A quick catch-up on what Channels is: it’s a feature in the Web Player where leading fitness influencers and content providers are offered their own channel, into which they can regularly upload fresh new workouts. The channels featured on the home page are the ones with the most recent updates, so channel partners are motivated to update their content regularly – which in turn, means there’s always something new for end users to try.

And the latest Channel partner, launching onto the Wexer platform with an initial 32 classes, is Group HIIT.

Created in 2015 by founders Amelia and Marlena, Group HIIT set out to provide an affordable, accessible online tool offering workouts that require little to no equipment.

All the workouts are designed using HIIT protocols – periods of hard work followed by short rests – but are created to provide a simple starting point for beginners, or indeed anyone who wants an easy-to-follow workout they can take at their own pace.

Adopting a circuit-type approach to training, all Group HIIT workouts are based on a series of exercises – each separated by a short rest or moment of active recovery – that you do repeatedly while a timer counts down. Within that time, you take the exercise at your own pace, doing as little or as much as you can.

There’s no complex choreography – just one easy-to-follow exercise at a time – but each workout is still custom-designed to work various muscle groups and maximise results within a short period of time.

Another great feature of the Group HIIT workouts is that, with the exercises so easy to follow, the videos require no verbal cueing from the instructor. Nor is there any music – just beeps from the timer – which means you can play your own favourite playlist.

If you’re doing the workout with friends, this lack of narrative also means you’re free to interact with each other, offering help and encouragement, without worrying about talking over the instructor.

Indeed, it was this social use – bringing together groups to exercise together – that Amelia and Marlena had in mind when they first came up with the Group HIIT concept back in 2015.

Of the 32 launch videos, 23 are already available on the Web Player, with the rest to follow over the coming weeks. Workout options range from 20–30-minute full-body workouts down to shorter, more targeted workouts such as the 5-minute Ab Workout Finisher, 5-minute Cardio for Weight Loss & Fat Burn and Plank & Stabilization Workout – which means there are great options to mix and match, too, or simply squeeze in a “something is always better than nothing” quickie workout in a short break from your desk.

For more information please contact us at info@wexer.com

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The new classes include:

• Zumba 101: think you can’t dance- led by the creator of the Zumba Fitness program himself, Beto Perez. Learn the basic steps of the 4 core rhythms, then put those new moves to work as you rock out in an easy-to-follow 30 minute Zumba class.
• Zumba Blitz features three intense 20 minute workouts that challenge your entire body! These are the perfect workouts for cardio lovers on-the-go as they can fit into any hectic schedule.

All new Zumba content is now available on your Wexer Virtual player.

Contact Morten Andersen for enquiries: morten@www.wexer.com

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The content features Spanish speaking trainers for classes that do not require any equipment. On average the classes are 30 minutes long and are suitable for all levels of expertise. These are currently available on your virtual player.

For a sneak peak of these new classes take a look at the trailers here

For more information regarding the InstaFit titles please contact Morten Andersen: morten@www.wexer.com

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This new partnership will allow gyms to offer members virtual workouts from top boutique fitness studios including, Exhale, JoyRide, Aerospace, RIPPED, Center City Yoga, Powerumba and more.

FORTË will also provide short videos ranging from 5 to 60 minutes led by top trainers around the globe. Their virtual classes include yoga, cardio, HIIT, strength, mobility and stretching.

Paul Bowman, CEO for Wexer says, “Increasingly we are seeing gyms refer to virtual fitness as the new must-have, but, to be successful it requires high-quality videos. Our partnership with FORTË enables us to deliver high-touch boutique fitness experiences to clubs and members worldwide.”

For more information on why virtual fitness is the new must-have, read this blog post!

Lauren Foundos, CEO and Founder of FORTË says, “We are thrilled to be growing our community globally and introducing our platform to an entirely new network of users. FORTË offers a wide variety of virtual workout classes held at elite boutique fitness studios around the world – these will now be available to local fitness clubs worldwide.

