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I subscribed to Peloton about 6 months ago.  I've been a fairly consistent exercise enthusiast for most of my life. I belong to a great fitness club and have access to excellent personal training, which I have taken advantage of for years. In search of a decent spin class that I could take from home, I discovered Peloton's online digital membership. At first I was hesitant, because I've subscribed to online programs and apps before and never really got into them.  I prefer the motivation from a group and the in-person experience.  I don't like the effort of slogging through exercises to create my own workout (who has time for that, by the time I'm done I could have worked out?).  However, after a friend* bought a Peloton bike, complete with classes, and began raving about them, I decided to take another look. I have been very impressed - not only do I LOVE the spin classes, but I've also tried strength classes, yoga and stretching and there are lot of

I've been watching Jeff Cavalier of Athlean-X for several years now.  Jeff is a physiotherapist, exercise therapist and personal trainer extra-ordinaire.  He really knows his stuff. He goes to great lengths to post no-nonsense advice, explain the science behind training and has put together some fabulous programs for those interested in getting fit, lean and strong.  His side-kick Jessie, is a hoot and together they make some great free videos that you can follow on their you-tube channel.  I go there whenever I have a workout question or concern, and I spent a LOT of time reviewing Jeff's advice after I injured my back 2 years ago.  His advice has really changed the way that I work out. Athlean-X is really focussed on men, but Jeff has also created a series of workout plans for women and the trainers on the Athlean-XX website are excellent.  Susan is my favorite, but I really like all of them.  I subscribed to their workout and diet plan for a  while, but because I