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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First-Time Buyer? Here’s How to Tell If You’re Ready

By Joel Olson • February 3, 2026
Ready to Buy Your First Home? Here’s How to Know for Sure Buying your first home is exciting—but it’s also a major financial decision. So how can you tell if you’re truly ready to take that leap into homeownership? Whether you’re confident or still unsure, these four signs are solid indicators that you’re on the right path: 1. You’ve Got Your Down Payment and Closing Costs in Place To purchase a home in Canada, you’ll need at least 5% of the purchase price as a down payment. In addition, plan for around 1.5% to 2% of the home’s value to cover closing costs like legal fees, insurance, and adjustments. If you’ve managed to save this on your own, that’s a great sign of financial discipline. If you're receiving help from a family member through a gifted down payment , that works too—as long as the paperwork is in order. Either way, having these funds ready shows you’re prepared for the upfront costs of homeownership. 2. Your Credit Profile Tells a Good Story Lenders want to know how you manage debt. Before they approve you for a mortgage, they’ll review your credit history. What they typically like to see: At least two active credit accounts (trade lines) , like a credit card or loan Each with a minimum limit of $2,000 Open and active for at least 2 years Even if your credit isn’t perfect, don’t panic. There may still be options, such as using a co-signer or working on a credit improvement plan with a mortgage expert. 3. Your Income Can Support Homeownership—Comfortably A steady income is essential, but not all income is treated equally. If you’re full-time and past probation , you’re in a strong position. If you’re self-employed, on contract, or rely on variable income like tips or commissions, you’ll generally need a two-year history to qualify. A general rule: housing costs (mortgage, taxes, utilities) should stay under 35% of your gross monthly income . That leaves plenty of room for other living expenses, savings, and—yes—some fun too. 4. You’ve Talked to a Mortgage Professional Let’s be real—there’s a lot of info out there about buying a home. Google searches and TikToks can only take you so far. If you're serious about buying, speaking with a mortgage professional is the most effective next step. Why? Because you'll: Get pre-approved (and know what price range you're working with) Understand your loan options and the qualification process Build a game plan that suits your timeline and financial goals The Bottom Line: Being “ready” to buy a home isn’t just about how much you want it—it’s about being financially prepared, credit-ready, and backed by expert advice. If you’re thinking about homeownership, let’s chat. I’d love to help you understand your options, crunch the numbers, and build a plan that gets you confidently across the finish line—keys in hand.

Bank of Canada Rate Announcement Jan 28th, 2026

By Joel Olson • January 28, 2026
Bank of Canada maintains policy rate at 2¼%. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Relations Ottawa, Ontario January 28, 2026 The Bank of Canada today held its target for the overnight rate at 2.25%, with the Bank Rate at 2.5% and the deposit rate at 2.20%. The outlook for the global and Canadian economies is little changed relative to the projection in the October Monetary Policy Report (MPR). However, the outlook is vulnerable to unpredictable US trade policies and geopolitical risks. Economic growth in the United States continues to outpace expectations and is projected to remain solid, driven by AI-related investment and consumer spending. Tariffs are pushing up US inflation, although their effect is expected to fade gradually later this year. In the euro area, growth has been supported by activity in service sectors and will get additional support from fiscal policy. China’s GDP growth is expected to slow gradually, as weakening domestic demand offsets strength in exports. Overall, the Bank expects global growth to average about 3% over the projection horizon. Global financial conditions have remained accommodative overall. Recent weakness in the US dollar has pushed the Canadian dollar above 72 cents, roughly where it had been since the October MPR. Oil prices have been fluctuating in response to geopolitical events and, going forward, are assumed to be slightly below the levels in the October report. US trade restrictions and uncertainty continue to disrupt growth in Canada. After a strong third quarter, GDP growth in the fourth quarter likely stalled. Exports continue to be buffeted by US tariffs, while domestic demand appears to be picking up. Employment has risen in recent months. Still, the unemployment rate remains elevated at 6.8% and relatively few businesses say they plan to hire more workers. Economic growth is projected to be modest in the near term as population growth slows and Canada adjusts to US protectionism. In the projection, consumer spending holds up and business investment strengthens gradually, with fiscal policy providing some support. The Bank projects growth of 1.1% in 2026 and 1.5% in 2027, broadly in line with the October projection. A key source of uncertainty is the upcoming review of the Canada-US-Mexico Agreement. CPI inflation picked up in December to 2.4%, boosted by base-year effects linked to last winter’s GST/HST holiday. Excluding the effect of changes in taxes, inflation has been slowing since September. The Bank’s preferred measures of core inflation have eased from 3% in October to around 2½% in December. Inflation was 2.1% in 2025 and the Bank expects inflation to stay close to the 2% target over the projection period, with trade-related cost pressures offset by excess supply. Monetary policy is focused on keeping inflation close to the 2% target while helping the economy through this period of structural adjustment. Governing Council judges the current policy rate remains appropriate, conditional on the economy evolving broadly in line with the outlook we published today. However, uncertainty is heightened and we are monitoring risks closely. If the outlook changes, we are prepared to respond. The Bank is committed to ensuring that Canadians continue to have confidence in price stability through this period of global upheaval. Information note The next scheduled date for announcing the overnight rate target is March 18, 2026. The Bank’s next MPR will be released on April 29, 2026. Read the January 28th, 2026 Monetary Report