The 34 coolest online workouts that you can do from home during COVID-19

Joel Olson • April 19, 2020

 


 

1. Fitness Blender:  https://www.fitnessblender.com/videos

 

This husband and wife team’s websites contain a plethora of workouts. Workouts contain a total body, strength, pilates, kickboxing. The workouts contain a variety of different options for time, so its something you can use regardless of how much time you have. They also have some paid options for some more custom plans.

 

2. Do Yoga with Me:  https://www.doyogawithme.com/yoga-classes

 

The majority of the classes are filmed outdoors in BC. Do Yoga with me, contains yoga classes for all different levels. It also has options for kids as young as two years old and a section for seniors. Another added feature is they have a lot of yoga videos that target specific areas that you may want to target.

 

3. Orange Theory Fitness:  https://www.orangetheory.com/en-us/athome/

 

This science-based workout around getting your heart rate to go through several different zones to achieve maximum results has “At-Home” workouts that contain cardio and strength training. All of the workouts contain options for household objects you can use for the weight component.

 

4. Upside-Down Pilates:

 

  https://www.youtube.com/user/jefforig/videos

 

Video workouts here contain various pilates workouts for all levels. Workouts are designed for at home, or even when traveling. Many of the workouts are quite short, and there is also some to go with foot injuries.

 

5. HASfit: 

 

https://www.youtube.com/user/KozakSportsPerform

 

This particular workout channel has videos designed for all types of fitness goals. There are great videos for HITT, Dumbell, and also age-specific classes for seniors and teenagers for working out.

 

6. BodyArt:  https://www.bodyart-studios.com/take-class

 

BodyArt was designed by Ryan Daniel Beck, a choreographer, it combines Yoga, Dance, Mindfulness, and Strength Traning. They hold live classes on Facebook at 7amPSt, and Instagram at 4:30Pst for free.

 

7. Rumble:  https://www.instagram.com/p/B92fcZfHPHJ/

 

Rumble, a popular boxing studio, hosts daily Instagram live classes with Cardio and Bodyweight Workouts. Classes vary in times, so best to check their schedule daily.

 

8. Rowhouse:  https://www.facebook.com/rowhousego/

 

Rowhouse is exactly like it sounds. A workout with rowing machines. They are hosting daily facebook lives classes for free. Some workouts require a mat and some small weights.

 

9. Barry’s Bootcamp:  https://www.instagram.com/barrys/

 

The popular fitness gym combines weight training and treadmill work. Daily they are broadcasting Instagram live sessions with trainers from around the world. They have also opened up an online store to allow you to order anything you need to work out from home- most of their classes are bodyweight though.

 

10. Ta Bo Fitness:  www.youtube.com/channel/UCMGIp3jifsoufZv_y8_c1Qg

 

These free workout videos combine cardio and martial arts. The workout claims to burn up to 120 calories per workout and last in length from 30 minutes to one hour.

 

11: 567 Broadway:  https://www.567broadway.com/

 

This is a musical workout to your favorite Broadway shows. All workouts have cardio and strength training and the are currently free on youtube.

 

12. Box and Flow:  https://www.instagram.com/boxandflow/

 

Box and Flow combines boxing and yoga into one workout. They are currently streaming free classes via Instagram Live at various times throughout the day.

 

13. Fhitting Room on Demand:  https://ondemand.fhittingroom.com/

 

The fhitting room offers HITT workouts with strength building through Kettlebells. You can currently receive a free 30 day trial for on-demand workouts.

 

14. Mayweather Boxing and Fitness:  https://mayweather.fit/

 

Currently they are offering free Instagram workouts with cardio and boxing. They also have several ongoing challenges that you can be involved in.

 

15. Spartan Unbreakable:  https://life.spartan.com/tag/be-unbreakable

 

Designed by the Spartan Company responsible for the Spartan Events, they are currently uploading a family workout for every day. The site also has quite a bit of content around fitness, nutrition, and relationships.

 

16. 9Round:  https://www.facebook.com/9RoundOfficial/

 

The popular kickboxing workout offers a Facebook Live streaming workout at 3 pm PST every day.

