Fitness

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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,…

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,…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

9 Different Types of Yoga Classes on obé, Explained

Ready to reap the mind-body benefits of yoga at home? You’re in the right place. At obé, we offer a number of different types of yoga, from restorative yoga to yoga sculpt. But if you’re new to the practice, choosing the right type of yoga for you might feel as overwhelming as trying camel pose in your…

Meet obé Audio Workouts: Walk, Run, Meditate, or Hit the Gym

So you’re ready for something new. Maybe it’s taking up daily walks, leveling up your running game, meditating before bed, or just hitting the gym with no distractions. Whatever your routine is missing—audio workouts are officially here to guide you every step of the way. That means you can now walk, run, meditate, and take…

Jumping for Fitness: Everything to Know About Our New Class Type

Short on time but need a cardio fix, ASAP? Grab a jump rope and start jumping! Our newest class type—Jump—is a high-intensity, low-impact cardio workout that will boost your endurance and leave you glistening with sweat in just 10 minutes (or less)! Perfect as a fiery warm up, a companion to strength classes (or the Gym…

Meet the Functional Strength Training Program: Gym Strong

Ready to get strong AF? Our new functional strength training program—Gym Strong—was made for you. Designed to build endurance, improve mobility, level up your strength game, and empower you to navigate the gym with ease, this first-of-its-kind training program is unlike any other on the obé platform (or anything else out there). Led by our…

Take a Ride: Everything You Need to Know About Indoor Cycling on obé

Hey, obé fam: It’s time to Ride. Ride is our newest high-intensity yet low-impact cardio class—and like everything else we do, it’s the way we take on indoor cycling on obé that sets it apart. Ride will have obé’s distinct look, feel, and sound, and we’re so excited to bring it to the fam. What sets Ride apart? Rather…

Sweat It Out With Our New Cardio Class, Endurance!

It’s no secret we love a good, sweaty cardio class here at obé. And between our current offerings—Cardio Boxing, Dance Cardio, Dance HIIT, HIIT, Bounce, and Ride—we already have lots of variety for you to choose from to get your heart pumping. But there’s one cardio class type you shouldn’t sleep on: Endurance! Fans of Circuit…

Workout Splits, Defined—And Why We Love Them

Let’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.

Workout Splits, Defined—And Why We Love Them

Let’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.

Workouts not working? It’s not your fault

Workouts not working?
It’s not your fault