Classical Stretch: By Essentrics

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.

Fri, Feb 20 5:30 A.M. Full Body Toning     NHPBS (11.1)

Join Miranda Esmonde-White in breathtaking Montego, Bay Jamaica for a full body toning Classical Stretch workout.

Fri, Feb 20 6:00 A.M. Calf & Knee     NH Explore (11.2)

Join Miranda for an all standing, neuromuscular workout.

Sat, Feb 21 5:30 A.M. Psoas & Hip Strengthening     NHPBS (11.1)

Today's episode of Classical Stretch re-balances, stretches, and strengthens your hips and psoas.

Sat, Feb 21 6:00 A.M. Spine Strengthening     NH Explore (11.2)

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, Feb 21 6:00 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NH Create (11.4)

Join Miranda along the stunning Bermuda coastline for an advanced, standing & floor workout that will improve your agility.

Sat, Feb 21 7:00 A.M. Improve Your Posture     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Feb 22 5:30 A.M. Waist Slenderizing     NHPBS (11.1)

This all-standing Classical Stretch waist slenderizing workout strengthens every muscle around your core and waist leaving you longer and leaner.

Sun, Feb 22 6:00 A.M. Full Body Workout     NH Explore (11.2)

Rev up your body with this zero impact, cardio workout that won't stress your joints.

Sun, Feb 22 6:00 A.M. Pain Relief for the Back & Knees     NH Create (11.4)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Feb 22 7:00 A.M. Energy Boosting     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Feb 22 8:00 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NH Create (11.4)

Join Miranda along the stunning Bermuda coastline for an advanced, standing & floor workout that will improve your agility.

Sun, Feb 22 8:30 A.M. Pain Relief for the Back & Knees     NH Create (11.4)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Mon, Feb 23 5:30 A.M. Feet Strengthening     NHPBS (11.1)

Your feet are the foundation of your body - without strong, healthy, pain-free feet you cannot achieve a strong, healthy, pain-free body.

Mon, Feb 23 6:00 A.M. Glute & Hip Stretch     NH Explore (11.2)

Work from head-to-toe as you stretch the entire body in this feel good Classical Stretch workout.

Tue, Feb 24 5:30 A.M. Connective Tissue     NHPBS (11.1)

Your connective tissue surrounds your entire body from the top of your head to the tip of your toes.

Tue, Feb 24 6:00 A.M. Spine Flexibility     NH Explore (11.2)

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!

Wed, Feb 25 5:30 A.M. Hip & Glute Flexibility     NHPBS (11.1)

When your hips and glutes are not doing their job properly you may feel discomfort throughout your entire body.

Wed, Feb 25 6:00 A.M. Glute Toning     NH Explore (11.2)

Powerful glutes play a key role in how efficiently your body moves.

Thu, Feb 26 5:30 A.M. Stretch Your Spine     NHPBS (11.1)

Today's episode is set on the patio of a stunning villa with breathtaking views of the Caribbean sea.

Thu, Feb 26 6:00 A.M. Hip Strengthening     NH Explore (11.2)

Learn to exercise slowly yet powerfully to strengthen your entire body!

Fri, Feb 27 5:30 A.M. Upper Body Pain Relief     NHPBS (11.1)

To relieve upper body pain you must stretch and strengthen every muscle in your body.

Fri, Feb 27 6:00 A.M. Zero Impact Cardio     NH Explore (11.2)

In just 23 minutes, experience the exhilaration that comes from freedom of movement, better posture, increased stamina, and a renewed sense of vitality!

Sat, Feb 28 6:00 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NH Create (11.4)

Strength & suppleness throughout your entire body is vital to doing all of the activities that you love - and having a strong back is one of the easiest ways to prevent injury and do any activity efficiently!

Sat, Feb 28 6:00 A.M. Hip & Glute Strengthening     NH Explore (11.2)

Join Miranda for this targeted no-impact workout designed to stretch and strengthen the gluteus muscles by rebalancing the entire body.

Sat, Feb 28 7:00 A.M. Strengthen Hips & Improve Posture     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 1 5:30 A.M. Stomach Flattening     NHPBS (11.1)

Today's episode is set in one of the most beautiful locations we've ever seen.

Sun, Mar 1 6:00 A.M. Back Pain Relief     NH Create (11.4)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 1 6:00 A.M. Improve Your Balance     NH Explore (11.2)

The importance of aligning and strengthening your hips and feet to improve your balance is emphasized in this full-body, Classical Stretch episode.

