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, Jan 21 | 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, Jan 21 | 6:00 A.M. |
Hips & Hamstring Workout
NH Explore (11.2)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at the calming and peaceful Kantun-Chi eco-park in Mexico. |
| Thu, Jan 22 | 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, Jan 22 | 6:00 A.M. |
Bone Strength Workout
NH Explore (11.2)
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. |
| Fri, Jan 23 | 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, Jan 23 | 6:00 A.M. |
Weight Loss Workout
NH Explore (11.2)
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. |
| Sat, Jan 24 | 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, Jan 24 | 6:00 A.M. |
Ab & Core Strength Workout
NH Explore (11.2)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at a pristine sandy beach in the gorgeous Riviera Maya. |
| Sat, Jan 24 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Create (11.4)
The muscles of your core act as the scaffolding surrounding your torso, back, and sides - keeping your torso corseted, back upright, and spine in good posture. |
| Sat, Jan 24 | 7:00 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! |
| Sun, Jan 25 | 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, Jan 25 | 6:00 A.M. |
Increase Balance Workout
NH Explore (11.2)
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White along a serene pathway facing a beautiful beach in Mexico. |
| Sun, Jan 25 | 6:00 A.M. |
Firm & Strengthen Your Butt
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, Jan 25 | 7:00 A.M. |
Glute Toning
NH Explore (11.2)
Powerful glutes play a key role in how efficiently your body moves. |
| Sun, Jan 25 | 8:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Create (11.4)
The muscles of your core act as the scaffolding surrounding your torso, back, and sides - keeping your torso corseted, back upright, and spine in good posture. |
| Sun, Jan 25 | 8:30 A.M. |
Firm & Strengthen Your Butt
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Mon, Jan 26 | 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, Jan 26 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Welcome to Classical Stretch Season 13 with Miranda Esmonde-White! |
| Tue, Jan 27 | 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, Jan 27 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Join Miranda Esmonde-White for a standing & floor workout in Bermuda! |
| Wed, Jan 28 | 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, Jan 28 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Strengthen your core and lengthen your full-body with Miranda Esmonde-White. |
| Thu, Jan 29 | 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, Jan 29 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Join Miranda in beautiful Bermuda! |
| Fri, Jan 30 | 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, Jan 30 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Boost your energy with this standing & floor workout filmed in sunny Bermuda! |
| Sat, Jan 31 | 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, Jan 31 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
In this all-standing, advanced strengthening workout Miranda will bend, twist, and work the spine in every direction it was built to move! |
| Sat, Jan 31 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Create (11.4)
Maintaining full body strength & flexibility is vital to feeling energetic and youthful, no matter your age. |
| Sat, Jan 31 | 7:00 A.M. |
Hip Strengthening
NH Explore (11.2)
Learn to exercise slowly yet powerfully to strengthen your entire body! |
| Sun, Feb 1 | 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, Feb 1 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Our feet are the foundation of our bodies and keeping them strong and flexible is a major factor in having strong and flexible legs & hips! |
| Sun, Feb 1 | 6:00 A.M. |
Full Body Flexibility
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, Feb 1 | 7:00 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! |
| Sun, Feb 1 | 8:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Create (11.4)
Maintaining full body strength & flexibility is vital to feeling energetic and youthful, no matter your age. |
| Sun, Feb 1 | 8:30 A.M. |
Full Body Flexibility
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Mon, Feb 2 | 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, Feb 2 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Your core consists of more than just your abs - it includes your back, sides, and entire midsection! |
| Tue, Feb 3 | 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, Feb 3 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Enjoy the beautiful ocean view from Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa in this standing & barre workout. |
| Wed, Feb 4 | 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, Feb 4 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Enjoy the beautiful Bermuda coastline in this advanced workout designed to strengthen the full musculature of the hips and glutes. |
| Thu, Feb 5 | 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, Feb 5 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Full body strength and flexibility is vital in maintaining your balance, mobility, and staying out of pain. |
| Fri, Feb 6 | 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, Feb 6 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
The muscles of your core act as the scaffolding surrounding your torso, back, and sides - keeping your torso corseted, back upright, and spine in good posture. |
