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10 Virtual Fitness Tech on the rise in 2020

Ten virtual fitness technologies that gained popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.

  1. Peloton:

    • Peloton gained immense popularity for its connected fitness equipment, especially its stationary bikes and treadmills, which come with live and on-demand classes.

  2. Zoom Workouts:

    • Many fitness trainers and studios turned to platforms like Zoom to conduct virtual fitness classes, allowing participants to join from the safety of their homes.

  3. Fitbit Premium:

    • Fitbit expanded its offerings with Fitbit Premium, providing subscribers with access to guided workouts, personalized health insights, and more.

  4. Apple Fitness+:

    • Apple Fitness+ was introduced as a subscription service, offering a range of virtual workout classes that integrate with Apple Watch for real-time tracking.

  5. Mirror:

    • Mirror is an interactive home gym that provides live and on-demand fitness classes, with the instructor appearing on a reflective surface.

  6. MyFitnessPal:

    • MyFitnessPal, while not new, saw increased use as people focused on tracking their nutrition and exercise from home during the pandemic.

  7. Strava:

    • Strava, a popular app for tracking and sharing outdoor activities, gained momentum as people engaged in solo outdoor exercises like running and cycling.

  8. Nike Training Club:

    • Nike’s Training Club app offered a variety of guided workouts, and during the pandemic, they made their premium features available for free to encourage home workouts.

  9. JEFIT:

    • JEFIT is a strength training app that allows users to create and track personalized workout routines, making it suitable for those focusing on resistance training at home.

  10. Zwift:

    • Zwift gained popularity among cyclists and runners, offering a virtual environment for indoor training with interactive courses and group workouts.
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