Cardio workouts have come a long way from legwarmers and VHS tapes. If you’re looking to bring your workouts into the 21st century — and meet your fitness goals with more options, more immersion, and more personalization — iFIT offers a truly unlimited connected fitness experience with thousands of immersive and engaging classes right at your fingertips. The best part: you can access it all right from the comfort of your home, or from anywhere you choose! Read on to discover how iFIT technology can support your personal health and wellness journey, and help you have fun doing it.

iFIT is a health and fitness system that is changing the world of working out. With “whenever/wherever” flexibility and an immersive fitness experience, you can personalize your fitness journey and take charge of your workouts at home or on the go. Simply access the iFIT system from any iFIT-enabled equipment, TV, or mobile device.

The workout possibilities are truly endless with iFIT’s extensive library of live and on-demand classes. iFIT’s health and fitness options include:

• Studio Experiences. Feel the hype and the rhythm of a boutique studio environment, all without leaving your home. Choose your favorite coach and your favorite workout and experience all the excitement of an intimate class environment. Looking for competition? Check the leaderboards and see how you measure up against other iFIT technology users.

• Global Workouts. Real-world data and stunning on-location photography combine to transport you to immersive workout environments that mimic the terrain of bucket-list destinations. And it’s not just the environment that’s immersive. You’ll climb stunning mountains or run sandy beaches with a coach who feels as if they’re right next to you.

• Live Workouts and Events. Get your heart pumping with the action and adrenaline of a live class — from wherever you choose! iFIT has a full calendar of live Studio Experiences and Global Workouts to help keep you motivated on your fitness journey. You’ll also get automatic, hands-free incline and resistance adjustments from your trainer to keep your focus strong.

• Google Maps. Run around your neighborhood — or the world — without leaving your home with iFIT’s integrated Google Maps Street View mode. Chart your custom path, then feel the immersion as your equipment adjusts to real-terrain data. Pick a scenic jog or train along an upcoming race route while enjoying the real Google Maps images.

• Cooking Classes. Craft delicious, healthy meals that suit your fitness goals with videos and recipes straight from iFIT’s own chefs and nutritionists. Fuel your body and mind with global flavors and balanced nutrition, plus get professional tips and techniques when you cook alongside these on-demand videos.

• iFIT Mind. Mental wellness is an important part of any fitness journey, and iFIT can help you practice mindfulness, meditation, and breathing techniques. Experts and beginners alike can experience beautiful, peaceful sessions shot on-location in breathtaking destinations and designed for every skill level.

• And more! iFIT offers progressive workouts, fitness challenges, and more for the ultimate variety. (It’s the spice of life, after all.)

Getting your iFIT workout started is easy. The service is conveniently integrated right into equipment types for all workouts, and at a variety of price points to match your budget, including treadmills, ellipticals, rowers, and spin bikes.

To get the most out of iFIT, make sure the equipment you choose has automatic resistance and incline adjustments compatibility and a built-in screen so you can access everything the platform has to offer. More budget-conscious models offer less of these features, but you can still use them to get in a great iFIT workout.

All our ProForm connected fitness offerings include a free 30-day iFIT trial, so you can experience the difference for yourself. After the free trial, iFIT is available as an easy-to-manage monthly subscription service. Choose from an individual, single-user plan or share the app with up to five users with the family plan.

What is connected fitness?

Connected fitness refers to the interconnectivity between the equipment you use to work out and your digital life, whether it’s an app, a watch, or a special screen embedded in your stationary bike. As technology has advanced, and society’s needs have changed, connected fitness has grown in popularity and accessibility — and particularly surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the world was looking for safer (yet still effective) ways to work out.

With connected fitness, you don’t have to choose between the responsive, energetic, social aspects of in-person specialized workout classes and the privacy, individuality, and convenience of at-home workouts. Whether you’ve got a busy work schedule and need more flexibility than your gym can provide, or you’re looking for more privacy and more choice in your workouts, connected fitness offers a door to the world of health, wellness, and exercise that’s open 24/7, all-year round — and it’s available wherever you are. The early days of connected fitness were limited to just one type of app, workout, or piece of equipment, but increased popularity means there’s more variety at your fingertips (and at Academy Sports + Outdoors) than ever before.

• Wide array of equipment choices (without having to share with other gym-goers)

• Exercise with equipment or without

• Attend on-demand or live classes with real-time coaching – all from the comfort of your own home

Since connected fitness is digitally accessible, you have total control over how, when, and where you exercise.

You can find iFIT technology right here at Academy Sports + Outdoors! We’re committed to offering high-quality connected fitness equipment in a range of price points to suit your budget and your fitness goals (make sure you check in with your physician before starting any new fitness regimen).

Learn even more about iFIT or head to your local Academy store. We’re happy to help you have fun out there on your connected fitness journey.