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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.

Spring Strength Reset Challenge

Alice Halvorson · March 20, 2026 ·

Challenge yourself, get stronger and reset for spring!

Join Flostate’s all new Spring Strength Reset 3-week Livestream Class Challenge! Get out of that winter slump and into a more energetic – and STRONG – you!

Dates: April 6 – 26th
Cost: $49/Individual, $79/Family
Free for Flostate Members

SIGN UP HERE

We’ve tweaked our schedule to provide a muscle-building assortment of workouts to have you feeling firm and fierce by May! (Don’t worry, there is yoga on the schedule too.) Muscle is our key to longevity and a better “health span” as we age!

This challenge will get you moving 6 out of 7 days and keep you accountable & motivated through auto-scheduling, daily text messages, weekly emails and anytime support from Rachel & Alice! We’ll even provide a tracker for you to record your progress and thoughts that contains a bonus 2 week workout plan to follow after the challenge is done.

Gather a few friends and sign up now. It’s the perfect way to “reset” for spring! 

SIGN UP HERE

12 Days of Fitmas Holiday Workout Collection

Alice Halvorson · December 18, 2025 ·

12 Days of Fitmas: Free Holiday Workout Collection

Looking for an easy, realistic way to stay active between Christmas and New Year’s? 12 Days of Fitmas is your answer.

This free on-demand fitness collection includes 12 workouts, each just 10 minutes long, designed to be completed daily from December 25 through January 5. Short, effective, and approachable—these workouts help you stay consistent without taking time away from what matters most during the holidays.

Each day features a different focus to keep your body balanced and energized:

  • Core & Glutes

  • Upper Body, Arms & Legs

  • Cardio & Planks

  • Yoga, Stretch & Recovery

  • Total Body Strength

All workouts use minimal at-home equipment (dumbbells, resistance band, stability ball, and a mat) and are suitable for all fitness levels, with options to modify as needed.

Whether you’re maintaining your routine, getting back into movement, or simply carving out 10 minutes for yourself, 12 Days of Fitmas helps you feel strong, grounded, and ready to roll into the new year.

✨ Free. Flexible. Festive.
✨ Available on Flostate and YouTube

This on-demand collection will be available on December 25th!

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.

Mindful Strength: Moving with Purpose in Your 50s, 60s, and Beyond

Rachel Larson · June 13, 2025 ·

If your workouts in your 20 were about sweat and your 30s were about juggling everything, your 50s and 60s might be asking a new question: How do I move to feel strong, capable and energized for the long haul?

You’re not chasing six-packs for personal records anymore. You’re chasing vitality – ease in your joints, confidence in your step and the ability to keep doing what you love for decades to come.

This is where mindful strength comes in.

What is Mindful Strength?

Mindful strength training is about building functional strength – not for performance but for life. It means moving intentionally, listening to your body, and focusing on the muscles and movements that support your daily activities:

  • Lifting groceries with ease
  • Getting up and down from the floor
  • Keeping balance on a walk or hike
  • Feeling steady and strong as you move through your day

It’s strength that feels good and does good – for your bones, your posture, your mood and your future.

Why it matters more than ever after 50

Aging isn’t something to fight, it’s something to move with. But that movement has to be smart. Here’s why strength training is essential in midlife and beyond:

  • Preserves bone density to reduct the risk of fractures
  • Improves balance and coordination to help prevent falls
  • Boosts metabolism and supports joint health
  • Supports independence by keeping everyday tasks easier
  • Lifts mood and combats brain fog with better blood flow and energy

The key? Doing it consistently and doing it in a way the supports your body rather than punishing it.

What Mindful Strength looks like at Flostate

At Flostate Yoga + Fitness, our strength classes are designed with purpose. We’re not shouting over music or pushing people to exhaustion. We’re teaching strength that meets you where you are – whether you are rebuilding after an injury, returning after time away or simply ready to feel stronger and more connected to your body.
Here is what to expect.

  • Functional movements that mimic real-life tasks (like squatting, reaching and carrying)
  • Mindful pacing with plenty of cues, options and breath awareness
  • Balanced workouts that build strength without burnout
  • Supportive coaching that encourages progress without pressure

Ready to Build Strength That Serves You?

We’d love to help you get started. Check out our strength classes (virtual and in-person) and on-demand Daily Lift Program. Find it all right here on our website.

Have questions? Let’s chat. You can sign up for a free 30 minute consultation with Alice or Rachel. We’ll help you find the right fit for your body and your goals. Or email us at info@theflostate.com.

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