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A Case for On-Demand Workouts

Alice Halvorson · July 8, 2026 ·

5 Reasons You Should Consider Taking Your Workout Digital with Flostate

Let’s be honest: getting to the gym isn’t always the hardest part of working out. Sometimes it’s finding the time, battling the weather, packing a gym bag, or convincing yourself to leave the house in the first place.

That’s where on-demand fitness shines.

At Flostate, we believe the best workout is the one you’ll actually do. Whether you love the gym, enjoy running outdoors, or prefer your living room, movement should fit into your life. 

Here are five reasons you might want to consider taking your workouts digital.

1. Never Worry About the Weather Again

If you live in the Midwest (or honestly, just about anywhere these days), the forecast feels like it’s having an identity crisis.

One day it’s 95 degrees with enough humidity to swim through the air. The next, it’s pouring rain. Before you know it, you’re navigating snow, ice, or wind that can make traveling to the gym a giant pain.

When your workout lives online, Mother Nature doesn’t get a vote.

Your “gym” is always the perfect temperature, your workout is never canceled, and you don’t have to scrape your windshield just to squeeze in a sweat session.

2. Maximum Flexibility (Because Life Happens)

Imagine never having to commute to the gym again.That’s extra time in your day for coffee, family, work…or sleeping an extra 20 minutes.One of the biggest advantages of on-demand fitness is that it works around your schedule instead of asking you to rearrange your life.

Need to answer the phone or the dog needs to go outside? Press pause.

Whether you have 15 minutes or an hour, your workout is ready whenever you are.

3. Save Money Without Sacrificing Movement

Traditional gym memberships can add up quickly, especially when you factor in enrollment fees, childcare, gas, or specialty studio memberships.On-demand fitness memberships are often a fraction of the cost while still giving you access to hundreds of workouts. Sure, you may not have rows of treadmills or every piece of equipment imaginable. But here’s the thing: you probably don’t need them.

A few dumbbells, a resistance band, and a mat can take you surprisingly far. And the money you save can go toward building a simple home gym over time – or toward literally anything else that brings you joy.

4. Your Workout. Your Rules.

There is something incredibly freeing about exercising in your own space. No worrying if someone is watching or if you’re doing the move exactly right. (Modify to your heart’s content!) And there is no comparing yourself to the person next to you! At home, you can show up exactly as you are, because the goal isn’t to impress anyone – it’s simply to move your body.

5. Explore More Variety Without the Commitment

Ever wanted to try yoga? Curious about strength training? Thinking about foam rolling, mobility, strength, or core workouts? With on-demand fitness, you can sample just about everything. If you love it, you just found your new favorite class & format. If it’s not your thing, you can click out and try something else. There’s no pressure to commit to a specific studio, instructor, or class style before you even know if you enjoy it.

At Flostate, our library includes everything from strength and HIIT to yoga, mobility, stretching, foam rolling, and quick workouts for busy days – so you can find what feels good for your body and your schedule.

The Bottom Line

When your workout is available anytime, anywhere, it’s easier to stay consistent, and consistency is what creates lasting results.

Whether you’re squeezing in a 20-minute strength session before work, rolling out your yoga mat after the kids go to bed, or fitting in a quick mobility class between meetings, every workout counts.

At Flostate, we’re here to make fitness fit your life!

Ready to see if on-demand fitness is right for you? Explore Flostate’s library of strength, yoga, mobility, HIIT, core, and recovery workouts—available anytime, anywhere. Your next workout is only a click away.

Free Yoga Vinyasa Community Event

Alice Halvorson · March 16, 2026 ·

Join us for a Free Flostate class designed to both energize and renew your body incorporating specialty stretches and fascial release. We’ll begin with an uplifting Vinyasa flow to build heat, endurance, and total-body strength, then transition into restorative stretches that release tension, improve flexibility, and support lasting mobility. You’ll leave feeling balanced, refreshed, and ready for whatever comes next. Bring your yoga mat and water bottle.

