Weekend Warrior Yoga with Ted McDonald is for those of us who play hard and work out hard on weekends or any time of the week. This 30-minute class will help you build strength and increase flexibility so you can go out and play hard without getting injured. And, just […]
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The benefits of the cat-cow pose include its ability to restore movement to the “rusty” parts of your back. It is such an easy and beneficial yoga stretch, and AI created a great way to remember it in the image below. The Cat-Cow pose (or Marjaryasana-Bitilasana) is arguably the gold […]
These six simple yoga moves for everyday flexibility will reduce pain, improve your posture, enhance your mobility, reduce injury, and lower your stress. Unlocking Your Body: Simple Yoga Moves for Everyday Flexibility In our fast-paced lives, it’s easy to overlook something as fundamental as flexibility. We sit at desks, rush […]
These 5 tips to help you avoid muscle soreness will get you past today’s workout and get you ready for your next workout. The key to success with any program is consistency and following the schedule. If you are too sore to work out, you won’t be consistent and won’t […]
Yoga can make you a better athlete by improving recovery, mobility, and body awareness – syncing body and mind (proprioception). As keenly aware of how important yoga is for my running, it remains my weak link and something that I have to force myself to do. The post from Page Grossman […]
BODi LAVA Slow Burn is a revolutionary mini-program of five 20-minute slow flow yoga workouts that fuse strength, mobility, and mindfulness. The workouts are intermediate and work well for mobility, flexibility, cardio, and core. The only equipment needed is a mat (optional) and yoga blocks (optional). If you have a BODi […]
You can kick-start your recovery with these 8 cooldown exercises that hasten your recovery and lessen your muscle soreness. It is easy to finish your workout and get right back into what you need to do to get on with your day. But taking the time to do these cooldown […]
When you practice yoga as a family, everyone reaps the benefits of yoga at their own level – from kids, to teens, to adults. But the family is also going to have many additional benefits as they work out either together or individually. Scroll down to learn more about how […]
These stress-relieving yoga poses are from gentle yoga which offers a nurturing and compassionate approach to the body. Scroll down to learn more about them in this article from certified health coach, yoga instructor and fitness nutrition specialist Stepfanie Romine. If you think yoga is all about handstands and contorting […]
The importance of taking a rest day can’t be overstated. It allows the body to recover and restore, and is an integral part of our training. We live in a world that stresses work and productivity, but if you scroll down, you will learn why taking a rest day “is […]
You can create your own programs with the search feature in the BODi workout library and making custom programs just for your schedule. In the image below, I put “cardio” into the search and came up with 1,262. You can narrow that down by changing the duration, fitness level, and […]
Knowing the calorie burn during different exercises is an effective way to stay on top of your calories burned and calories consumed for weight management. Scroll down to learn how many calories you are burning during various exercises. From BODi health and fitness writer Lauren Bedosky, who specializes in running, […]
Yoga Fifty Two is now in the BODi Library. BODi handpicked five world-class certified instructors and created three flexible schedules. You can try or buy Yoga Fifty Two and stream it with no subscription necessary. It is free to try for 14 days and $59.95 to buy it – https://bit.ly/yoga-fifty-two-try-it-or-buy-it. […]
Power yoga improves cardio and strength with its pace and movements, which are more challenging than in a traditional yoga practice. In her article for BODi, Stepfanie Romine explains how programs like BODi LAVA will improve your cardio and strength. I completed the program and it is indeed a challenging […]
The best ways to combine yoga and running are the ones that will enhance your flexibility and speed your recovery. In the article by Brit Yeager in the BODi Blog, she provides some great tips that will improve your running. Yoga and running are like two peas in a pod. Runners […]
These nine morning meditation tips will kickstart your day with focus and energy and create an overall sense of calm and well-being. To learn what they are, scroll down to read this post from Cemile Kavountzis in the BODi Blog. Your alarm goes off and your mind immediately revs […]
