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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Exercise for Women vs. Men: A Guide to Unique Gender Differences in Fitness
Learn more: Exercise for Women vs. Men: A Guide to Unique Gender Differences in FitnessWe’ve all seen the videos. Endearing scenes of boyfriends or husbands struggling through Sculpt or Barre sequences—what most of us typically think of as “exercise for women.” At the same time, we know most men would outlast us lifting heavy. This begs the question: do women and men respond differently to the same workouts, and…
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What’s the Best Exercise for Hormones? You May Be Surprised
Learn more: What’s the Best Exercise for Hormones? You May Be SurprisedUgh, hormones. When they’re balanced and doing their thing, our bodies and minds are in flow. But throw in just a little disturbance—like some good old stress or the luteal phase of your menstrual cycle—and suddenly, everything’s bananas. When you’re feeling moody or insecure from an acne flair-up, working out may be the last thing…
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Forget About Weight—These Body Composition Metrics Are More Accurate
Learn more: Forget About Weight—These Body Composition Metrics Are More AccurateThere’s no point in sugarcoating it: tracking weight alone sets women up for failure. Decades of diet advertising and unrealistic beauty standards have indoctrinated the idea that weighing less will make you feel better. Healthier, prettier, more feminine, even happier. But—surprise, surprise—looking exclusively at weight or BMI (body mass index) as a measure of body…
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Progressive Training on obé: Workout Programs by Fitness Goal
Learn more: Progressive Training on obé: Workout Programs by Fitness GoalYou’ve set your fitness goals, signed up for obé, and have a workout space ready on deck. With a library of 10,000+ on-demand classes for every style and level, you have plenty of classes to choose from to start your workout journey. The only question is: Which workouts are right for you? Cue progressive training…
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No, You Can’t Tone Muscles—the Surprising Myth, Revealed
Learn more: No, You Can’t Tone Muscles—the Surprising Myth, RevealedHow many of us secretly (or not so secretly!) wish for our workout routines to deliver those picture-perfect ‘toned’ arms, ‘toned’ abs, and ‘toned’ legs? We gawk over fitness influencers and Pilates girlies with long, lean lines, searching for fitness classes that promise to tone muscles and ‘tighten’ our physiques. The only problem is that…
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5 Crazy Facts You Didn’t Know About Women’s Fitness History
Learn more: 5 Crazy Facts You Didn’t Know About Women’s Fitness HistoryHead to any group fitness class (extra points if it’s Pilates), unroll your mat in any Yoga studio, go for a walk in any park, and one thing is certain: you’re going to see women. And lots of them. For many of them, working out is an essential pillar of self-care. And if not, it’s…
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Flexibility vs. Mobility: Which One Matters More?
Learn more: Flexibility vs. Mobility: Which One Matters More?Fitness trends often lean into the “more is more” mentality (usually to sell you something!). As sports science advances, we’re learning that burnout is real—and that moderation is the key to longevity. No matter where one finds themselves in their fitness journey, developing more flexibility and mobility is a common underlying goal. Understanding flexibility vs.…
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Postnatal Training: The Workout Program for Every Mama
Learn more: Postnatal Training: The Workout Program for Every MamaWhen it comes to working out post-baby, most new moms have a lot of questions. Is there a right time to start—and how long should you wait to recover? What types of exercises and classes are safe? Should you focus on cardio or strength? And how much exercise is enough (if you even have the…
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7 Reasons to Try obé Personal Training (Like, Right Now)
Learn more: 7 Reasons to Try obé Personal Training (Like, Right Now)Something’s missing. You know you’re supposed to work out. If not for the physical and mental health benefits, then at least to feel confident in your skin. You’ve invested in a cute pair of dumbbells, a fancy mat, and have a nice, vibey space for your at-home workouts. Thousands of super fun obé classes are…
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The 101 on Weight-Loss Medication, According to an Endocrinologist
Learn more: The 101 on Weight-Loss Medication, According to an EndocrinologistNewsflash: the GLP-1 weight loss medication train isn’t going anywhere. A hot topic of conversation amongst everyone in the health and wellness space, it remains both coveted and a little taboo, sought after but hard to access, impressive but not fully understood. In the past year, it has continued to pop up on our social…
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Let’s Talk the Cycle Syncing Method, Hormones, and Exercise with Alisa Vitti
Learn more: Let’s Talk the Cycle Syncing Method, Hormones, and Exercise with Alisa VittiIt’s not just hype, it’s a paradigm shift. Cycle Syncing, a method guiding you to make self-care choices around the hormonal fluctuations of your hormonal cycle, has been making waves in the world of women’s health and fitness—and for good reason. The Cycle Syncing ® Method is the beginning of a crucial conversation among women,…
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Ask obé: Why Am I Gaining Weight While Working Out?
