The Strangest Workouts on Tik Tok

[@CinnaCyberia]

A lot of women don't feel comfortable in a regular gym due to harassment, judgement, and a male dominated environment. It makes sense that they'd make secondary places that do silly or experimental exercises to get their exercise fix and bond with other women. Me and many of my afab friends don't feel comfortable in a contemporary gym space. Not to mention that a lot of these women are middle-aged, might've had children and likely cannot work-out the same way they did when they were younger. These all are really silly but like Jacob said, in the end all that matters is people are taking care of their bodies and health.

[@japanesecinema6736]

Get off social media, you have brainworms. I go to the gym and there are plenty of women and men working out. Noone cares or is judging you. Everyone is focused on themselves for the most part.

[@ppeans]

Also the trampoline exercises are making me tired to look at. I have a big trampoline and that sh!t kills me just trying to be leisurely. And I'm decently fit.

[@meganjones758]

Yesss the first thing I noticed with the classes was that it was mostly women, sign me up! The gym is fine but I always feel uncomfortable. Going when it’s mostly empty helps but it’s almost worse when it’s just me (afab) and 1 or 2 men. Also a lot of the machines are just too big for me and I’m not a small frame by any means.

[@idk5491]

I agree. Like these workouts actually look so fun icl and these people are getting exercise in a way that they enjoy. Women will get shouted at for being unfit and then made fun of when they’re at the gym, doing these workouts AND doing traditional workouts.

[@ardaybeluday2444]

My mom is 50y.o. and has 3 children, one of us is still a child. She goes to regular gym just fine. I mean these things in the video aren't bad, but it's not like moms can't go to regular gym.

[@Deus_ex_lucifina]

One thing I’ve learned on my fitness journey: If I show up to a gym class and the little old white ladies are there, I know that shit goes hard. They’re in the yoga classes, the Zumba classes, the various Aqua fitness classes…they know what’s fun, effective, low-impact, and scalable with age/fitness level. Plus they’re so supportive and they never bother with the goofy/dangerous trends.

[@sleepyspacegremlin]

Damn I wanna be like them...

[@spOOkytimes]

I took a pilates class and was shocked at who was there. I was happy because I thought it was going to be on the easier side since I was new. I was so wrong.

[@cowboyspiderspew-pew1941]

Swinging and jumping around for an hour sounds like a blast

[@spOOkytimes]

As a former child who did a much more dangerous version of this on the swing set, I can confirm.

[@sydneyhuff6976]

I worked in a retirement home where we do “chair exercises” because of the different range of motions. Now when I look at exercises I look through the lens of “how accessible is this for people?” And I bet some of these would be so good for people with disabilities- esp the cardio ball one

[@dr.spookybones3965]

Yeah, as long as an exercise isn’t dangerous or can be performed safely or with modifications, I don’t see the problem. Too many people don’t exercise period, so anything that gets people moving is a win in my book

[@anarchobaby]

yep, i'm disabled and can't exercise in regular ways, so i'm always looking out for things to do that just simply make me move my body in some way

[@fenrirgallant8766]

literally my thoughts as a disabled person myself!! normal exercise will literally take me out for 2-4 days.

[@Cove_Blue]

Too many people forget disabled people exist or just that not everyone can do everything they can in general so I appreciate you being considerate of that. I definitely struggle to find ways to move that won't leave me worse off than I was before so I'm excited to see people trying all sorts of ways to get moving that people of different abilities might be able to do.

[@yoogrldude]

Tbh, as someone who hates exercise because weight makes everything high impact, some of these things designed to be low impact (as in my knees and back won’t be killing me for slamming all weight down onto single points) look legit fun and less painful than trying to run lmao

[@msjkramey]

Right? I had to relearn how to walk after a coma, and I was lucky enough to be able to do a portion of my physical therapy in the water. It really helped me get a full range of motion back while building up strength thanks to the buoyancy. I know it gets stereotyped as something that's for old ladies, but maybe check out water aerobics? It seems kind of similar to the stuff I had to work on that was helpful

[@LITMasonEdits]

Same, I have a destroyed hip joint so I'm prohibited from anything high impact. Stuff that gets me moving but doesn't rip my joints out of place, like jumping on a springy trampoline instead of the hard ground, sound very compelling

[@R0291-l1l]