National Self-Care Day is observed annually on April 5th in the United States, and International Self-Care Day is July 24th. With all of the uncertainty that we are facing now with the economy, I decided to partner with Talkspace – the #1 rated online therapy company to provide self-care when you […]
These 9 stretches to relieve lower back pain and hip pain are yoga poses for anyone who has ever felt a twinge of back pain. This is Sarah Stevenson’s second blog post after she saw how helpful her first blog post, “9 Yoga Poses for Lower Back Pain” was. These […]
Active recovery is engaging in non-strenuous movements such as walking, active stretching, yoga, and light cycling to increase blood flow and warm the muscles, helping reduce blood lactate. To learn more about the benefits of active recovery, scroll down to read this article from Stepfanie Romine. When it comes to […]
Here are 8 ways to cope with the holiday stress that we are all feeling right now with ways to practice self-care. Scroll down to read this BODi Blog post from Cemile Kavountzis Let’s be honest — ’tis the season to feel a bit stressed out. The holidays are a joyous […]
If you are walking for weight loss you have definitely chosen an ideal form of movement to do it with options to make your workouts even more successful. To learn more, scroll down to read this article from Maia Appleby and Paige Smith Yes, walking can help with weight loss — especially if your […]
Here are some tips for when you can’t sleep after an evening workout. Follow these tips to cool down, power down and get to sleep. From a BODi Blog post by Lauren Bedosky. You planned to exercise earlier in the day, but life got in the way. Now you finally […]
It’s important to know that all of the BODi products work together in an ecosystem and have a place in your fitness and health journey. Let’s find out how. You may think you know what BODi/Beachbody is all about — “It’s that company that sells exercise programs and supplements, like P90X and 21 Day Fix, and Shakeology, […]
The benefits of deep sleep are felt throughout our day and in ways that we don’t even realize like helping our muscles and minds recover. Scroll down to read this BODi Blog post from Cemile Kavountzis. Sleeping is like eating: It’s essential to our survival, and starving yourself of sleep […]
These 5 simple ways to increase your flexibility can help to improve mobility by decreasing muscle tension and increasing blood flow to your muscles. Scroll down to read the flexibility post from Brit Yeager in The BODi Blog. Stretching can help to improve flexibility and mobility by decreasing muscle tension, increasing blood flow to […]
CHOP WOOD CARRY WATER is a new program from Amoila Cesar that gets you grounded and strong, and masters the primal movements. If you want your body to respond to whatever your mind can imagine, you need to get grounded, get strong, and master the primal movements. Super Trainer Amoila Cesar brought […]
Do sore muscles mean that you did a good workout? In a word, no. There’s no evidence to suggest any link between soreness and workout quality. Find out why in this BODi Blog post from Lauren Bedosky. When you’re a fitness junkie, sore muscles may feel like a badge of honor. […]
Getting started with fitness after 50 can be daunting but one factor you should never doubt, though, is that it’s worth it. Despite the cute sayings about how 50 is the new 30, there are plenty of distinctive changes that come with the big 5-0 that make it both challenging […]
These yoga poses for lower back pain can help ward off this pain, increase mobility, and decrease your chances of serious injury in the lower region of your body. Sarah Stevenson has 9 poses for tight hips, which can be debilitating. When things aren’t working right down there, even sitting […]
Sound meditation with Scarlett de la Torre is a 7 day streaming program from BODi. It is a way to relieve stress and disconnect before sleep. Scroll down to read this post shared from the Beachbody On Demand Blog It’s no surprise that many of us are feeling more anxious […]
Starting to work out again can be daunting, especially if it is after an injury or illness but these 8 tips will get you started and keep you going. Scroll down to read the rest of this post from Kate Bayless in the Beachbody On Demand Blog. No matter how dedicated […]
Rest days and active recovery days, while they’re similar, rest is a component of recovery in the same way REM is a part of sleep—they’re not the same thing at all. Scroll down to read the rest of this post by Jon Luman from the Beachbody On Demand Blog. “You don’t […]