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Every SH1FT workout is themed and the new workouts include:

• SH1FT 101: The SH1FT fundamentals workout. 6 Degrees of Freedom practiced and perfected.
• GRAND SLAM: Tennis inspired HIIT Training – Best of 5 Sets!
• BOLT: Train Usain or Remain the Same! HIIT the track with this sprint inspired workout.
• NO 1MPACT: High intensity functional training – zero impact. Perfect for beginners, still challenging for athletes.

SH1FT will be launching a new full-length workout onto the Wexer platform every month, to ensure fresh new content is always available to gyms. Look out for some fun new themes to come such as W1NTER, the Winter Olympics SH1FT workout – perfect to get class goers in the spirit just in time for the PyeongChang 2018 games!

For more information contact: Morten Andersen, morten@www.wexer.com

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Founded by Strictly Come Dancing professionals Natalie Lowe And Iain Waite, FitSteps have produced 9 energetic dance classes for your members.

FitSteps EXTREME

Classes in this category are perfect for anyone who wants to get fit quick, while having fun dancing. Don’t be put off by ‘Extreme’ –  these virtual classes combine many favourite moves with more of a physical touch! They’re suitable for all levels, even if your members have never tried a dance fitness workout before.

FitSteps ORIGINAL

This dance workout mixes the graceful steps of Ballroom and the up-tempo steps of Latin dances to create fun-filled classes where you don’t even realise you’re getting fit. Transform the body and have fun dancing to music that will get your heart pumping.

FitSteps FAB

Fitsteps for all bodies –  ‘FAB’ is the virtual dance workout designed for people who love to dance and want to keep fit at their own pace. FAB combines old style dance genres such as the Bosa Nova, Foxtrot to the Flamenco and Argentinian tango.

For more information on the FitSteps classes or any of our other virtual classes please contact us here.

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We are happy to introduce Mike Donavanik TV on to your Wexer virtual players. You may have previously seen him featured in our Fit Fusion classes and now he has branched out to provide his own virtual fitness offering.

The workouts feature some of the best celebrity instructors such as Anja Garcia, Natalie Yco and Kenta Seki. From kettlebells to kickboxing, HIIT to yoga, there’s something for everyone.

For more information about Mike Donavanik classes, get in touch with Rudys Santanta at rudys.santana@wexer.com

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Brett Hoebel of US show ‘The Biggest Loser’ has created a programme of 20 minute HIIT classes that promise results. These high intensity classes are designed to keep you burning calories hours after your workout and with a range of different workouts, you can mix up your routine for maximum impact.

The brand-new classes are:

• 4 x 4 Fat Loss – Phase 1 & 2
• Abs & Booty
• Abs & Chest
• Brazilian Burn
• The HIIT man – Phase 1, 2 & 3
• Power Pyramid
• Stretch & Recover

For more information about 20 Minute Body please contact Karen Mason at karen.mason@wexer.com

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We are excited to announce the launch of STRONG by Zumba® available on Wexer virtual players in 7 languages.

Stop counting the reps. Start training to the beat. STRONG by Zumba® combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move. Every squat, every lunge, every burpee is driven by the beat of the music. 

Strong by Zumba is a HIIT program that promises results and can fit into even the busiest of schedules featuring top athletes and fitstagrammers including celebrity fitness influencer, Michelle Lewin.

For more information, please get in touch with Morten Andersen at morten@wexer.com

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Until now, though, it’s been assumed that such loyalty can only really be built up via direct personal relationships – that is, in live instructor-led classes.

That assumption is now being challenged by premier fitness production studio MegaMace – the producer of high quality virtual classes for such well-known brands as Cyberobics, Beach Body and Daily Burn. In a brand new venture that will see MegaMace create its own virtual class content, the virtual instructor will be put centre stage. The objective: to bring the virtual class experience as close to a live class experience as possible, by creating a sense of direct and personal connection between instructor and exerciser.

