For many of us, half the battle of getting into shape is simply making it to the gym.
That means changing into your workout clothes, pulling your gym bag together, and trekking out to your local exercise hangout. Instead of getting your sweat on, you're fighting traffic, locker space, and dirty treadmills. It's far more likely to raise your heart rate from frustration versus a good cardio session.
Working out is tough enough. Let's make it easier by exercising at home.
An endless array of online and workout apps are out there to meet your fitness needs. Enjoy a solid CrossFit style workout program or a mind-healing meditation class. All you need is some space to sweat and a commitment to follow through.
Check out these fitness apps:
Peloton is more than a fancy stationary bike; it's a complete workout program. Yoga, HIIT, stretching, and other categories are now available for FREE on the Peloton App for the next 90 days. And the in-app workouts don't require you own any Peloton equipment.
Yoga studios may be closed, but finding your chi is as easy as downloading an app. Get pulled in every direction-the right way-with CorePower Yoga's series of lessons available online. With butt-kicking classes ranging from meditation 101 to six poses, you'll clear your mind and find your flex.
Nearly 2,000 streaming workouts led by bold, inspiring trainers means there's a workout for any fitness level. Each class is exciting and inspiring. Step into a killer power cardio class or a great 10-minute tone program. Or get your stress level in check with a kickboxing class. Daily Burn is FREE for 60 days.
The big box gym is bringing their premier workout programs to you. And Planet Fitness Nutrition is here to encourage you to remain active from your own living room. Tune in to their Facebook Lives for FREE, at-home workouts.
Obé is a simple and effective program designed to meet you where you are. With over 2,500 scheduled classes a week, you have the chance to sweat, define, and flow to better health. One of their most popular classes is yoga sculpt, which focuses on stretching to build strength and toning using light hand weights.
Strong is beautiful. Bar Method's signature technique is a fast and effective way to reshape your entire body. Precise, isometric exercises keep your muscles in motion. Followed by active and passive stretching, you'll transform your body into a strong and graceful dancer-like physique. Bar Method is an intense workout, but the results speak for itself.
It's more than running. The Nike Run Club app offers workouts from top running coaches for all levels. The app tracks your distance and pace, so you can be sure to get your steps in while you're cooped up inside. Best of all, the Nike Run Club app is free! Find your inspiration on the road, track, or sidewalk with inspiring challenges and programs.
There's a lot of inner peace to be discovered on the Down Dog app. They'll even personalize a perfect yoga session for you. Select your time, level, focus, voice, and music on the free app. Down Dog has a variety of classes for students at all skill levels. Get started with yoga for beginners, step up to HIIT, take a barre class, or squeeze in a quick, seven-minute mental refresh session.
P.volve is an accessible fitness method that connects mind to muscle to help everyone look and feel their best. Their resistance-based, high-intensity, low-impact movements strengthen, sculpt, and energize the entire body. Check out P.volve on Instagram for a free daily workout.
Intense? You better believe it. CrossFit is structured to push you to the limit. The CrossFit app is filled with enough lactic acid for even the toughest fitness guru. Challenge yourself with box jumps, pushups, and burpees-you'll never miss the gym after each killer exercise.
Download your favorite app to see which one works best for you. The right workout program is the one you stick with. And sometimes the best app for a good workout is just downloading a podcast and going for a walk. You can also monitor your work out performance by wearing fitness wearables or fitness tracking device. It will also help you to stay on track and motivated as you monitor your work out progress.
Ben Raskin is a writer and workout expert. He enjoys burpees, protein shakes, and skipping rope. It's all about getting up and doing the work. He lives in Salt Lake City with his wife and dogs.
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