| Sat, Feb 7 | 5:30 A.M. |
Weight Loss and Calorie Burn
NHPBS (11.1)
Join Miranda Esmonde-White in beautiful Montego Bay, Jamaica. |
| Sat, Feb 7 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Maintaining full body strength & flexibility is vital to feeling energetic and youthful, no matter your age. |
| Sat, Feb 7 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Create (11.4)
This advanced, body shaping workout will tone and strengthen your arms, abs, core, waist, and legs. |
| Sat, Feb 7 | 7:00 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. |
| Sun, Feb 8 | 5:30 A.M. |
Back Pain Relief
NHPBS (11.1)
This beginner's workout is perfect for relieving back pain. |
| Sun, Feb 8 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
This advanced, body shaping workout will tone and strengthen your arms, abs, core, waist, and legs. |
| Sun, Feb 8 | 6:00 A.M. |
Back Pain Relief
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, Feb 8 | 7:00 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, Feb 8 | 8:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Create (11.4)
This advanced, body shaping workout will tone and strengthen your arms, abs, core, waist, and legs. |
| Sun, Feb 8 | 8:30 A.M. |
Back Pain Relief
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Mon, Feb 9 | 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, Feb 9 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Your connective tissue surrounds every cell, tendon, muscle, and bone - it is the magical fiber which connects each and every part of your body. |
| Tue, Feb 10 | 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, Feb 10 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
Join Miranda along the stunning Bermuda coastline for an advanced, standing & floor workout that will improve your agility. |
| Wed, Feb 11 | 5:30 A.M. |
Long Adductor
NHPBS (11.1)
Your long adductors are the muscles of your inner thighs. |
| Wed, Feb 11 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
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! |
| Thu, Feb 12 | 5:30 A.M. |
Back Pain Relief
NHPBS (11.1)
Relieve your back pain instantly with this full-body Classical Stretch Workout. |
| Thu, Feb 12 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Explore (11.2)
A strong core and back are the best way to prevent poor posture or rounding shoulders. |
| Fri, Feb 13 | 5:30 A.M. |
Endurance and Power
NHPBS (11.1)
Build endurance and power with this full-body strengthening Classical Stretch Workout. |
| Fri, Feb 13 | 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. |
| Sat, Feb 14 | 5:30 A.M. |
Arthritis Workout
NHPBS (11.1)
Relieve arthritis pain throughout your entire body with Miranda Esmonde-White. |
| Sat, Feb 14 | 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. |
| Sat, Feb 14 | 6:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Create (11.4)
Your connective tissue surrounds every cell, tendon, muscle, and bone - it is the magical fiber which connects each and every part of your body. |
| Sat, Feb 14 | 7:00 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. |
| Sun, Feb 15 | 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, Feb 15 | 6:00 A.M. |
Upper Back Strength
NH Explore (11.2)
Get a strong, flexible upper back in this full body Classical Stretch workout. |
| Sun, Feb 15 | 6:00 A.M. |
Full Body Workout with a Focus on the Upper Body
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, Feb 15 | 7:00 A.M. |
Full Body Workout
NH Explore (11.2)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Sun, Feb 15 | 8:00 A.M. |
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics
NH Create (11.4)
Your connective tissue surrounds every cell, tendon, muscle, and bone - it is the magical fiber which connects each and every part of your body. |
| Sun, Feb 15 | 8:30 A.M. |
Full Body Workout with a Focus on the Upper Body
NH Create (11.4)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
| Mon, Feb 16 | 5:30 A.M. |
Toning The Waist
NHPBS (11.1)
Today's episode is set in a villa that is rumored to have once been graced by the infamous director, Oscar Hammerstein. |
| Mon, Feb 16 | 6:00 A.M. |
Improve Your Posture
NH Explore (11.2)
Unlock your spine by stretching and lubricating connective tissue in your back, chest and core. |
| Tue, Feb 17 | 5:30 A.M. |
Spine Strengthening
NHPBS (11.1)
You need a strong back to be active and independent. |
| Tue, Feb 17 | 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. |
| Wed, Feb 18 | 5:30 A.M. |
Shoulder Pain Relief
NHPBS (11.1)
This episode of Classical Stretch targets shoulder pain and provides instant relief. |
| Wed, Feb 18 | 6:00 A.M. |
Upper Back & Posture
NH Explore (11.2)
Increase your range of motion in your hips and shoulders to strengthen your upper back and improve your posture. |
| Thu, Feb 19 | 5:30 A.M. |
Relieve Neck Pain
NHPBS (11.1)
This episode of Classical Stretch liberates all of the joints and muscles in your neck and shoulders providing you with instant relief. |
| Thu, Feb 19 | 6:00 A.M. |
Back Pain Relief
NH Explore (11.2)
Moving the spine in all directions, the way it was designed to move, can help reduce back pain. |
| 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 | 5:30 A.M. |
Balance
NHPBS (11.1)
Today's episode of Classical Stretch challenges your balance. |
| 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 | 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 | 7:00 A.M. |
Strengthen Hips & Improve Posture
NH Explore (11.2)
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! |
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