Register for this free event via the City of Woodbury HERE. Or simply show up!!
In case of inclement weather, we will meet inside the park.

www.theflostate.com

Free Community Fitness Event

Alice Halvorson · March 15, 2026 ·

Come experience Flostate’s all-in-one fitness class for FREE at our spring community event!. Build your strength, boost your metabolism, and increase your flexibility with a dynamic combo of strength, core and yoga. We’ll spend 30 minutes on upper, lower body and core work, and 15 minutes of relaxing yoga flow and stretching. It’s the perfect mix of strength, core and recovery-all in under an hour. Bring your yoga mat and water bottle – we’ll handle the rest.

Learn more about our summer class line up and get signed up!

Register for this free event via the City of Woodbury HERE. Or simply show up!!
In case of inclement weather, we will meet inside the park.

www.theflostate.com

Turkey Burn Strength + Cardio Circuit

Alice Halvorson · October 28, 2025 ·

Join us Thanksgiving morning at 9am for the ultimate pre-feast sweat! This fun, full-body circuit blends strength and cardio to fire up your metabolism, release stress, and make a little extra room for that turkey and pie. Expect high-energy intervals, good vibes, and a great start to your holiday!

Thanksgiving Morning
November 27th, 2025
9:00 – 9:45 am 

$20 drop in or free for members!

Sign up on our livestream class page.

What the Queen of Core Wants You to Know About Ab Training

Alice Halvorson · October 9, 2025 ·

They call me the Queen of Core — not because I wear a crown to class (though that would be fun!) — but because I’ve spent the last 13 years teaching people that your core isn’t just about abs. It’s about how you move, breathe, and feel every single day.

As someone who teaches nearly every core class for Flostate, I’ve seen firsthand how transformative a strong midsection can be — for your workouts and your everyday life. Whether you’re chasing kids, lifting groceries, or pushing yourself in the gym, your core is the foundation that holds it all together.

Here’s what I want everyone to know about core training — straight from the Queen herself. 👑

1. Training your core is non-negotiable.

A strong core provides stability for your hips, protects your back, and helps you maintain good posture and balance. It supports you in every move you make — from getting out of bed to picking up your dog to running a 5K.

When your core is strong, you move better, feel better, and live better. It’s one of the best forms of self-care you can give your body.

2. You’ll breathe better.

Your core muscles don’t just stabilize you. They also play a major role in how you breathe. A strong core supports your diaphragm and helps your respiratory muscles work more efficiently, improving your breathing mechanics and posture.

Translation? You’ll feel more centered and calm during workouts, and even just walking around in daily life.

3. You’ll be more powerful.

Every movement starts from your center. Your core is the power bridge that transfers energy between your upper and lower body.

Try swinging a bat, jumping, or squatting heavy without engaging your core — it doesn’t work! A stable core allows you to produce more force, move with control, and perform better in any activity — from sports to strength training to carrying all the grocery bags in one trip.

4. You may look leaner (but it goes beyond aesthetics).

Yes, training your core can create a “drawing in” effect that helps you look leaner — improved muscle tone, posture, and alignment all work together to create that appearance. But the best part? It’s not just about looks.

A stronger core can help you feel more confident in your body, reduce discomfort, and move with ease…which is way more satisfying than any six-pack could ever be.

5. It’s more than crunches.

Your core is made up of over 30 muscles that wrap around your midsection like a natural corset — including your deep stabilizers, obliques, and back muscles.

True core training means working in every direction: flexion, extension, rotation, and anti-rotation. It’s about improving function and control — not just doing endless crunches. When you train movement, not just muscles, your whole body benefits.

After 13 years of teaching core classes, I can tell you the magic happens when people stop chasing flat abs and start training for strength and stability. That’s when everything changes.

6. Core training builds confidence.

There’s something powerful about feeling strong from the center out. A solid core changes how you stand, move, and carry yourself — and that strength translates into every part of your life.

Ready to strengthen your core (and your confidence)?

Join me for a Flostate Core class on-demand and learn how to build strength from the inside out. Whether you’re new to core training or already love it, you’ll move better, breathe deeper, and feel stronger than ever. New to Flostate? Try our 14-day free trial to get going!

See you on the mat,
Alice 💪👑
The Queen of Core

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