Fitness

At Sworkit, we’ve created specific workouts meant to support your sport and training goals. From sports conditioning to endurance cross-training workouts that include warm-ups and cool-downs, we’ve got you covered. Why Cross-Train? Cross-training is imperative to any sport or endurance training plan. So, what is it? It’s meant to compliment your main sport, and it Read more…

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Woman stretches before workout because of fitness motivation

Often, it’s not getting started on a new fitness program that’s the challenge. The problem is maintaining that motivation and continuing to make progress toward your goals even when you may not feel as though you’re meeting your expectations or effectively managing your needs. Are you struggling to maintain your motivation and make progress the Read more…

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Getting in a great and effective workout doesn’t mean you need an entire rack of dumbbells. Whether you’re working out from home or only have a small space to exercise, there are plenty of ways to use your own bodyweight to build muscles and burn calories. Here’s the scoop on why more equipment doesn’t always Read more…

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Exercise doesn’t have to be a drag. What if you could tone your body, push yourself harder, and stay consistent? Sounds like a dream, right? But it can be a reality if you link up with a workout partner and exercise together using the Sworkit Live Player. On top of virtually hanging with your friend Read more…

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With so many people now working from home, it can be difficult to get your daily exercise in. Without realizing it, you can easily spend your entire workday without ever leaving your chair. Normally, you wouldn’t think of your living room or home office as a place to get your sweat on, but desperate times Read more…

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If you’re trying to lose or gain weight, it’s important to have an idea of how much you’re eating each day. For those who have never tried to monitor their portions before, this can be a struggle. There are many calorie databases available on the internet, like MyFitnessPal, that can be easily synced with the Read more…

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More people are doing home workouts than ever before. But don’t think you need to buy a lot of equipment for your home gym. With a few key pieces in your home gym, you can get a great workout. With so many options being pushed at us on social media, it can be difficult to Read more…

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Woman completing a HIIT workout on her exercise mat with a kettlebell and dumbbells near by.

Wouldn’t it be great if you could keep burning calories after leaving the gym?  Believe it or not, it is possible.  There are some workouts, like interval training, that can keep your body burning calories throughout the cooldown and during muscle recovery.  However, if you’re looking to lose weight or build muscle, there’s no getting Read more…

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Working out is super important. It boosts your mood and strengthens your body. It is the ultimate form of self-care. If you’re short on time or can’t get to the gym, don’t worry! There are many exercises that you can do, including these ten exercises that tone and tighten your body.  Mix and match these Read more…

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Progressive Overload  Steve Hill, CSCS You are a lean-mean-fat-burning-muscle-building machine. You’ve been killing it using the Sworkit app for a while; you made incredible gains in fat loss, muscle building, and overall strength and conditioning. You’ve reached a point where the workouts are easy—maybe a little too easy? You’ve also noticed that your strength and Read more…

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yoga at home

After a long day, all you want to do is go home and indulge in an evening of relaxation. Relaxing can look different to different people. Some people put on their pajamas and watch television to relax, while others settle into a comfy chair and read a good book. You might be missing out on Read more…

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As Summer comes and goes, the days get shorter and colder leading to cold/flu season. No good for you if you’re trying to stay on top of your fitness regime. You don’t have time to get sick. Ain’t nobody got time for that! One morning you wake up and find you’re not feeling so well Read more…

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stretching to avoid injury-related

Unfortunately, you cannot target one specific area of fat. Doing abdominal workouts all day every day may result in some great core strength, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but it isn’t going to help you lose belly fat any faster than doing non-abdominal focused exercises. However, you can use specific types of exercises to Read more…

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building muscle woman working out

Establishing a new routine for any reason can be a life-changing event. Whether you’re heading back to the gym or continuing to work out at home, creating a new strength routine can be daunting. After all, there are a number of factors that go into building muscle,  such as dedication, guidance, technique, and skill level. Read more…

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Contrary to the popular saying of “building your muscles” by working out, you actually tear down your muscles when you perform exercises. Each time we lift heavy weights (bodyweight included) or perform intense exercise, we break down the muscle fibers in order to be repaired bigger and stronger. Our bodies are capable of repairing quickly Read more…

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Building your glutes takes time and dedication, like any muscle. Your glutes are made of three muscles: gluteus maximus, gluteus medius and gluteus minimus. The one that most people are thinking of when referring to improving their “glutes” cosmetically to get a plump round bottom is the gluteus maximus (aka glute max). This muscle is Read more…

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Jumping Jacks group fitness

Jumping jacks are a fun plyometric exercise, suitable for all fitness levels. Plyometrics combine aerobic exercise and resistance work, which works your heart, lungs, and muscles at the same time. Plyometric exercises like jumping jacks are primarily utilized to help people run faster and jump higher. What makes jumping jacks so efficient is that they Read more…

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inch worm plank

As you exercise, you always want to make sure there’s some benefit to it. Whether it be toning up your body and building strength, losing weight, or simply having fun – you want to feel and see the difference with each exercise. At Sworkit we aim to highlight specific workouts that are enjoyable while helping Read more…

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woman getting ready for sports training workout

Interested in getting into sports, but not sure where to begin? Never fear, Sworkit is here! We’ve got the perfect sports training workouts to help you get in shape so that you can stand out from the crowd during tryouts. Whether you’re interested in hitting the ice in the hockey rink or saddling up your Read more…

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