**Updated for 2021***I have been an avid Peloton fan since acquiring my bike 2 years ago. While I started out primarily doing cycle classes, I soon discovered the wealth of other classes available. Today, I am sharing the Best Peloton Running and Fitness Classes chosen by veteran Peloton users.
The Best Peloton Running and Fitness Classes
Outdoor Running/Walking
From power walks to outdoor HIIT runs, there are options from 20 to 60 minute classes to keep you entertained and motivated.
Fan favorite Robin’s 30 min HIIT Run and Chase’s 30 min Intervals Run with 25 minutes of intense intervals, upbeat music, and engaging chit chat. Looking for a lower impact Power Walk? Check out Olivia’s 20 min power walk.
Running Programs
Just starting out or returning to running? Check out the 2 Week outdoor running program to guide you through. There are 3 guided marathon training programs and a Go The Distance 3 weeks program.
Treadmill running
Jess Sims and Adrian seem to be the most popular for treadmill runners looking for a consistent challenge indoors.
Cycling
Alex’s Club Banger 45 minute rides have a cult following. The hip hop playlists and high energy that always deliver a high intensity workout.
Power Zone Classes have a huge mass appeal from avid outdoor cyclists to newbies with Matt and Denis being fan favorites. There is a 4 week program to guide you through how to learn from your metrics and increase your endurance. Learn how to maximize your endurance for higher output.
From Climb rides to HIIT rides to 80’s rock music rides, Denis’ classes are personal favorites and they do not disappoint. Denis brings his humor and his encouragement to all of his rides. Whichever, of his classes you choose, the music is paired perfectly to the cadence of the ride to keep you motivated.
Special collections and artist series
Peloton is constantly adding new artist series to their library. You can find those at the top of your bike under “collections”. Recent series include Elvis and The Beetles to name a few. These specially themed classes usually have a cycle, strength and yoga option.
Strength Training
Just starting out? Total Strength with Andy will guide you through a 4 week progression.
My favorite strength training classes are Chase’s. From his 10 minute arms to 30 min advanced lower body workouts, he does not mess around. Mix and match to suit your needs. Some are just body weight exercises while others require dumbbells. Solid workouts every time!
Jess’ 30 min bodyweight classes and her new Flash 15 classes have a huge fan base and her energy is contagious. Recommended for those with prior strength training under their belt looking for a more advanced class.
Yoga
Many of my running friends swear by Denis’ 10 min yoga for hips. Started doing them daily myself and they really help. Looking for a more zen yoga class? Restorative Yoga with Ross and Atiti at bed time to decompress from the day are a treat. Chelsea Jackson Roberts, relative new comer to Peloton has quickly amassed a huge following. Here gentle but oh so knowledgeable approach attracts many new comers and experienced yogis.
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Core
Looking to start building your core? Check out Emma’s 4 week Crush Your Core program with classes ranging from 5-10 minutes daily. Easy to fit into any schedule. For tougher core classes, Matty and Robin have hundreds of 10 minute core classes to challenge you.
Bike Boot Camps
New for fall of 2020, Peloton Bike Boot Camps filled a need for those users who wanted to jump into a Bootcamp style class without a treadmill. Workouts have you switching between the bike and the floor to combine strength and cardio. Classes range from 30 min to 60m often with a focus of upper body or core for example. Find a full review of Boot Camps here.
Meditation
Need a little more zen in your life? Check out the 2 week introduction to meditation geared toward better sleep. Gaining in popularity, there are now classes ranging from 5-15 min wth themes from Chelsea, Aditi and Ross. Full review of the 2 Week Peloton Sleep Meditation app here.
Pilates and Barre
Missing your studio barre or pilates classes? Peloton has newly debuted these 2 new modalities into their ever expanding library.
Clearly, I could go on and on! Hope this round up gave you some ideas on the best Peloton Running and fitness classes. With so much variety, there is something for everyone.
Thanks for helping to make the Runners’ Roundup a huge success by visiting all of the hosts: Me, Debbie, Rachel, Jen , Sandra and Lisa
Thanks, Deborah! This is really helpful. I have not signed up yet (gasp!) but I think I will now.
The strength training classes seem to be good.
I am loving the strength training classes so much! The free 90 days ends April 30th so make sure to sign up before then. Let me know how it goes!
These look like great classes! Ive heard some really good things about the Peloton workouts. I might need to give some of those strength and core workouts a try!
I think you would really like them. I have been mixing and matching the 10-20 min classes. The free 90 trial ends April 30th so make sure to sign up before then
I’m one of the new fans! I signed up for the app when gyms closed and have been loving it. I really like Rebecca Kennedy’s strength classes and Kristin McGee for yoga. I haven’t done any of the running or boot camp classes yet. Adding more to my list!