Learn more: Ask obé: Why Am I Gaining Weight While Working Out?Sometimes, sticking to your workouts feels like an uphill battle. You’re showing up to class, moving your body consistently, and doing everything you’re supposed to do. But despite going by the book and staying disciplined, you notice yourself gaining weight while working out instead of stabilizing or losing it. What gives? First of all, you’re…
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Q&A: Why Are Strength Training Exercises So Important?
Learn more: Q&A: Why Are Strength Training Exercises So Important?Here at obé, we know that strength training exercises are non-negotiable for anyone. Not only do they make you feel strong, capable, and—dare we say—like superwoman, but they’re also extremely beneficial for the overall health of your body. Any woman who isn’t incorporating them in her movement routine is losing out on meaningful boosts to…
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Prenatal Training: obé’s First-ever Pregnancy Workout Program
Learn more: Prenatal Training: obé’s First-ever Pregnancy Workout Program‘Is it safe to work out pregnant,’ ‘Scared to exercise while pregnant,’ ‘Does exercise cause miscarriage.’ These are just some of the suggested searches that pop up on Google when looking up pregnancy workouts. Between receiving contradictory information, fearing harm, navigating physical changes, plus limited available education and resources—it’s no wonder why most avoid it…
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7 Reasons Why obé Is the Best Fitness Platform for Women
Learn more: 7 Reasons Why obé Is the Best Fitness Platform for WomenNot knowing where to start, thinking fitness is all-or-nothing, falling prey to diet culture, juggling endless responsibilities, struggling to find the best workouts for women, aspiring to unrealistic beauty ideals… Women deal with so many obstacles in fitness that we often don’t move at all. And that’s becoming a problem because living a sedentary lifestyle…
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Emotional Regulation and Exercise: How to Use Mood Support on obé
Learn more: Emotional Regulation and Exercise: How to Use Mood Support on obéThe physical perks of fitness don’t often need to be explained. A leaner physique, strong arms, noticeable abs, and better body composition are benefits we know can come from consistent exercise. But one thing we don’t talk about enough—even though it’s arguably more important? The relationships between exercise and emotional regulation (aka your ability to…
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KO Your Fitness Goals: 3 Reasons Everyone Should Try Boxing Workouts
Learn more: KO Your Fitness Goals: 3 Reasons Everyone Should Try Boxing WorkoutsIn today’s fitness landscape, we’re spoiled with choices. From Barre to Power and Yoga Sculpt, you can find everything under the sun—especially on obé. But one standout modality that’s captured my heart and can capture yours too, regardless of your fitness level or background, is boxing. For me, it’s always been so much more than…
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Does Wall Pilates Work? Your Definitive Guide from a Pilates Expert
Learn more: Does Wall Pilates Work? Your Definitive Guide from a Pilates ExpertIt’s no secret that we’re all in our Pilates era. But in the past few months, something new has dropped onto the radar. Social media ads promoting Wall Pilates—or some form of a 28-day Wall Pilates challenge—have become prolific. These trendy videos usually feature an already fit woman doing Pilates moves with her legs against…
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The Dos and Dont’s of Working Out With an Injury
Learn more: The Dos and Dont’s of Working Out With an InjuryTreating an injury can be as simple as putting a bandaid on a boo-boo or as complex as multiple trips to the hospital. In the fitness world, most injuries are related to joint health and muscle function, with most treatment methods usually looking something like an ice pack and time off. But what exactly are…
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Cardio vs. Strength Training: What’s the Right Balance?
Learn more: Cardio vs. Strength Training: What’s the Right Balance?It’s an age-old fitness question. Which one’s “better” for me—cardio vs. strength training? Both workout types come with impressive (and distinct) benefits, but there’s often a misguided divide between the two. The truth is that you need both forms to supercharge your health. Yes, it’s perfectly natural to prefer one form of movement to the…
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How to Use obé: 4 Features That Will Level up Your Fitness Journey
Learn more: How to Use obé: 4 Features That Will Level up Your Fitness JourneyOne thing you need to know now: obé isn’t just another live and on-demand fitness platform. If you’re the type of person who loves to choose your own adventure and knows what you’re looking for, we got you. But if you’re newer to your fitness journey, trying to figure out what’s right for your body…
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Active Recovery—Why It Can Matter More Than Your Workout
Learn more: Active Recovery—Why It Can Matter More Than Your WorkoutWhen it comes to fitness, there’s one thing a lot of us get wrong. If you’re looking to see and feel results (think: changing your body composition, being able to lift heavier, running faster for longer), the work isn’t in the workout. It’s in the active recovery. Wait a minute—what? Doesn’t our fitness progress stem…
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7 Expert-Backed Benefits of Postnatal Fitness
Learn more: 7 Expert-Backed Benefits of Postnatal FitnessAs a new mom, you’ve just accomplished quite a feat: bringing new life into the world. Without a doubt, you need *all* the R&R—at least as much as you can get with a newborn at home! At some point, though, you may start to feel the itch to get active again. Of course, the progress…
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The 12-3-30 Workout: What Is It—and Does It Work?
