Virtual Workouts Spiked During The Pandemic — And The Trend Is Sticking Around

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Fitness apps have let a wide range of people tap into their inner exercise aficionado.

It's worth it, Munson says."When you finish one [workout], you're tired, you're sweaty, but you think, 'I can do one more.'" Moving to the beat is addictive, she says, and"so much fun." Also,"there's nobody judging you. I'm home, I can be weird, and that's OK," she says.

Peloton comes with an app subscription and a screen that lets you ride with thousands of others in a virtual spin class with a live coach, but also offers treadmill and other equipment-free exercises. It's not as immersive as VR, but has many of the same elements.is currently $39 per month and the bike is about $2,000. You can find a used one for less, and the company is starting a rental program.

Jessica Davis says that during the pandemic, Peloton "was such a source of comfort and relief." The bike is in her dining room, and she uses it every day because she still works remotely.with others. While it might look like people embracing the virtual exercise world are working out alone, many are making social connections on the Peloton and Supernatural Facebook pages.

 

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