I am glad you are loving the classes as well. There are so many to explore. Have fun with it
Thanks for all of this Deb. I need to give Peloton stuff a try!
I think you would really like it if only to have someone else come up w your workout sometimes. The free 90 day trial has to be downloaded by April 30
This is so helpful! There are so many options, it can be overwhelming.
It can be overwhelming. So much variety there is something for everyone
It’s amazing how much variety the app offers! I shake my head at the peeps who still are sitting idle and NOT moving & grooving to fitness these days…no excuses!! 😉
So much variety! Keeping moving is what’s keeping me sane right now
I think they’re great. My only problem is that the outdoor running ones need WiFi even if you download them first. And I don’t have unlimited data.
I haven’t tried the indoor ones. Right now I am enjoying leaving my work desk and escaping.
Interesting about the wifi I did not know that. I am sure leaving your work desk is key to your sanity!
I knew Peloton had other classes available but had never heard anyone talk about them. Thanks for sharing some of your favorites in each category!
Thanks so many options! The free 90 day trial has to be down loaded by April 3oth
I definitely do need to sign up! Thanks for the run down, Deborah.
I really think you would enjoy some of the classes. You have to download by April 30th to take advantage of the free 90 trial
I am so glad you shared this post! I just started using the One Peloton app and have been loving it! I can’t wait to try out those run classes! The instructors are so motivating, it really is so much more fun!
Have a great day, Deborah!!
They really do make it more fun!
I know several people who have been LOVING the Peloton app. I might try it out myself soon!
It’s really a great product. You have to download by April 30th to get the free 90 days
This is a great guide! I haven’t tried the Peloton app but it seems to have it all! I wish I had the bike but I’m too cheap to make the splurge, lol!
If you do decide to try it you have to download it by April 30th to get the free 90 days
Very good info here! Now I need to try out ALL the classes 🙂 There just aren’t enough hours in my day. LOL! My son and I were laughing during our workout with Andy because he was doing “the lawnmower”. Ironically my son had just got done mowing the grass so he knew that move well.
ha ha that is funny!
I’ve heard that Peleton has awesome running classes. I think I need to try some to break up the monotony on the treadmill.
Oh I think you would really like them! To get the free 90 days, you have to download by April 30th
Thanks for this brilliant guide!! I definitely need some help if I’m going to be running on my treadmill any longer!
I know it’s tough going right now for you! Hang in there
Thanks for this roundup! You gave me some new classes to try out. I figured that this is as good a time as any to try out some different instructors and classes.
Thanks to you for giving me some new classes to try out! Loving Alex 🙂
I had no idea Peloton offered such a variety of classes. And free for 90 days sounds like my kind of deal. Thanks for the info!
If you are interested, you need to download the app by April 30th to get the 90 days free
These all sound great! I love that you love this program so much!
I really do!
I’ll have to look for Dennis’ yoga class and see what all the fuss is about. :-). I really enjoy most of the instructors. Even the workouts I wouldn’t want to repeat are good — just not my favorite style.
They are great. I am trying to take a bunch of new ones now while I have the time
So many great options! Love that this allows you to vary your workouts!
So much variety!
This is really helpful, thanks! I’ve kind of just been choosing peloton classes at random. I didn’t even realize they had those programs that put classes together for you. I’ll have to check out that strength training one.
It really is well organized. Happy to help w any questions that you may have
Wow, I really had no idea that Peloton had so many class choices! I really need to check it out!
Yes you do! To take advantage of the 90 day free offer you need to download by April 30
What a great resource here! There is truly something for everyone!
I agree!
yay im happy to hear that you have some of your favorites!
I sure do!
I have been meaning to take advantage of the free 90 day trial! It’s been so tough trying to fit in workouts without childcare these days. But these look SO fun!
I bet you do have your hands full!
There are A BUNCH of things I’ve learned during this quarantine. One of them is most definitely that I have Peleton envy, hahaha! So many of my friends and clients have the bike, and I’ve not heard one single complaint (just a bunch of rave reviews!) I’m going to check out the HIIT workouts!
Peloton is the best investment I have made in my gym! Never an opportunity to get bored
I haven’t heard about Pelton before. Thanks for this info. I will check it out. Sounds like there’s something for everyone.
There is certainly something for everyone!
I wonder if it will still be available for free after the end of the month. Most states have extended their stay at home order so it will be interesting to see what Peloton offers. I am glad they are offering it for others to check it out. From what I’ve been reading in posts, many seem to like it.
Definitely what’s not to like!