Fitness
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Hips Don’t Lie: Hip Stretches + Exercises to Make Them Feel Better
Whether you’re new to fitness or crushing a workout streak, odds are your hips feel tight, sore, or some combo of the two. The best remedy? Hip stretches and exercises you can do right in the comfort of your home. “Hips are so complex, so important, and so full of emotion,” says obé instructor Mary…
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How to Navigate Working Out at the Gym (Or Home Gym!)
If you’re interested in the Gym Strong or Gym Strong 2 programs (and working out at the gym), we bet you’re curious about exactly what equipment you need to join the program. Can you use your own at-home equipment? Do you need to go to an actual gym? And if you already go to the…
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3 Reasons to Try Simply Strong: The Program for Any Level
Designed for any fitness level, Simply Strong is our longest strength training program to date (a full 6 weeks of training!). But don’t let that intimidate you: It’s really not a huge commitment. Just show up to three 30-minute classes per week, and grab some medium plus heavy dumbbells to get strong from head to…
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The Complete List of obé Workout Class Types
If there’s one thing that sets obé (far) above the rest, it’s our A-to-Z, everything-but-the-kitchen-sink variety. From Dance HIIT to Restorative Yoga and everything in between, our workout class types range from (super) high intensity to very chill vibes. Our class types fall into four categories: Cardio, Strength Training, Yoga, and Activate/Recover. To help you…
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We Should All Be Stretching More Often—Here’s Why
Let’s admit it: The one good habit you’re probably not doing enough of? Stretching it out—before and after class. Not sure how to stretch “right,” or having trouble figuring out the best frequency? We got you. It may not seem as important as the workout itself (and all too easy to skip when we’re short on time), but with plenty…
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Why Faster is Not Always Better in Fitness
To get the results you want from a fitness routine, focusing on quick-paced cardio or HIIT classes is the way to go—or so we think. But you don’t have to commit to grueling boot camps, speed drills, or rapid-fire cardio moves to get fit. Slow workouts can do that for you. Turns out, slowing down…
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How to Choose the Right Online Fitness Program For Your Goals
You probably already know that there are plenty of benefits to following an online fitness program. To name just a few: It’ll help you reach your goals; you know exactly what’s on your schedule each week (bye-bye, decision paralysis); and it eliminates the guesswork about whether the workouts will deliver the results you want. Not…
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Moving for Two? Everything to Know About Prenatal Workouts
As most moms-to-be likely know, staying active during pregnancy comes with a motherlode (we had to) of proven benefits. Regular prenatal workouts can boost your mood, improve sleep, and help prepare your body for labor and the new functional movements of motherhood (like picking up a car seat or putting your baby in the crib). It…
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Workout Equipment Swaps You Have to Try at Home
So you’ve been gliding through bodyweight-only moves, mastering your form, and going out of your comfort zone with new class types. Now, you’re ready to take on the next frontier: Our workout equipment classes. From hand weights to resistance loops, extra gear can double the fun—and help improve your strength and stamina. Pro tip: You can…
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Exercising After Baby? All the Postpartum Workout Tips You Should Know
You did it, mama. You’ve completed one of the most physically (and emotionally) demanding experiences of your life—and brought your amazing new baby to the world. Now, after some (much-needed) R&R, you’re ready to start postpartum workouts and get moving. The benefits are major. From improved energy levels and a higher quality of sleep, postpartum fitness classes boost your mood…
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Strength Vs. Power: Which Class Is Right for You?
So you’re ready to get strong. Incorporating Strength classes into your #obéeveryday routine seems like a no-brainer, right? But wait, there’s this other class in the On-Demand Library: Power. Are these both strength training? And are there any differences between the two? The short answer: yes and YES. Yes, both classes will build your functional strength (the…
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Pilates, Barre, Sculpt—What’s the Difference?
Ever looked at the obé schedule and wondered: What’s the difference between Pilates, Barre, and Sculpt workouts—and which one is best for me? All majorly effective low-impact workouts, these classes bring the burn without overly straining the body. Instead, they deliver results by toning and lengthening (from head to toe) with high reps, light resistance, and a healthy…
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Run, Cross-Train, Repeat: Tips to Tackle Your Race
You just committed to your first (or another!) big run challenge—a 5K, 10K, half, or full marathon race. All you have to do now is lace up and get those miles under your belt, right? Not quite. Turns out, the days between your runs, and what you do with them, are just as important for those long-term training goals.…
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Try the CORE Workout Challenge: A Better Way to Work Your Core
It’s not just about the abs. A strong core—which includes your obliques, pelvic floor, lower back muscles, and abs—is your power. From a more supported posture and better balance to improved mobility and reduced injury risk, keeping it strong with a solid core workout is key to feeling your best. Not a fan of crunches and planks on…
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Ride With obé: Our Top Cycling Tips + Bike Recommendations
Whether you’re brand-new to indoor cycling or want a refresher on basic cycling tips, you’re in the right place! Here’s everything you need to know about riding with us at obé, safely, effectively, and efficiently, according to our certified cycling instructors, Mary W. and Alex S. Prefer to have a visual demo? Watch this 5-minute Ride 101 introduction with Mary,…
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Follow the Beat: How Workout Music Powers You Up
Ever notice how those weights suddenly feel lighter when your favorite Drake song comes on? It’s not just your imagination. When it comes to fitness, the workout music itself really does make a difference. There’s an impressive body of research on why music and exercise are such a power couple. Studies indicate that, when paired…
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Why Rebounding Is the Best Workout You’re Not Doing
Let’s jump right in. Rebounding—or Bounce, as we like to call it at obé—is the most fun workout you’ve never done. Bounce is a high-intensity, low-impact cardio workout that gets your heart pumping—without putting extra stress on your joints. Here’s what you need to know about the benefits of Bounce, tips to get started, and how…
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5 Reasons Dance Classes Are the Ultimate for Mind and Body
Dance has long been the intuitive mode of expression for all the celebratory moments of our lives. But if you’re not also treating it as a serious workout, read on. With an abundance of physical, mental, and emotional benefits, online dance classes may be the best thing you can do for your body (Time’s words,…
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Join the 2-Week Summer Strong Workout Challenge!
It’s time to feel our best, obé: Let’s say yes to our strongest summer yet—together. Starting June 21, you’re invited to join our 2-week Summer Strong Workout Challenge. (You’ll be able to sign up starting Tuesday, June 21—find it under the Programs tab online or in your obé app.) The Details The Summer Strong Workout Challenge has 14 Express…
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Take Your Training to the Next Level With the BodyComp Program!
Ready for major results that you’ll see and feel? Our BodyComp program (which now has three volumes!) is the place to start. As our Training + Programming Manager Melody D. says: “Think of this four-week progressive training program as your curated plan to double down on strength training and promote body composition change—aka healthy weight loss and increased lean muscle.” And once you’ve…
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