 | 5:30 A.M. |
Shoulder Pain Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, Miranda Esmonde-White will show you how to relieve any shoulder pain you may be feeling due to joint stiffness, stress or injury, with a full-body, all-standing workout. |
| Tue, May 12 | 6:00 A.M. |
Relieve Neck Pain
NH Explore (11.2)
This episode of Classical Stretch liberates all of the joints and muscles in your neck and shoulders providing you with instant relief. |
| Wed, May 13 | 5:30 A.M. |
Knee Strengthening Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at a beautiful chapel terrace in Riviera Maya, Mexico. |
| Wed, May 13 | 6:00 A.M. |
Full Body Toning
NH Explore (11.2)
Join Miranda Esmonde-White in breathtaking Montego, Bay Jamaica for a full body toning Classical Stretch workout. |
| Thu, May 14 | 5:30 A.M. |
Spine Strengthening & Pain-Relief Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at a lovely spa pool in Riviera Maya, Mexico. |
| Thu, May 14 | 6:00 A.M. |
Psoas & Hip Strengthening
NH Explore (11.2)
Today's episode of Classical Stretch re-balances, stretches, and strengthens your hips and psoas. |
| Fri, May 15 | 5:30 A.M. |
Hips & Hamstring Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at the calming and peaceful Kantun-Chi eco-park in Mexico. |
| Fri, May 15 | 6:00 A.M. |
Waist Slenderizing
NH Explore (11.2)
This all-standing Classical Stretch waist slenderizing workout strengthens every muscle around your core and waist leaving you longer and leaner. |
| Sat, May 16 | 5:30 A.M. |
Bone Strength Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, Miranda Esmonde-White will show you how to increase your bone strength so that you remain fully mobile, strong and pain-free. |
| Sat, May 16 | 6:00 A.M. |
Full Body Workout
NH Create (11.4)
Rev up your body with this zero impact, cardio workout that won't stress your joints. |
| Sat, May 16 | 6:00 A.M. |
Feet Strengthening
NH Explore (11.2)
Your feet are the foundation of your body - without strong, healthy, pain-free feet you cannot achieve a strong, healthy, pain-free body. |
| Sat, May 16 | 7:00 A.M. |
Full Body Workout
NH Explore (11.2)
In this episode, join Miranda at the Saasil Kantenah Wedding Resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico for a full-body, all-standing workout to strengthen and stretch your 650 muscles. |
| Sun, May 17 | 5:30 A.M. |
Weight Loss Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, Miranda Esmonde-White will guide you through gentle, full body exercises that will help you lose weight and gain strength and flexibility in your muscles and joints. |
| Sun, May 17 | 6:00 A.M. |
Ab and Waist Strengthening
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, May 17 | 6:00 A.M. |
Connective Tissue
NH Explore (11.2)
Your connective tissue surrounds your entire body from the top of your head to the tip of your toes. |
| Sun, May 17 | 7:00 A.M. |
Posture Workout
NH Explore (11.2)
This standing and barre posture workout, filmed in Riviera Maya, Mexico will improve your posture and give you tons of energy. |
| Sun, May 17 | 8:00 A.M. |
Full Body Workout
NH Create (11.4)
Rev up your body with this zero impact, cardio workout that won't stress your joints. |
| Sun, May 17 | 8:30 A.M. |
Ab and Waist Strengthening
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Mon, May 18 | 5:30 A.M. |
Ab & Core Strength Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at a pristine sandy beach in the gorgeous Riviera Maya. |
| Mon, May 18 | 6:00 A.M. |
Hip & Glute Flexibility
NH Explore (11.2)
When your hips and glutes are not doing their job properly you may feel discomfort throughout your entire body. |
| Tue, May 19 | 5:30 A.M. |
Increase Balance Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White along a serene pathway facing a beautiful beach in Mexico. |
| Tue, May 19 | 6:00 A.M. |
Stretch Your Spine
NH Explore (11.2)
Today's episode is set on the patio of a stunning villa with breathtaking views of the Caribbean sea. |
| Wed, May 20 | 5:30 A.M. |
Plantar Fasciitis Release
NHPBS (11.1)
Your feet are the foundation for your body. Join Miranda Esmonde-White for a full-body relaxation workout that stretches and strengthens your feet and calves, leaving you flexible and pain free. |
| Wed, May 20 | 6:00 A.M. |
Upper Body Pain Relief
NH Explore (11.2)
To relieve upper body pain you must stretch and strengthen every muscle in your body. |
| Thu, May 21 | 5:30 A.M. |
Hip Pain Relief and Stretch
NHPBS (11.1)
Join Miranda Esmonde-White seaside for an episode of Classical Stretch that relieves pain and stretches your hips. |
| Thu, May 21 | 6:00 A.M. |
Balance
NH Explore (11.2)
Today's episode of Classical Stretch challenges your balance. |
| Fri, May 22 | 5:30 A.M. |
Quad Strengthening
NHPBS (11.1)
This episode of Classical Stretch will build endurance and power in your quads, one of the largest muscles in your body. |
| Fri, May 22 | 6:00 A.M. |
Stomach Flattening
NH Explore (11.2)
Today's episode is set in one of the most beautiful locations we've ever seen. |
| Sat, May 23 | 5:30 A.M. |
Weight Loss and Calorie Burn
