What does HIIT actually stand for? How often should you be stretching? Why should you strength train? When should you wear shoes for class? This is the place where we answer all of your fitness questions and empower you with the tools you need to take your workouts to the next level.
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6 New Pieces of Fitness Equipment You Have to Try
Learn morePlaying with new exercise equipment can wake up muscles you didn’t know you had, cure boredom, prevent overuse injuries, help build strength, and boost your self-confidence.
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When to Take a Rest Day—and When to Push Through
Learn moreWhat’s the difference between feeling sore (in a good way) and needing to take a break? What are the red flags you just need a rest day, or is something else going on? And finally, what are the best ways to rest up and recover, so you can get back to obé, your way?
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Training vs. Working Out—Yes, There Is a Difference!
Learn moreBy now, you probably have an intuitive understanding of what working out is—an elevated heart rate, sweat, and shortness of breath all being essential parts of the equation. Fitness training, on the other hand, is likely a little more foreign.
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Back Exercises to Strengthen Your Body and Prevent Pain
Learn moreSay it with us: Don’t skip your back exercises. With so much time spent slumped over our computers, phone screens, or on the couch, it’s no wonder that half of all working Americans experience lower back pain each year. And while many of us choose to opt out of fitness classes until the aches subside, […]
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5 Reasons to Start Strength Training For Women
Learn moreWhether you’re already #LevelingUp your workout—or you still need some convincing—dive into why lifting weights is such a fantastic workout, according to our trainers—and science.
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Hips Don’t Lie: Hip Stretches + Exercises to Make Them Feel Better
Learn moreWhether 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!)
Learn moreIf 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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We Should All Be Stretching More Often—Here’s Why
Learn moreLet’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
Learn moreTo 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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Workout Equipment Swaps You Have to Try at Home
Learn moreSo 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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Strength Vs. Power: Which Class Is Right for You?
Learn moreSo 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 on the Live Schedule and in the On-Demand Library: Power. Are these both strength training? And are there any differences between two? The short answer: yes and YES. Yes, both classes will build your functional […]
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Run, Cross-Train, Repeat: Tips to Tackle Your Race
Learn moreYou 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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Ride With obé: Our Top Cycling Tips + Bike Recommendations
Learn moreWhether 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
Learn moreEver 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
Learn moreLet’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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3 Tips for Taking Outdoor Workouts with obé ☀️
Learn moreThe temps are warming up, the flowers are blooming, and we’re beyond stoked to head outside. Whether you’re hitting your mat for #obéanywhere or hitting the road and trails for walks, hikes, runs, and rides, we fully support your transition to outdoor workouts. The only catch? Exercising outside is a totally different ballgame than in your living […]
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Workout Splits, Defined—And Why We Love Them
Learn moreLet’s get this out of the way: This kind of splits have nothing with the gymnast-style splits, so no flexibility required! Instead, we’re talking workout splits—which means the way you schedule your workouts to focus on different areas of the body.