Cristen Muresan

Cristen has always loved being active. She grew up dancing and performing acrobatics, which lead her to cultivate a yoga practice as a teenager. At New York University, she studied kinetic awareness and nutrition, ultimately sparking an interest in integrative medicine. She took this interest to the professional level in 2011 when she began working in a cardiovascular research lab, analyzing the relationship between exercise and human physiology. In 2013, she trained at a studio rooted in the Lotte Berk Method and became a barre instructor. Cristen went on to obtain AFAA certifications in Group Fitness Instruction and Beyond Mat Science, a Pilates and yoga fusion format. In 2016, she completed her RYT 200 training at Barre & Soul, as well as her Rasamaya yoga certification. Cristen also completed her Cardio Flash (HIIT) training with Barre & Soul in 2017.

In addition to her passion for the science of movement, Cristen is an avid baker and Halloween enthusiast. She loves theming out playlists and keeping things interesting. Her joyful spirit will give you the extra bit of energy you need to fully engage in a challenging, alignment driven workout, be it barre or yoga. She is a huge believer in the power of the positive mind and loves watching people transform mentally and physically when they find an activity that inspires them. In Cristen’s classes, she aims to help you find both inner and outer strength, all while wearing a genuine smile.