Learn more: The 12-3-30 Workout: What Is It—and Does It Work?If you’ve spent any time on TikTok or Instagram the past year, you already know. The 12-3-30 workout—fueled by an “if you know, you know” mentality—has taken social media by storm. But what does the string of numbers actually mean and what is this workout good for? We’re breaking it down once and for all…
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5 Myths (And Truths!) About Pregnancy Core Workouts
Learn more: 5 Myths (And Truths!) About Pregnancy Core WorkoutsSo, you’re feeling good enough to exercise during pregnancy, and want to reap the benefits for both you and baby. But, as a mom-to-be, there’s one thing you’ve probably been keeping out of your routine: pregnancy core workouts. If you’re wondering whether you should work your core throughout your pregnancy, you’re not alone. There are…
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Not Seeing Fitness Results? It’s Time to Try Progressive Overload
Learn more: Not Seeing Fitness Results? It’s Time to Try Progressive OverloadYou (tirelessly) rise morning after morning for your workouts. Yet, despite your persistence, your muscles remain stubbornly stagnant. Nothing is changing. If you’ve experienced this frustrating loop before, you’re not alone. From pro athletes to those just beginning to work out, it happens to everyone. The reason: you’re probably not including enough (if any!) progressive…
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The 5 Heart Rate Zones, Explained—Plus Aerobic vs. Anaerobic Fitness
Learn more: The 5 Heart Rate Zones, Explained—Plus Aerobic vs. Anaerobic FitnessIs all cardio exercise created equally? Most of us know that cardio does wonders for your heart and cardiovascular system. But is panting for air and doing sprints a necessity to max out the benefits—or are casual workouts good enough? And what’s the difference between aerobic and anaerobic cardio? The key to understanding the spectrum…
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Pelvic Floor Exercises: Why Every Woman *Needs* to Do Them
Learn more: Pelvic Floor Exercises: Why Every Woman *Needs* to Do ThemIt’s one of those things we don’t really talk about. At least, not until a pregnancy comes up—or something goes wrong. Like menstruation, sexual health, or infertility, pelvic floor health is a crucial topic that’s historically been considered taboo. Whether it’s due to a lack of education, culturally-bred shame about women’s bodies, stigma, or perpetuated…
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3 Pillars of Longevity, According to a Doctor—And How Exercise Helps
Learn more: 3 Pillars of Longevity, According to a Doctor—And How Exercise HelpsWhen it comes to working out, we all have our own “why.” Maybe we want to feel more energized, support our mental health, get strong, change our body composition, or manage our weight. Some of us are motivated by training for specific goals, like running a marathon or an adventurous hike. But one thing most…
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6 Ways to Improve Your Body Literacy with obé
Learn more: 6 Ways to Improve Your Body Literacy with obé“Listen to your body. Self-care is not selfish. Let go of what no longer serves you. You do you.” If these mantras sound familiar, it’s because we’ve become inundated with the idea that simply listening to our bodies is the key to self-love and compassion. The only problem? We don’t often know what to listen…
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What Counts as Exercise? These 5 Everyday Activities Fit the Bill
Learn more: What Counts as Exercise? These 5 Everyday Activities Fit the BillWhat comes to mind when you think of exercise? Maybe it’s a structured workout class on your mat. Perhaps you’re lifting some dumbbells, getting ready to do a plank, or putting on ankle weights for a glute-burning session. Errands like washing the dishes, cleaning up after the kids, or carrying groceries probably don’t come to…
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4 obé Workout Programs to Try If You’re Using GLP-1s
Learn more: 4 obé Workout Programs to Try If You’re Using GLP-1sHere’s the deal: Any time you experience rapid weight loss—whether that’s due to diet change, GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Ryblesus, and Mounjaro, or another condition—fat isn’t the only thing coming off. Usually, we lose all parts of our body composition, including muscle mass, in equal ratio. And sometimes, as has been observed with some…
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WTF Is Prehab—and Why Do I Need It?
