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I recently realized that it was time to upgrade my casual-strolls-and-yoga routineinto something a little morecardio-forward.
Lycra-clad aerobics gurus have motivated me more than even the most buzzed-about newfitness trendever could.
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Bonus: Theyre free!
Whatever the reason, I found myself hooked.
But just like anything, you should probably research and try a bunch.
I think I just saw something on social media about beer yoga?!
Making workouts more about play is probably bringing people who normally wouldnt be interested in a workout class.
I dont know if they stick around, but hell, I would try a beer yoga class.
Nothing will ever take the place of working hard, eating clean, and staying consistent.
With those words in mind, I delved into the internets archives to find my favorite new-old workout.
Keep scrolling for the best retro workout videos to revisit today.
The Sweatin' to the Oldies series is his most beloved collection.
This particular video is a little over 60 minutes and you will indeed be sweating.
Buns of Steel
Everyone’s heard of Buns of Steel!
If not, your mother certainly has.
Buns of Steel was probably the most well-known workout video of its time.
I remember popping this bad boy in the VHS player during lonely nights while babysitting.
Still waiting for the steel.
This workout is beginner-friendly.
This series is artsy and has an aesthetic that was only seen in the 90s.
There’s nothing like it now.
You’ll need a high-backed chair for this workout that will feel more like an extended warm-up.
Jane Fonda’s Step Aerobic and Abdominal Workout
Remember when step classes were all the rage?
Cher Fitness Step Workout
Ever wish you could workout with a badass-looking girl gang?
Well, you could now, in all of the 80s gritty glory you could hope for.
Cher’s fitness step workout demonstrates moves for three fitness levels.
The beginner level is low-impact and easy on the jointsyou won’t even need a step.
Cher is not the instructor but rather the host for this workout.
Bonus: Cher’s hair is mesmerizing.
However, because of the sheer pop-culture fame of Suzanne Somer’s workouts, we had to include it.
You canstill buy it!
La Toya is your host, not the instructor, for this fun and funky workout video.
Weird 90s fashion trend: Working out with belts on.
He’s surprisingly encouraging, body-positive, and provides tips for progressing your workouts from beginner to more advanced.
This is one of the only workouts on this list that provides actual resistance training to build muscle.
There are many exercise tips for working out at home using chairs or other household items and dumbbells.
Best Marky Mark line: Every body is beautiful, man, go out and get yours.
It is very beginner-friendly with no impact and no step.
Many of the movements will remind you of barre class and yoga.
Something they didn’t seem to have in the 80s.
This workout is unique because it focuses mainly on isometric holds, building stamina and tone.
Most of the movements are yoga-based and will increase your stability and flexibility.
Total Beauty and Fitness is surprisingly challenging!
