Hope everyone is hanging in there amidst these times of uncertainty! These are certainly crazy times we are living in! Can’t wait to tell my unborn children about this one day 😉

Like many other states, Ohio has implemented a “shelter in place” order for the time being. Even though our gyms and activities centers may be shutdown, that doesn’t mean you can’t still get your sweat on!

Let’s be honest, a wrench has been thrown in all of our New Years resolutions and 2020 fitness goals! However, fear not! Many gyms, fitness centers and studios have begun to offer online workout classes. This means you can have access to your favorite workouts without leaving the comfort and safety of your home!

I know right now anxiety is through the roof and as we enter week 2 of quarantine you are likely beginning to go stir crazy. I encourage you to get active whether thats in your living room, back yard or a walk around the block! It’s amazing what some fresh air and endorphins can do for both our physical and mental health right now!

I am sharing links below to several free online fitness out options! If workout videos aren’t your cup of tea, go on a walk or bike ride instead (but P L E A S E keep social distancing). If my extroverted self can refrain from being social, so can you!

1. Orange Theory Fitness: OTF is now uploading new at home 30-minute workout videos daily during this quarantine. I am a member of OTF and was thrilled to hear this! Best part of all? These videos are on Youtube and are available to the public regardless of if you are a member or not!

2. Fitness Blender: I have been using these workout videos since college! There are literally hundreds of workout videos available on their website and also on Youtube! They have workouts for every fitness level ranging in time, style and intensity. I can guarantee whatever you are looking for, they have it!

3. Planet Fitness: Now streaming live workout videos every evening at 7:00pm ET on their Facebook page. Not an evening workout fan? No worries, these workouts are also being uploaded to their Youtube channel!

4. Strong by Zumba: Where are my Zumba lovers at?! Strong by Zumba’s Youtube channel is offering several at-home workouts varying in time from 7-minute, 20-minute and 30-minute classes.

5. 305 Fitness: With locations in New York, DC and Chicago you can now get your cardio dance on at home! 305 Fitness is offering cardio dance live streams twice a day on YouTube. The sessions are held at 12:00pm and 6pm ET.

6. Core Power Yoga: If you’re looking for a little more “zen” in your life, look no further. Core Power Yoga is offering several class options varying in length and format.

7. Pure Barre GO: Don’t even get me started! I live for Pure Barre workouts. PB got me through a large portion of my college career and I am forever indebted to them. Pure Barre is offering FREE live classes daily on their Facebook page. You’ll need to check out their page to see when classes are available in your time zone! There isn’t anything free about Pure Barre so take advantage of this while you can!

8. Barre Fitness: Looking to add more barre into your life? Check out Barre Fitness’ Youtube channel for tons of class options!

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Pro-tip: If you have a Smart TV, Amazon FireStick or an AppleTV, you can access Youtube directly from your TV! This is what I have been doing and it’s much easier than trying to follow along on a laptop or phone screen!

Stay safe, stay healthy and hang in there!

-Ronnie