Yoga benefits are backed by science and it dates back millennia. This mind-body practice improves balance, flexibility, strength, sleep, and energy levels. When it comes to yoga, the answer is (almost always) yes. Yes, yoga “works.” Yes, yoga is actually a good workout. Yes, yoga can help with weight loss. Yes, you can do yoga! It […]
Yoga poses after your run can be very beneficial. Yoga and running make a perfect pair because yoga helps break up the repetitive motions of running that often lead to muscle imbalances, pain, and even injury. Running is a great cardio workout that can help you lose weight, keep your ticker strong, […]
Openfit workouts are now on BOD so get ready to dial up your fitness game and press play on over 1,300 new workouts and 21 new programs. Mix Things Up With Openfit Workouts on BOD and BODi Your all-in-one destination for fitness, nutrition, and wellness just expanded in a major […]
Stretching is underrated. Sure, it may not torch calories or build muscle — but a good stretch can benefit your fitness routine in so many ways. Stretching can improve mobility and flexibility, prepare your muscles for exercise, help with recovery after a workout, and reduce your risk of injury. And […]
If you’re looking to get started with meditation, it helps to have a designated area for practicing calming meditation. When you’re juggling work deadlines, family obligations, and a stressful news cycle, it’s important to create a calming headspace to counteract the chaos. Research suggests a meditation practice is associated with “a myriad of health […]
With just 10 minutes of meditation a day, you can reap the benefits of a mindfulness practice, like more relaxation, calm and less anxiety. Do you want to lose weight, build muscle, or feel more fit? Join Beachbody On Demand, and get access to Beachbody’s world-famous programs, including 21 Day FIX®, […]
Unstress: 21 Days of Meditation for Relaxation, Calm, and Less Anxiety helps melt away stress and anxiety, uplift your spirits, improve your sleep, and unclutter your mind. Imagine a life where, instead of feeling anxious, rushed, tense, and worried, you feel relaxed, calm, and in control all day long. Sound […]
Stress can leave you feeling tense, negative, and worried, but spending just a few minutes a day in meditation can relieve the pressure and help you calm down, focus on the positive, and come back into balance. That’s where the Relaxation & Meditation channel comes in. The world can be […]
July 22, 2020 | BY: Isabelle Daikeler To meditate every day, you don’t need a complicated method. You don’t need an elaborate breathing technique. You don’t need an unpronounceable mantra. Believe it or not, I can teach you how to meditate in less than a minute. Instead, just look up at the […]
From the Beachbody On Demand Blog October 11, 2017 | BY: Rachael Schultz and Kristy Alpert Crush your daily INSANITY or P90X workout, and the pounds will melt off. But that doesn’t mean gentler workouts, such as yoga, can’t help you lose pounds, too. The Beachbody 5-Day Yoga Body […]
If you love yoga or have always wanted to try it, we’ve made it easier than ever to find the class that’s best for you. The Beachbody Yoga Studio in Beachbody On Demand brings together all of our yoga classes from our Super Trainers and Yoga Experts. This is the […]
Want to try yoga but too intimidated by the complicated poses? Or, do you think you’re simply not flexible enough to contort yourself into a pretzel? Then, you’re going to love 3 Week Yoga Retreat, exclusively to Beachbody On Demand. 3 Week Yoga Retreat is perfect if you’re new to […]
“I’m not flexible enough to do yoga.†You’ve heard that one before. You might have even said it yourself. Well, I’m here to tell you that your inflexibility actually makes it easier to feel the stretch – which is what we are going for in yoga class! Think about […]
Honestly if I am doing another Beachbody workout program in between rounds of P90X, I don’t think much about the order of the P90X workouts. I auto schedule them in WOWY and whatever comes up in the first week is what it is. Today, when I saw that it […]
I remember years ago driving in downtown Albuquerque and seeing a storefront yoga studio with about 50 women all seemingly dressed in pink doing yoga and thinking never in a million years would I do yoga. Then I did Yoga X and realized what a tough workout it is! […]
So many people tend to look at stretching with dread. But as Tony Horton says in his P90X Yoga X disc, he does the things he can do at his age, not because of pull-ups but because of yoga. He knows that gaining flexibility is an important key […]