 

17. MySwimPro:  https://myswimpro.com/

 

MySwimPro has workouts for swimmers to use on dryland and inside of the pool. It’s a downloadable app with other content that can be accessed as well

 

18. Nike Training Club:  https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nike-training-club/id301521403

 

A brand that needs no introduction. The Nike training app is free and has over 185 workouts that you can stream.

 

19. Fly London:  https://www.instagram.com/fly_ldn/?utm_source=ig_embed

 

This London yoga and barre studio offers hip hop yoga classes and sweaty barre classes. Currently, they are streaming their classes on Instagram Live and posting them on YouTube. Sessions last for 45 minutes.

 

20. Sweaty Betty:  http://www.sweatybetty.com/us/free-online-workout-videos

 

Sweaty Betty is a UK-Based Fitness Brand. They have loads of free fitness videos, varying in length and also in type of workouts (yoga, barre, HITT, and boxing).

 

21. Zuzka Light:  https://zuzkalight.com/

 

There is a ton of content here. In the free workout section, you can find bodyweight, kettlebell, HITT, and jump rope workouts. There is also a ton of great content in the form of blogs, and some great custom options.

 

22. Blogilates:  https://www.youtube.com/user/blogilates

 

This streaming channel has Pilate workouts set to music. All workouts are easy for anyone to do, and the channel has many other videos around clean eating and self-esteem that are excellent too.

 

23. The Fitness Marshall:  https://www.youtube.com/user/TheFitnessMarshall

 

The Fitness Marshall workouts are set to popular music. All workouts are short and cardio-based.

 

24. Tone it up:  https://www.youtube.com/user/ToneItUpcom

 

This streaming workout offers toning workouts. All workouts allow you to use household objects and you combine many short ones into a playlist to design a great workout.

 

25. SLT:  https://www.instagram.com/sltnyc/channel/

 

SLT stands for strengthen, lengthen and tone. Currently, they are offering Instagram Live classes for free.

 

26. Aarmy: https://www.instagram.com/aarmy/?hl=en

 

Streaming on Instagram live, these boot camps are not for the faint of heart. They usually have four live classes in the morning.

 

27. FightCamp:  https://joinfightcamp.com/

 

FightCamp is online virtual booking workouts. In addition to working out with online instructors, their app allows your progress to be tracked and improved upon.

 

28. Y7 Studio:  https://www.instagram.com/y7studio/

 

Y7 Studio is a yoga class that is down in the dark to candlelight and hip-hop music. They are currently offering Instagram classes live for all levels.

 

29. Physique57:  https://physique57.com/

 

Physique 57 is offering a free trial to have online access to all their studios. Physique 57 is a barre workout, and all the needed materials are things that you will have access to in your house.

 

30. Johnson and Johnson 7 Minute Workout:  https://apps.apple.com/us/app/j-j-official-7-minute-workout/id784797900

 

Johnson and Johnson has created a free app full of seven-minute workouts that you can get maximum results from.

 

31: SoulCycle’s Off the Bike:  https://soul-cycle.com/news/offthebike

 

Soulcycle is currently offering free Instagram classes that focus on bodyweight, cardio, and mindfulness. No equipment needed.

 

32. “The Class”  https://theclass.com/digitalstudio

 

Taryn Toomey’s workout class combines both plyometric and calisthenics with popular music. There is a mindfulness component, that means it’s a great workout that also helps with stress and anxiety. Currently, there is a two- week free trial.

 

33. Solidcore:  https://www.instagram.com/solidcore/channel/

 

Solidcore is offering free Instagram live classes. The workout combines Pilates, strength training and sliders to take the place of the reformers.

 

34. ConBody:  https://conbody.com/

 

Conbody is a workout developed by Coss Marte – when he was in prison. The workout is designed to be done in small places and uses only bodyweight. You can get a subscription for $9/month.

