fitness classes

Fitness
Do You Really Get a ‘Better’ Workout With Lagree Than With Pilates?
Country singer Kelsea Ballerini swears by both methods—but what’s the difference between them?
By Megan Falk, CPT

Yoga
8 Little Things Yoga Instructors Really Wish You’d Stop Doing in Class
Sorry, but Savasana isn’t your cue to slip out.
By Jennifer Heimlich

Fitness
Step Workouts Are Suddenly Cool Again—And the Benefits Go Way Beyond Cardio
The iconic ’80s fitness fad got a modern makeover and TikTok is super into it.
By Jennifer Heimlich

Tone it down
10 Fitness Class Rules Every Newbie (and Regular!) Should Know
“On time” isn’t exactly what you think.
By Shauna Harrison, Ph.D.
Fitness
3 Fitness Class Red Flags You Should Never Ignore
A bad experience can ruin your relationship with exercise—or lead to an injury.
By Shauna Harrison, Ph.D.
Fitness
If You’re Stuck in a Fitness Rut, Might I Suggest Water Aerobics?
You’ll get in a great workout—among some other surprising benefits.
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.
Fitness
8 Phrases Literally Every Fitness Instructor Needs to Stop Saying
Language matters.
By Shauna Harrison, Ph.D.
Fitness
10 Things to Know Before You Take Your First Pilates Class
Now's the time to give it a try.
By Emily Abbate, C.P.T. and Emily Shiffer
Fitness
Mindy Kaling Finally Discovered the Joy of Working Out. This is How.
Here's what she looks for in a session.
By Pam Moore, MS, C.P.T., OTR/L
Health
13 Physical and Mental Benefits of Doing Pilates
You’ll want to give it a try, stat.
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.
Fitness
25 Fitness Truths I’ve Learned After Teaching for 25 Years
Many can apply to those taking the classes too.
By Shauna Harrison, Ph.D.
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
How Safe Is It Really to Go to an Outdoor Fitness Class Right Now?
Here’s what to know before you sign up.
By Tiffany Ayuda
Fitness
Do You Really Need Padded Bike Shorts for Your Cycling Class?
Find out if you need to go shopping before SoulCycle.
By Cassie Shortsleeve
Fitness
5 Workout Tips You’ll Only Get From a Group Fitness Instructor
Classes can be awkward—but they don’t have to be.
By Elizabeth Millard, CPT, RYT
Fitness
8 Things You Should Know Before Your First Orangetheory Class
The nitty-gritty about these tough but fun workouts.
By Alexa Tucker
Fitness
My 8 Favorite Hacks to Take Group Fitness Classes Without Paying Full Price
Save some cash with these simple strategies.
By Alexa Tucker
Yoga
New to Yoga? 12 Things to Know Before Taking Your First Class
Educate yourself beforehand with these expert tips.
By Jenny McCoy, C.P.T.
Fitness
I Tried 9 Unique Workout Classes to Break Out of My Fitness Rut
I felt uncomfortable and accomplished.
By Julia Sullivan
This Week in Wellness
Athleta Is Hosting Free Meditation Classes All Week Long
Plus more from This Week in Wellness.
By Rachel Jacoby Zoldan
Fitness
STRONG by Zumba's New Master Trainer Is Celeb Fitness Pro Jeanette Jenkins
STRONG by Zumba fans, meet your new coach.
By Meg Lappe, C.P.T.