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.

Thu, Dec 7 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, Dec 7 6:00 A.M. Boost Your Energy     NH Explore (11.2)

In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at the beautiful beach in the Rivera Maya Mexico.

Fri, Dec 8 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, Dec 8 6:00 A.M. Feet and Calf Workout     NH Explore (11.2)

In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White and the Kantun Chi Eco Park.

Sat, Dec 9 5:30 A.M. Balance     NHPBS (11.1)

Today's episode of Classical Stretch challenges your balance.

Sat, Dec 9 6:00 A.M. Waist Slenderizing     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sat, Dec 9 6:00 A.M. Quad Lengthening & Strengthening     NH Explore (11.2)

In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White by the swimming pool.

Sun, Dec 10 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, Dec 10 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.

Sun, Dec 10 6:00 A.M. Arm Toning Workout     NH Explore (11.2)

In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at a quaint chapel terrace in the beautiful Riviera Maya.

Sun, Dec 10 8:00 A.M. Waist Slenderizing     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sun, Dec 10 8:30 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.

Mon, Dec 11 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, Dec 11 6:00 A.M. Spine Strengthening Workout     NH Explore (11.2)

In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at a gorgeous, Zen spa pool in Mexico.

Tue, Dec 12 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, Dec 12 6:00 A.M. Shoulder Pain Workout     NH Explore (11.2)

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.

Wed, Dec 13 5:30 A.M. Body Shaping     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Wed, Dec 13 6:00 A.M. Knee Strengthening Workout     NH Explore (11.2)

In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at a beautiful chapel terrace in Riviera Maya, Mexico.

Thu, Dec 14 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, Dec 14 6:00 A.M. Spine Strengthening & Pain-Relief Workout     NH Explore (11.2)

In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at a lovely spa pool in Riviera Maya, Mexico.

Fri, Dec 15 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

Welcome to Classical Stretch Season 13 with Miranda Esmonde-White!

Fri, Dec 15 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.

Sat, Dec 16 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

Join Miranda Esmonde-White for a standing & floor workout in Bermuda!

Sat, Dec 16 6:00 A.M. Feet Strengthening     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sat, Dec 16 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.

Sun, Dec 17 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

Strengthen your core and lengthen your full-body with Miranda Esmonde-White.

Sun, Dec 17 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.

Sun, Dec 17 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.

Sun, Dec 17 8:00 A.M. Feet Strengthening     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sun, Dec 17 8:30 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.

Mon, Dec 18 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

Join Miranda in beautiful Bermuda!

Mon, Dec 18 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.

Tue, Dec 19 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

Boost your energy with this standing & floor workout filmed in sunny Bermuda!

Tue, Dec 19 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.

Wed, Dec 20 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

In this all-standing, advanced strengthening workout Miranda will bend, twist, and work the spine in every direction it was built to move!

Wed, Dec 20 6:00 A.M. Plantar Fasciitis Release     NH Explore (11.2)

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.

Thu, Dec 21 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

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!

Thu, Dec 21 6:00 A.M. Hip Pain Relief and Stretch     NH Explore (11.2)

Join Miranda Esmonde-White seaside for an episode of Classical Stretch that relieves pain and stretches your hips.

Fri, Dec 22 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

Your core consists of more than just your abs - it includes your back, sides, and entire midsection!

Fri, Dec 22 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.

Sat, Dec 23 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

Enjoy the beautiful ocean view from Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa in this standing & barre workout.

Sat, Dec 23 6:00 A.M. Connective Tissue     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sat, Dec 23 6:00 A.M. Weight Loss and Calorie Burn     NH Explore (11.2)

Join Miranda Esmonde-White in beautiful Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Sun, Dec 24 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

Enjoy the beautiful Bermuda coastline in this advanced workout designed to strengthen the full musculature of the hips and glutes.

Sun, Dec 24 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!

Sun, Dec 24 6:00 A.M. Back Pain Relief     NH Explore (11.2)

This beginner's workout is perfect for relieving back pain.

Sun, Dec 24 8:00 A.M. Connective Tissue     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sun, Dec 24 8:30 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!

Mon, Dec 25 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

Full body strength and flexibility is vital in maintaining your balance, mobility, and staying out of pain.

Mon, Dec 25 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.

Tue, Dec 26 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

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.

Tue, Dec 26 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.

Wed, Dec 27 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

Maintaining full body strength & flexibility is vital to feeling energetic and youthful, no matter your age.

Wed, Dec 27 6:00 A.M. Long Adductor     NH Explore (11.2)

Your long adductors are the muscles of your inner thighs.

Thu, Dec 28 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

This advanced, body shaping workout will tone and strengthen your arms, abs, core, waist, and legs.

Thu, Dec 28 6:00 A.M. Back Pain Relief     NH Explore (11.2)

Relieve your back pain instantly with this full-body Classical Stretch Workout.

Fri, Dec 29 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

Your connective tissue surrounds every cell, tendon, muscle, and bone - it is the magical fiber which connects each and every part of your body.

Fri, Dec 29 6:00 A.M. Endurance and Power     NH Explore (11.2)

Build endurance and power with this full-body strengthening Classical Stretch Workout.

Sat, Dec 30 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Sat, Dec 30 6:00 A.M. Hip & Glute Flexibility     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sat, Dec 30 6:00 A.M. Arthritis Workout     NH Explore (11.2)

Relieve arthritis pain throughout your entire body with Miranda Esmonde-White.

Sun, Dec 31 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

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, Dec 31 6:00 A.M. Glute Toning     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sun, Dec 31 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.

Sun, Dec 31 6:30 A.M. Shoulder Pain Relief     NH Explore (11.2)

This episode of Classical Stretch targets shoulder pain and provides instant relief.

Sun, Dec 31 7:00 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.

Sun, Dec 31 8:00 A.M. Hip & Glute Flexibility     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sun, Dec 31 8:30 A.M. Glute Toning     NH Create (11.4)

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

Mon, Jan 1 5:30 A.M. Classical Stretch: By Essentrics     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Mon, Jan 1 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.

Tue, Jan 2 6:00 A.M. Spine Strengthening     NH Explore (11.2)

You need a strong back to be active and independent.

Wed, Jan 3 6:00 A.M. Shoulder Pain Relief     NH Explore (11.2)

This episode of Classical Stretch targets shoulder pain and provides instant relief.

Thu, Jan 4 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.

Fri, Jan 5 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.

Sat, Jan 6 6:00 A.M. Stretch Your Spine     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sat, Jan 6 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.

Sun, Jan 7 6:00 A.M. Hip Strengthening     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sun, Jan 7 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.

Sun, Jan 7 8:00 A.M. Stretch Your Spine     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sun, Jan 7 8:30 A.M. Hip Strengthening     NH Create (11.4)

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

Mon, Jan 8 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.

Tue, Jan 9 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.

Wed, Jan 10 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.

Thu, Jan 11 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.

Fri, Jan 12 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.

Sat, Jan 13 6:00 A.M. Balance     NH Explore (11.2)

Today's episode of Classical Stretch challenges your balance.

Sat, Jan 13 6:00 A.M. Upper Body Pain Relief     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sun, Jan 14 6:00 A.M. Zero Impact Cardio     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sun, Jan 14 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.

Sun, Jan 14 8:00 A.M. Upper Body Pain Relief     NH Create (11.4)

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

Sun, Jan 14 8:30 A.M. Zero Impact Cardio     NH Create (11.4)

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

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