Seriously. I have a knee that gets easily messed up from playing tournament softball growing up, and literally every workout I can find includes squats. And searching up "workouts for bad knees" or "workouts with knee injury" pull up workouts specifically putting impact on knees lol. The fitness industry has no interest in actually helping people in larger bodies who want to move safely

[@fr4nKensTe1nss]

i wish the gyms in my town offered the silly looking workout classes as opotions because im tired of going to the gym and having men come tell me how wrong im using the weight machines in the most demeaning and rude manner every time. so yeah i think most women would pick this over the regular training without a second thought

[@stubdteauzgautugaux]

you need a stronger RBF and meet their intensity by staring at the men staring at you. they'll leave you alone

[@x-gate-gate-gate]

💯

[@recklesslady758]

Look at clubs for retired or elderly they usually have all the cool classes. None of the gyms in my town do cool stuff like this but this is this one club for retired people and they have bingo on Wednesday night but every night they have fun classes like these even the flying one its crazy

[@elizabethnoneofyourbuisnes2806]

I like seeing these non traditional types of workouts! I see it more as if it gets you moving, your heart rate going, and you enjoy it then go for it! The trampoline people honestly just reminded me of a big cycling class, only it's trampolines.

[@Dahlily]

I tried that shit and i almost died, it was rough going this hard for an hour 🤣 we didnt have to scream though

[@mortalgarden]

that first exercise unironically looks so fun to me exclusively because of the inclusion of trampolines. i used to love jumping on them before my disability made it too difficult to enjoy 😭 just seems like a really good time too to just be doing all that. love adding whimsy to exercise, it probably adds a positive link to exercise for your brain, too, for people who dislike or don't enjoy it. which is really good

[@solisinvictus4238]

it is, I have one of those and it is good for the lymphatic system

[@startaru]

i just checked out your profile and you seem really cool lol 😭 sorry this is so off topic

[@natbatrat-d7e]

i gotta say, i tried going to the gym and absolutely hated it. everything is loud, chaotic, and it feels like im being judged by people who are more experienced than me. the only places where i’ve felt truly comfortable working out were pilates, pole dancing and water gymnastics. the soaring and trampoline workouts might look silly as hell, but i can bet that they are effective. i’ve tried a trampoline lesson once and i didn’t last five minutes, my balance was so off that those bars could’ve lowkey saved me from possibly falling face first on the floor if i stayed there for longer.

[@x-gate-gate-gate]

Pole dance is legit the hardest workout I have ever done

[@angrykatdoes]

Those bungee classes are fun! I had a friend talk me into going to a couple. Even though it's low impact(due to your bodyweight being held up partially by bungees), it's a great way to get that cardio and a little strength training! Also, the flying around part was MAGNIFICENT. Edit: spelling

[@absbsbrkdndjrb]

I totally get what you mean, and I'm glad you found something that works for you! I also want to say to you and to anyone else reading this that the gym is usually (though I don't know your actual location, of course) pretty supportive. You might feel like people are judging you, but 99 out of 100 times they really aren't. It just takes some getting used to, but I've found that people are a lot nicer than you'd think, especially to beginners. The stereotype is that gym people are mean, but I've never found that to be true!

[@missmeeeshelle]

As someone who has taken one of the bungee classes, I can confirm it was so much fun. Lots of cardio, very sweaty, flying around for an hour. 10/10 recommend.

[@rebekahbudd5830]

Huge fan of people finding fun ways of exercising. As part of treating my hypothyroidism I've been walking and doing yoga and HIIT workouts at home.

[@Jolie991]

god forbid people work out in a way that's fun and not punishing

[@xoxo.sevenn]

Right

[@nomoretwitterhandles]

Some of these are a little dangerous (like the dude jumping around the gym like a weird little spider), some are really pervy and weird (like the spread-eagle lady), but some of these aren't problematic or anything. Silly or cringe or whatever, at least they're being active and harmless. If I could go flying around as a way to be fit, why not? It looks really fun! Also, as someone who can't work out because of various mental disorders keeping me from focusing on 1 second of Jumping Jack (and also I have a hand disability so I cannot hold weights or do pushups), I dance as a workout. There is nothing wrong with unconventional workouts as long as you're happy and you're not getting in the way of anyone else. And let's maybe stop recording people at the gym without their consent? That's why I don't go to gyms in the first place lol. (Thanks for calling those folks out, Jacob!)

