Pick an app to keep moving through the winter
It’s a hibernation season like no other: It’s colder and darker, and you’re still inside. Here are some ideas to get you out of the house, or at least off the couch for a bit.
Running Audio Guides: If you need a new boost to get back outside, or back on the treadmill, try an app like Nike Run Club or Asics Studio that offers free, guided runs. These are usually accompanied by music and a coach supplying instruction and motivation. Both apps have runs for beginners and advanced runners looking for speed workouts or intervals. Indoor Biking Apps: Miss biking outdoors and not looking to buy a stationary bike? You can purchase bike rollers or an indoor bike trainer, allowing you to ride your outdoor bike indoors. Rouvy has virtual routes like riding the Ironman Australia route.You can also join a virtual world and ride with Zwift, with “live” rides in which you can join athletes from across the globe. Rouvy charges $12 per month; Zwift, $14.99 per month.
Yoga With Adriene: If you are looking for a no-frills yoga class that feels like it’s tailored to you, look no further than Yoga with Adriene, from Adriene Mishler. On YouTube, Mishler has created free yoga for writers and yoga for chefs, yoga for runners and yoga for travelers, yoga for equestrians and yoga for surfers, and a recent video titled “Yoga for When You Feel Dead Inside.” Peloton – With or Without Equipment: Sure, you’ve heard of Peloton’s bike and treadmill. But the company also has a slate of classes and programs on its app for those looking to stay in shape at home without a big investment in hardware. The app offers a $12.99 monthly digital membership. Boutique Classes: The Obé Fitness app has numerous classes on demand, from Pilates and dance classes, cardio boxing, yoga sculpt, barre and strength. The app offers annual subscriptions ($199) and monthly ones ($27).
Have a Workout Type in Mind? Turn to YouTube: Whether it’s a 10-minute core workout, a 15-minute prenatal stretching routine or a 30minute body-weight class – you can find free workouts on YouTube.