Learn more: WTF Is Prehab—and Why Do I Need It?When it comes to workout or sports injuries, most of us know the deal with rehab (or rehabilitation). But what about prehab—aka prehabilitation? Unlike rehab, which only comes after an injury to aid with recovery, prehab focuses on activating joints and muscles to prevent injury in the first place. Kind of like physical therapy before…
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Why Your Blood Sugar Level Is Important (And How Exercise + Diet Help)
Learn more: Why Your Blood Sugar Level Is Important (And How Exercise + Diet Help)Imagine it’s Sunday, the ultimate day for indulgence and relaxation. You’re all set for a fabulous “Netflix and chill” session with your carefully curated queue and a tempting stash of treats at your fingertips (donuts for me). You’re ready to unwind and treat yourself to some well-deserved R&R. Little do you know, your blood sugar…
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Exercise, PMS, and Period Pain: What’s the Deal?
Learn more: Exercise, PMS, and Period Pain: What’s the Deal?You’re wearing sweats, have a cookie or Ben & Jerry’s pint within reach, and are slowly sinking into the couch with your favorite show on TV. Whether it’s the PMS (premenstrual syndrome) dragging you down or another pang of period pain, you and your body just aren’t on the same wavelength. Moody, crampy, bloated, or…
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PSA: Cellulite Is Not a Bad Thing—Here’s Why
Learn more: PSA: Cellulite Is Not a Bad Thing—Here’s WhyIf you have cellulite and have felt self-conscious about it, join the party. Thanks to more than a few unrealistic beauty standards, society and culture have taught us cellulite is bad. Just think about the excessive use of Photoshop in every ad and commercial we see covering it up for the sake of smooth, airbrushed…
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Here’s What Happens to Your Body on Ozempic (And How to Prevent It)
Learn more: Here’s What Happens to Your Body on Ozempic (And How to Prevent It)Like a tidal wave, the word “Ozempic” has suddenly permeated our everyday. Once known only among those this medication intended to serve—type 2 diabetics—it’s now a resident of the pop culture lexicon. We’re searching for it 1,220,000 times a month on Google (up nearly 400% from last year), tracking its use among Hollywood stars, writing…
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Matching Your Workouts to Your Cycle: A Crash Course
Learn more: Matching Your Workouts to Your Cycle: A Crash CourseCycle-syncing your workouts can be a great tool to help your navigate fitness. Here, your definitive guide—plus an obé Collection to follow.
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Why Everybody Needs to Walk for Exercise
Learn more: Why Everybody Needs to Walk for ExerciseLearn five benefits of walking that make it a must for anyone’s fitness routine—no matter your skill level.
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How to Reduce Anxiety with Movement (and the Science Behind It)
Learn more: How to Reduce Anxiety with Movement (and the Science Behind It)Learn how movement works to reduce anxiety—and what can you do if anxious thoughts are in the way of you getting started.
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Cycle Tracking Q&A: Movement, Nutrition, and Lifestyle on Your Cycle
Learn more: Cycle Tracking Q&A: Movement, Nutrition, and Lifestyle on Your CycleLearn how Melanie P. uses the cycle syncing method to inform her movement, nutrition, and lifestyle choices throughout the month.
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6 New Pieces of Fitness Equipment You Have to Try
Learn more: 6 New Pieces of Fitness Equipment You Have to TryPlaying 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 more: When to Take a Rest Day—and When to Push ThroughWhat’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 more: Training vs. Working Out—Yes, There Is a Difference!By 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 Workouts to Strengthen Your Body and Prevent Pain
Learn more: Back Workouts to Strengthen Your Body and Prevent PainSay it with us: Don’t skip your back workouts. 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 more: 5 Reasons to Start Strength Training For WomenWhether 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 more: Hips Don’t Lie: Hip Stretches + Exercises to Make Them Feel BetterWhether 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 more: 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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We Should All Be Stretching More Often—Here’s Why
Learn more: We Should All Be Stretching More Often—Here’s WhyLet’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 more: Why Faster is Not Always Better in FitnessTo 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 more: Workout Equipment Swaps You Have to Try at HomeSo 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 more: 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 on the Live Schedule and 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…
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Run, Cross-Train, Repeat: Tips to Tackle Your Race
Learn more: Run, Cross-Train, Repeat: Tips to Tackle Your RaceYou 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 more: Ride With obé: Our Top Cycling Tips + Bike RecommendationsWhether 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 more: Follow the Beat: How Workout Music Powers You UpEver 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 more: Why Rebounding Is the Best Workout You’re Not DoingLet’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 more: 3 Tips for Taking Outdoor Workouts with obé ☀️The 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 more: Workout Splits, Defined—And Why We Love ThemLet’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.