 

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Don’t Let Collections Derail Your Mortgage Application

By Joel Olson • December 2, 2025
Can You Get a Mortgage If You Have Collections on Your Credit Report? Short answer? Not easily. Long answer? It depends—and it’s more common (and fixable) than you might think. When it comes to applying for a mortgage, your credit report tells lenders a story. Collections—debts that have been passed to a collection agency because they weren’t paid on time—are big red flags in that story. Regardless of how or why they got there, open collections are going to hurt your chances of getting approved. Let’s break this down. What Exactly Is a Collection? A collection appears on your credit report when a bill goes unpaid for long enough that the lender decides to stop chasing you—and hires a collection agency to do it instead. It doesn’t matter whether it was an unpaid phone bill, a forgotten credit card, or a disputed fine: to a lender, it signals risk. And lenders don’t like risk. Why It Matters to Mortgage Lenders? Lenders use your credit report to gauge how trustworthy you are with borrowed money. If they see you haven’t paid a past debt, especially recently, it suggests you might do the same with a new mortgage—and that’s enough to get your application denied. Even small collections can cause problems. A $32 unpaid utility bill might seem insignificant to you, but to a lender, it’s a red flag waving loudly. But What If I Didn’t Know About the Collection? It happens all the time. You move provinces and miss a final utility charge. Your cell provider sends a bill to an old address. Or maybe the collection is showing in error—credit reports aren’t perfect, and mistakes do happen. Regardless of the reason, the responsibility to resolve it still falls on you. Even if it’s an honest oversight or an error, lenders will expect you to clear it up or prove it’s been paid. And What If I Chose Not to Pay It? Some people intentionally leave certain collections unpaid—maybe they disagree with a charge, or feel a fine is unfair. Here are a few common “moral stand” collections: Disputed phone bills COVID-related fines Traffic tickets Unpaid spousal or child support While you might feel justified, lenders don’t take sides. They’re not interested in why a collection exists—only that it hasn’t been dealt with. And if it’s still active, that could be enough to derail your mortgage application. How Can You Find Out What’s On Your Report? Easy. You can check it yourself through services like Equifax or TransUnion, or you can work with a mortgage advisor to go through a full pre-approval. A pre-approval will quickly uncover any credit issues, including collections—giving you a chance to fix them before you apply for a mortgage. What To Do If You Have Collections Verify: Make sure the collection is accurate. Pay or Dispute: Settle the debt or begin a dispute process if it’s an error. Get Proof: Even if your credit report hasn’t updated yet, documentation showing the debt is paid can be enough for some lenders. Work With a Pro: A mortgage advisor can help you build a strategy and connect you with lenders who offer flexible solutions. Collections are common, but they can absolutely block your path to mortgage financing. Whether you knew about them or not, the best approach is to take action early. If you’d like to find out where you stand—or need help navigating your credit report—I’d be happy to help. Let’s make sure your next mortgage application has the best possible chance of approval.
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Finance Your Home Renovations

By Joel Olson • November 18, 2025
If you’re looking to do some home renovations but don’t have all the cash up front to pay for materials and contractors, here are a few ways to use mortgage financing to bring everything together. Existing Home Owners - Mortgage Refinance Probably the most straightforward solution, if you’re an existing homeowner, would be to access home equity through a mortgage refinance. Depending on the terms of your existing mortgage, a mid-term mortgage refinance might make good financial sense; there’s even a chance of lowering your overall cost of borrowing while adding the cost of the renovations to your mortgage. As your financial situation is unique, it never hurts to have the conversation, run the numbers, and look at your options. Let’s talk! If you're not in a huge rush, it might be worth waiting until your existing term is up for renewal. This is a great time to refinance as you won’t incur a penalty to break your existing mortgage. Now, regardless of when you refinance, mid-term or at renewal, you’re able to access up to 80% of the appraised value of your home, assuming you qualify for the increased mortgage amount. Home Equity Line of Credit Instead of talking with a bank about an unsecured line of credit, if you have significant home equity, a home equity line of credit (HELOC) could be a better option for you. An unsecured line of credit usually comes with a pretty high rate. In contrast, a HELOC uses your home as collateral, allowing the lender to give you considerably more favourable terms. There are several different ways to use a HELOC, so if you’d like to talk more about what this could look like for you, connect anytime! Buying a Property - Purchase Plus Improvements If you’re looking to purchase a property that could use some work, some lenders will allow you to add extra money to your mortgage to cover the cost of renovations. This is called a purchase plus improvements. The key thing to keep in mind is that the renovations must increase the value of the property. There is a process to follow and a lot of details to go over, but we can do this together. So if you’d like to discuss using your mortgage to cover the cost of renovating your home, please connect anytime!