Sun, Mar 1 7:00 A.M. Full Body Alignment     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 1 8:00 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NH Create (11.4)

Strength & suppleness throughout your entire body is vital to doing all of the activities that you love - and having a strong back is one of the easiest ways to prevent injury and do any activity efficiently!

Sun, Mar 1 8:30 A.M. Back Pain Relief     NH Create (11.4)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Mon, Mar 2 5:30 A.M. Shoulder Strengthening     NHPBS (11.1)

This full-body episode of Classical Stretch strengthens every muscle in your body while targeting your shoulders.

Mon, Mar 2 6:00 A.M. Waist Toning     NH Explore (11.2)

Enhance your sense of body awareness and work at your own pace as you dynamically stretch to strengthen your abs, tone your waist and increase flexibility in your legs, hips and spine.

Tue, Mar 3 5:30 A.M. Full Leg Toning     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode of Classical Stretch strengthens and tones every muscle group in your legs, leaving them stronger, leaner, and more defined.

Tue, Mar 3 6:00 A.M. Full Body Workout     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Wed, Mar 4 5:30 A.M. Body Shaping     NHPBS (11.1)

Join Miranda Esmonde-White for a poolside workout in paradise.

Wed, Mar 4 6:00 A.M. Improve Your Posture     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Thu, Mar 5 5:30 A.M. Quad Flexibility     NHPBS (11.1)

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.

Thu, Mar 5 6:00 A.M. Stretch Your Spine     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Fri, Mar 6 5:30 A.M. Full Body Alignment     NHPBS (11.1)

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.

Fri, Mar 6 6:00 A.M. Strengthen Hips & Improve Posture     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sat, Mar 7 6:00 A.M. Full Body Alignment     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sat, Mar 7 6:00 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NH Create (11.4)

A strong core and back are the best way to prevent poor posture or rounding shoulders.

Sat, Mar 7 7:00 A.M. Energy Boosting     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 8 6:00 A.M. Waist Slenderizing     NH Create (11.4)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 8 7:00 A.M. Firm & Strengthen Your Butt     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 8 8:00 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NH Create (11.4)

A strong core and back are the best way to prevent poor posture or rounding shoulders.

Sun, Mar 8 8:30 A.M. Waist Slenderizing     NH Create (11.4)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Tue, Mar 10 5:30 A.M. Upper Back Strength     NHPBS (11.1)

Get a strong, flexible upper back in this full body Classical Stretch workout.

Tue, Mar 10 6:00 A.M. Full Body Flexibility     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Wed, Mar 11 5:30 A.M. Improve Your Posture     NHPBS (11.1)

Unlock your spine by stretching and lubricating connective tissue in your back, chest and core.

Wed, Mar 11 6:00 A.M. Back Pain Relief     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Thu, Mar 12 5:30 A.M. Leg Toning     NHPBS (11.1)

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.

Thu, Mar 12 6:00 A.M. Full Body Workout with a Focus on the Upper Body     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Fri, Mar 13 5:30 A.M. Upper Back & Posture     NHPBS (11.1)

Increase your range of motion in your hips and shoulders to strengthen your upper back and improve your posture.

Fri, Mar 13 6:00 A.M. Pain Relief for the Back & Knees     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sat, Mar 14 5:30 A.M. Back Pain Relief     NHPBS (11.1)

Moving the spine in all directions, the way it was designed to move, can help reduce back pain.

Sat, Mar 14 6:00 A.M. Back Pain Relief     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sat, Mar 14 6:00 A.M. Full Body Alignment     NH Create (11.4)

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.

Sat, Mar 14 7:00 A.M. Full Body Flexibility     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 15 5:30 A.M. Calf & Knee     NHPBS (11.1)

Join Miranda for an all standing, neuromuscular workout.

Sun, Mar 15 6:00 A.M. Waist Slenderizing     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 15 6:00 A.M. Fantastic Core     NH Create (11.4)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 15 7:00 A.M. Back Pain Relief     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 15 8:00 A.M. Full Body Alignment     NH Create (11.4)

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.

Sun, Mar 15 8:30 A.M. Fantastic Core     NH Create (11.4)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Mon, Mar 16 5:30 A.M. Spine Strengthening     NHPBS (11.1)

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.

Mon, Mar 16 6:00 A.M. Fantastic Core     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Tue, Mar 17 5:30 A.M. Full Body Workout     NHPBS (11.1)

Rev up your body with this zero impact, cardio workout that won't stress your joints.

Tue, Mar 17 6:00 A.M. Spinal Fascia     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Wed, Mar 18 5:30 A.M. Glute & Hip Stretch     NHPBS (11.1)

Work from head-to-toe as you stretch the entire body in this feel good Classical Stretch workout.