NHPBS (11.1)
Join Miranda Esmonde-White in beautiful Montego Bay, Jamaica. |
| Sat, May 23 | 6:00 A.M. |
Glute & Hip Stretch
NH Create (11.4)
Work from head-to-toe as you stretch the entire body in this feel good Classical Stretch workout. |
| Sat, May 23 | 6:00 A.M. |
Shoulder Strengthening
NH Explore (11.2)
This full-body episode of Classical Stretch strengthens every muscle in your body while targeting your shoulders. |
| Sat, May 23 | 7:00 A.M. |
Weight Loss
NH Explore (11.2)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at the Zentropia Spa for a standing and floor workout to tone your full body and promote weight loss. |
| Sun, May 24 | 5:30 A.M. |
Back Pain Relief
NHPBS (11.1)
This beginner's workout is perfect for relieving back pain. |
| Sun, May 24 | 6:00 A.M. |
Hamstring Stretch
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, May 24 | 6:00 A.M. |
Full Leg Toning
NH Explore (11.2)
This episode of Classical Stretch strengthens and tones every muscle group in your legs, leaving them stronger, leaner, and more defined. |
| Sun, May 24 | 7:00 A.M. |
Full Body Flexibility
NH Explore (11.2)
Join Miranda Esmonde-White for this full-body flexibility workout in a peaceful garden to stretch all of your muscles and help you move comfortably in every direction. |
| Sun, May 24 | 8:00 A.M. |
Glute & Hip Stretch
NH Create (11.4)
Work from head-to-toe as you stretch the entire body in this feel good Classical Stretch workout. |
| Sun, May 24 | 8:30 A.M. |
Hamstring Stretch
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Mon, May 25 | 5:30 A.M. |
Full Body Strengthening
NHPBS (11.1)
Join Miranda Esmonde-White in beautiful Montego-Bay, Jamaica for a full-body workout that strengthens and stretches all 650-muscles, leaving you stronger, longer, and energized. |
| Mon, May 25 | 6:00 A.M. |
Body Shaping
NH Explore (11.2)
Join Miranda Esmonde-White for a poolside workout in paradise. |
| Tue, May 26 | 5:30 A.M. |
Posture
NHPBS (11.1)
Today's episode is set in one of the most beautiful locations yet, Montego Bay, Jamaica. |
| Tue, May 26 | 6:00 A.M. |
Quad Flexibility
NH Explore (11.2)
Your quad muscles in the front of your thighs are one of the largest muscles in your entire body - this is why keeping them strong and flexible is so important to full body health. |
| Wed, May 27 | 5:30 A.M. |
Long Adductor
NHPBS (11.1)
Your long adductors are the muscles of your inner thighs. |
| Wed, May 27 | 6:00 A.M. |
Full Body Alignment
NH Explore (11.2)
Proper alignment allows us to use our body the way it was designed to be used - without putting additional pressure or strain on the joints, muscles, or spine. |
| Thu, May 28 | 5:30 A.M. |
Back Pain Relief
NHPBS (11.1)
Relieve your back pain instantly with this full-body Classical Stretch Workout. |
| Thu, May 28 | 6:00 A.M. |
Hamstring Stretches
NH Explore (11.2)
Did you know that having healthy, flexible hamstrings will improve your overall posture? Your hips and hamstrings directly impact your pelvis and back. |
| Fri, May 29 | 5:30 A.M. |
Endurance and Power
NHPBS (11.1)
Build endurance and power with this full-body strengthening Classical Stretch Workout. |
| Fri, May 29 | 6:00 A.M. |
Upper Back Strength
NH Explore (11.2)
Get a strong, flexible upper back in this full body Classical Stretch workout. |
| Sat, May 30 | 5:30 A.M. |
Arthritis Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
Relieve arthritis pain throughout your entire body with Miranda Esmonde-White. |
| Sat, May 30 | 6:00 A.M. |
Spine Flexibility
NH Create (11.4)
Working your spine through flexion, extension, lateral and rotational movements will help you gain greater flexibility in your spine and also your neck and hips! |
| Sat, May 30 | 7:00 A.M. |
Waist Toning
NH Explore (11.2)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at the chapel terrace for an all-barre, waist toning workout aimed at strengthening your abs and slenderizing your core. |
| Sun, May 31 | 5:30 A.M. |
Hamstring Flexibility
NHPBS (11.1)
Your hamstrings are one of your largest muscles and they connect your legs to your back, this is why hamstring pain can actually cause pain in your legs, bum, and back. |
| Sun, May 31 | 6:00 A.M. |
Spine Mobility
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, May 31 | 6:00 A.M. |
Leg Toning
NH Explore (11.2)
Release joint tension and activate the stabilizer muscles in your core and legs, while you stretch and strengthen all 650 muscles and tone your lower body. |
| Sun, May 31 | 7:00 A.M. |
Knee Strengthening
NH Explore (11.2)
Join Miranda Esmonde-White outside this majestic Chapel at the Colonial resort for a standing and barre workout to strengthen your knees and prevent knee pain. |
| Sun, May 31 | 8:00 A.M. |
Spine Flexibility
NH Create (11.4)
Working your spine through flexion, extension, lateral and rotational movements will help you gain greater flexibility in your spine and also your neck and hips! |
| Sun, May 31 | 8:30 A.M. |
Spine Mobility
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
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