Gone are the distracting backgrounds and the backing troupes of additional instructors. In its place, an attractive but simple workout space in which the on-screen instructor is the absolute focus – and the end user feels the instructor is absolutely focused on them.

The style of instruction is very personal – not only the way the films are shot, homing in on the instructor, but in the way the instructor interacts with the camera, talking directly to the end user in a continual chat of instruction and advice, interweaved with personal stories and anecdotes.

It really is as if it’s just you and the instructor, and it’s hoped exercisers will therefore begin to choose their virtual classes based on instructor loyalty – not just class content – in exactly the same way people follow their favourite live instructors, whatever classes they instruct.

Available exclusively through Wexer and due for imminent launch, MegaMace classes will span a wide range of disciplines. The first collection, known as The LOFT SERIES, will feature 15 classes – pilates, cycling, boxing, conditioning and HIIT – to introduce users to the MegaMace approach.

Further collections will follow, with 20 new classes set to launch every quarter, including some progressive courses.

For further information, please contact karen.mason@wexer.com

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Innovation to meet demand

Innovation in class length has always been a key feature of Move123 classes, which has been available on the Wexer platform for the last two years. Now, further evolution has resulted from the strong partnership between Wexer and its premium content provider.

Andersen explains: “Using Wexer’s comprehensive usage data, we’ve been able to identify global patterns: the trends and habits of Wexer users across 40+ countries. We’ve then shared this information with Move123 who, thanks to their ever-more sophisticated production set-up, have been able to evolve their class offering to ensure the end user has the best possible experience.”

“Move123 is about to launch 70 new classes, driven by a desire to offer even more of the most in-demand classes. It’s about ensuring continued variety and new inspiration across the most popular categories and class types.”

“Move123 really do have a truly impressive production ability, which means that together we can support emerging trends to the benefit of members and clubs.”

The 70 new classes will be available from January 2019, with all categories set to be updated – Cardio, Fight, Dance, Strength, Yoga, Pilates, Meditation and Stretch. The class library will also be refreshed across all class durations –10, 20 and 30 minutes – to ensure all options are always available.

Changing the way we workout

Andersen continues: “The length of virtual workouts, and the variation in duration, is becoming more and more important.In fact, the varying durations provided by Move123 have helped transform virtual fitness usage patterns.”

“With the shorter classes that are now available, we’re seeing members use virtual as part of a broader workout, rather than choosing either virtual classes or other gym-based activities. For example, we’re now seeing a lot of members switching their cardio on a treadmill for a 20-minute high-intensity virtual class, before moving on to doing some weights or core work. “

“Move123 has been a key influencer in driving – and catering for – this shift in motivation, and the resulting growing interest in virtual classes.”

Designed for clubs, by clubs

But the innovation in class length hasn’t only been shaped with the end user in mind. There are also benefits for club operators, as Andersen explains: “Move123 was set up by fitness professionals with more than 100 years’ combined fitness industry experience. The content is designed specifically for clubs, by clubs,and addresses some common issues.

“For example, class durations are designed to make scheduling easy: 30-minute classes run for 27 minutes, while 10-minute classes run for 8.5 minutes,meaning there’s time for set-up and packing away within the class slot. And in any case, all classes require either no or minimal equipment, and classes that use minimal equipment offer a body weight option too, which really does make the operational side of things very easy.

“All this means that operators can run a round-the-clock timetable, packed full of different class types and durations to ensure there’s something for everyone,without wasting any time – the empty slots they might otherwise have to leave between classes to allow for pack-up and set-up.”

Meaningful workouts for seniors

Finally, already available on the Wexer platform from this month is a new Silver Collection from Move123. Designed specifically for an older audience, this collection of 20 classes features workouts that include both standing and seated options, ensuring the needs and abilities of almost every member can be met – in turn allowing more clubs to offer meaningful workouts to their senior members.

All Move123 classes are available on the Wexer in-club virtual class platform, as well as the new Wexer Web Player for out-of-club use, which will be available from next month.

To find out more, please email morten@wexer.com

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