Wed, Mar 18 6:00 A.M. Hip Pain Relief & Stretch     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Thu, Mar 19 5:30 A.M. Spine Flexibility     NHPBS (11.1)

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!

Thu, Mar 19 6:00 A.M. Shoulder Pain     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Fri, Mar 20 5:30 A.M. Glute Toning     NHPBS (11.1)

Powerful glutes play a key role in how efficiently your body moves.

Fri, Mar 20 6:00 A.M. Stress Relieving Workout     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sat, Mar 21 5:30 A.M. Hip Strengthening     NHPBS (11.1)

Learn to exercise slowly yet powerfully to strengthen your entire body!

Sat, Mar 21 6:00 A.M. Upper Back & Posture     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sat, Mar 21 6:00 A.M. Hamstring Stretches     NH Create (11.4)

Did you know that having healthy, flexible hamstrings will improve your overall posture? Your hips and hamstrings directly impact your pelvis and back.

Sat, Mar 21 7:00 A.M. Full Body Workout with a Focus on the Upper Body     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 22 5:30 A.M. Zero Impact Cardio     NHPBS (11.1)

In just 23 minutes, experience the exhilaration that comes from freedom of movement, better posture, increased stamina, and a renewed sense of vitality!

Sun, Mar 22 6:00 A.M. Relieve Neck Pain     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 22 6:00 A.M. Spinal Fascia     NH Create (11.4)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 22 7:00 A.M. Pain Relief for the Back & Knees     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 22 8:00 A.M. Hamstring Stretches     NH Create (11.4)

Did you know that having healthy, flexible hamstrings will improve your overall posture? Your hips and hamstrings directly impact your pelvis and back.

Sun, Mar 22 8:30 A.M. Spinal Fascia     NH Create (11.4)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Mon, Mar 23 5:30 A.M. Hip & Glute Strengthening     NHPBS (11.1)

Join Miranda for this targeted no-impact workout designed to stretch and strengthen the gluteus muscles by rebalancing the entire body.

Mon, Mar 23 6:00 A.M. Stress Release     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Tue, Mar 24 5:30 A.M. Improve Your Balance     NHPBS (11.1)

The importance of aligning and strengthening your hips and feet to improve your balance is emphasized in this full-body, Classical Stretch episode.

Tue, Mar 24 6:00 A.M. Hip and Glute Flexibility     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Wed, Mar 25 5:30 A.M. Waist Toning     NHPBS (11.1)

Enhance your sense of body awareness and work at your own pace as you dynamically stretch to strengthen your abs, tone your waist and increase flexibility in your legs, hips and spine.

Wed, Mar 25 6:00 A.M. Ab and Waist Strengthening     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Thu, Mar 26 5:30 A.M. Full Body Workout     NHPBS (11.1)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Thu, Mar 26 6:00 A.M. Hamstring Stretch     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Fri, Mar 27 5:30 A.M. Improve Your Posture     NHPBS (11.1)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Fri, Mar 27 6:00 A.M. Spine Mobility     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sat, Mar 28 5:30 A.M. Stretch Your Spine     NHPBS (11.1)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sat, Mar 28 6:00 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.

Sat, Mar 28 6:00 A.M. Upper Back Strength     NH Create (11.4)

Get a strong, flexible upper back in this full body Classical Stretch workout.

Sat, Mar 28 7:00 A.M. Back Pain Relief     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 29 5:30 A.M. Strengthen Hips & Improve Posture     NHPBS (11.1)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 29 6:00 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, Mar 29 6:00 A.M. Hip Pain Relief & Stretch     NH Create (11.4)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 29 7:00 A.M. Waist Slenderizing     NH Explore (11.2)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Sun, Mar 29 8:00 A.M. Upper Back Strength     NH Create (11.4)

Get a strong, flexible upper back in this full body Classical Stretch workout.

Sun, Mar 29 8:30 A.M. Hip Pain Relief & Stretch     NH Create (11.4)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Mon, Mar 30 5:30 A.M. Full Body Alignment     NHPBS (11.1)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Mon, Mar 30 6:00 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.

Tue, Mar 31 5:30 A.M. Energy Boosting     NHPBS (11.1)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Tue, Mar 31 6:00 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.

Wed, Apr 1 5:30 A.M. Firm & Strengthen Your Butt     NHPBS (11.1)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Thu, Apr 2 5:30 A.M. Full Body Flexibility     NHPBS (11.1)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

Fri, Apr 3 5:30 A.M. Back Pain Relief     NHPBS (11.1)

This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch!

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