Virtual Fitness
Train with The Whole U! Whether you are new to exercise, are an avid exerciser, or want to try something different, The Whole U has created free online and in-person opportunities for you to be active.
Cardio
Walking Programs:
Register for a 5K Walking Plan.
Running Programs:
Register for plans that will keep you accountable and help you progress safely for a 5K (beginner), 5K (intermediate), Half Marathon, or Full Marathon.
Biking Groups:
Swimming Resources:
Check out our guide to swimming in and near Seattle.
Strength
Weight Training and Strength Resources:
Weight train live every Tuesday and Thursday morning on Zoom or with The Whole U YouTube 30 minute weight training recorded classes with Lauren Updyke.
Train with the best in a series of Strength Training videos with Strength and Conditioning Coach Chris Dresher of UW Athletics:
- Deadlift
- Front and Back Lunge
- Bench Press
- Overhead Shoulder Press
- Upright Row
- Bench Dip
- Inverted Row
- Back Squat
- Quads & Shoulders
- Back Row
- Chest Press/Pull Downs
- Front and Side Raise
- Triceps
- Biceps
- Shoulder Press-Bicep Curl
Other Strength Training Resources:
Register for the kettlebell handbook.
Register for a strength handout that you can do at your desk within 10 minutes.
Register for this exercise ball handout to try a fun strengthening workout while putting your Guinness World Record exercise ball to use.
Register for an exercise band handout for workouts you can do almost anywhere, then view our series of exercise band workouts:
Flexibility
Yoga:
Register for the 21-day yoga challenge. This handout includes all 21 poses and their benefits so you can try them on your own.
View our series of Desk Yoga Videos on YouTube:
- Desk Yoga for Shoulders
- Desk Yoga for Torso
- Desk Yoga for Arms & Sides
- Desk Yoga for Wrists & Fingers
- Desk Yoga for Your Neck
Learn more moves from instructors at UW Recreation: