Fitness

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…

How to Use obé: 4 Features That Will Level up Your Fitness Journey

One 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…

Active Recovery—Why It Can Matter More Than Your Workout

When 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…

7 Expert-Backed Benefits of Postnatal Fitness

As 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…

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…

5 Myths (And Truths!) About Pregnancy Core Workouts

So, 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…

Not Seeing Fitness Results? It’s Time to Try Progressive Overload

You (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…

The 5 Heart Rate Zones, Explained—Plus Aerobic vs. Anaerobic Fitness

Is 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…

Pelvic Floor Exercises: Why Every Woman Needs to Do Them

It’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…

3 Pillars of Longevity, According to a Doctor—And How Exercise Helps

When 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…

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…

What Counts as Exercise? These 5 Everyday Activities Fit the Bill

What 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…

4 obé Workout Programs to Try If You’re Using GLP-1s

Here’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…

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…

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…

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…

PSA: Cellulite Is Not a Bad Thing—Here’s Why

If 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…

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…

Matching Your Workouts to Your Cycle: A Crash Course

Cycle-syncing your workouts can be a great tool to help your navigate fitness. Here, your definitive guide—plus an obé Collection to follow.

Why Everybody Needs to Walk for Exercise

Learn five benefits of walking that make it a must for anyone’s fitness routine—no matter your skill level.

Workouts not working? It’s not your fault

Workouts not working?
It’s not your fault