10 YouTube Workouts That Are Better Than Doomscrolling

Save your mental and physical health with these free exercise videos from your favorite video platform.

Let’s be honest here: constantly looking at terrible headlines and scrolling through Twitter, Facebook or Instagram feeds is not going to make our world a better place. While not much is within our power at the moment, it might be a good idea to take that fear and angst and channel them into things that are more productive — such as meditation practice or a good high-intensity workout. With exercise being one of the greatest ways to nourish our body and calm our mind, it might be one of the best we can do for ourselves and those around us amidst the global pandemic and a very tight, nerve-wracking election race.

Here, we have rounded up for you 10 best workouts channels that will help you get through this difficult time in a safe and healthy way. Check out our favorite YouTube workout picks below:

FRANK MEDRANO

With over a million subscribers, this online trainer and bodyweight exercise expert with seemingly superhuman strength and physique will surely motivate you to push your limits.

FITNESS BLENDER

This husband-and-wife duo can be considered the pioneers who first started bringing the fitness movement to the masses via their YouTube channel. After years of experience in creating incredible content, they have compiled hours and hours of trainer-led exercise videos. So, grab your partner or workout buddy and get to work — what are you waiting for?!

KALI MUSCLE

This channel is a holy-grail resource if you are looking to get big. And I mean, really big. Check out Kali’s workout/fitness channel if you feel like cranking things up a notch and activating your inner beast mode.

SIX PACK ABS

Using science-based workouts and nutrition strategies, these #1 most-subscribed trainers on YouTube are here to help you release that energy and get in shape from the comfort of your living room. Full of nutrition advice, motivational videos and trainer-led video workouts, this can easily become your go-to resource for all things health and fitness.

MATTY FUSARO

This channel is another one-stop-shop when it comes to fitness, wellness and working out at home. It’s more than just about trainers showing off their #gains — this guy is really here to answer all of your questions and queries about how to treat your body and built mental resilience that will help you overcome any physical and emotional hurdles you might face over the course of your life.

STRENGTH CAMP

In-depth, exhaustive, no-frills instructional videos that will have you busting your personal records in no time without any injuries or other setbacks.

THE LEAN MACHINES

Hosted by personal trainers and health coaches John and Leon, this channel is here to not only help you get back in shape but also pick you up when you’re feeling down and just have a good laugh. This is a great resource for both experienced fitness aficionados and beginners, as the duo do their best to be as clear and inclusive as possible.

SEAN VIGUE

Taking an alternative approach to fitness, Sean Vigue puts his focus on yoga and pilates rather than weightlifting and chugging protein shakes by the gallon. Despite all of that, he successfully cemented his place as one of the most influential YouTube fitness gurus with accessible advice that will help you align your chi, put you in a state of zen and improve your health without pumping that iron.

PHYSIQUES OF GREATNESS

Dedicated to natural bodybuilding and fitness, Chris Jones is here to do one thing — inspire you to become the best version of yourself and get you pumped for your next workout. And have some fun while you’re at it — check out his motivational and vlog-style videos presented alongside his workout routines and body updates.

OMAR ISUF

A much-beloved member of the YouTube swole community, Omar Isuf is someone you’d want to be buddies with even if you weren’t relying on him for fitness advice. This training guru is very upfront about his journey from flabs to abs and will readily point out all the mistakes people tend to make when they’re trying to improve their strength and physique — a very human approach that is sure to bring results before you even realize it.

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