Fitness

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.

Run 5K: Meet the 8-Week Cross-Training Program for All Levels

Whether you’ve always wanted to run more, are ready for more outdoor workouts, or are a seasoned runner looking to boost your pace, Run 5K is made for you.

Cycle Tracking Q&A: Movement, Nutrition, and Lifestyle on Your Cycle

Learn how Melanie P. uses the cycle syncing method to inform her movement, nutrition, and lifestyle choices throughout the month.

6 New Pieces of Fitness Equipment You Have to Try

Playing 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.

When to Take a Rest Day—and When to Push Through

What’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?

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.

Back Workouts to Strengthen Your Body and Prevent Pain

Say 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,…

Step Aerobics, obé Style: Get to Know the Newest Cardio Class

Thought step aerobics were gone for good? Think again. Meet Step, our latest (and long-awaited!) cardio class type. It’s our fresh take on the fitness fad of the ‘80s and ‘90s with the nostalgic touches you love, as well as the efficacy and results you want.

5 Reasons to Start Strength Training For Women

Whether 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.

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Workouts not working? It’s not your fault

Workouts not working?
It’s not your fault