[@boggie8754]

The way you wear your hats makes you look like a little goblin with an acorn cap. I like it though.

[@heattexhaustion]

HELP I SEE IR

[@hug_bug]

this BETTER get pinned

[@raynie96]

I love this comment

[@chiostxr]

I cant unsee it now

[@SkiddlyBink]

goblin looking ass (affectionate)

[@kalokai_ri]

8:40 okay but the bungee excercise is actually an amazing workout for people with bad joint pain because it lessens the impact on ur joints (same reason why swimming is a big rec from occupational therapists) and is actually a way to make excerise more accessible for people with physical disabilities

[@WatsonAndDaughter]

The only thing cringy about those are the ones where ppl are screaming unnecessarily

[@randomtinypotatocried]

The screaming is the only thing that would make me not want to do these classes. Otherwise they look fun

[@jford1877]

The screaming people make me laugh because they don't take themselves seriously and are very supportive people who want the instructors to have some kind of response. I didn't get them at first and I'm still kinda quiet but now I love and appreciate every "whoop" I hear from somewhere in the room. Haha

[@howdyitsren]

men at the gym will do so much to look intense other than have proper form, put away their weights, clean up after themselves, not shout, mind the fact that they share the space with other people

[@spOOkytimes]

Long-time gym-goers can spot those people from a mile away too. You can tell when someone is there for business and knows the rules vs being a selfish attention-seeker. I'd rather see a person lifting a 10 lb dumbbell with perfect form than a person lifting a 50 lb one who gives me anxiety.

[@drazzie22]

idc if its cringe these look really fun and i wish i could try them (idk if we have any of those here and if guys are allowed)

[@drazzie22]

i always hated exercising and something fun like trampoline or floating around on elastics would make me look forward to it

[@msjkramey]

​@@drazzie22I feel like the trampoline one would kick my ass lol. But I'd be down to try it and feel like a little kid again. Half the battle when it comes to exercise is finding something you enjoy (or at least tolerate) enough to be consistent

[@supersouda]

i cant even be mad the bungee jumping one looks so fun

[@tenebraintus]

And its high impact too, it's not as easy as it looks, I went once and my legs hurt much more that my average cardio

[@blue-dabad33]

@@tenebraintus genuine question, how so? I had assumed that it was a low-impact exercise (again, genuinely curious, sorry if it comes off rude!)

[@tenebraintus]

@@blue-dabad33 Well, its cardio, so its generally pretty high impact - jumping up and down, doing these dancing,flying, running around moves, and also at the same time you have to basically fight against the tension of a rope - the way people in the video can soar is that the rope bring them back when they jump out. If you're interested I would recommend, but also this rope gets atrached to your waist and it can be a bit uncomfortable to the stomach sometimes. I would recommend search videos of bungee workouts before going💖

[@aprildean1274]

My jaw literally dropped at how relatable it is to picture you crying and sweating and screaming in a dark spin class to hellogoodbye cause I would also start screaming and crying

[@ImmaStackling]

SAME like i gasped bc i would also cry if i heard that some unprovoked when i was already vulnerable lmao

[@Prodbny]

I would love to see a room full of body builders doing these exercises just soaring through the air

[@natalie_sipes]

I'm in OT school and the main part of what we do is to find a way for our patients to get back to what they like doing, so we are always thinking of ways to modify things. I think things like the trampoline and moon boot classes are a GREAT idea to help people truly enjoy working out!! They're super creative and they prevent exercise from becoming stale and repetitive which is often the case when going to the gym and doing the same workouts. Plus you get to listen to music and it looks like everyone is having a ton of fun. People also do things like these classes and aqua aerobics because it's easier on the joints while still getting great cardio in. Honestly I might sign up for a trampoline class lol

[@MadameCirce]

Not gonna lie, the trampoline exercise looks hella fun. A lot of these look fun. I'm into it.

[@musicavolgare2655]

I'm half tempted to send Jacob my 80's moon boots. He would find out that they are essentially mini trampolines for your feet. Get some handlebars, and you're right there with the screaming ladies.

[@sweetpsych7]

Hey there, that first clip was from Pound Fitness, and I was an instructor for the longest time (before my gym dropped my class). It's a super effective HIIT workout with ab, leg, and glute work and ridiculous cardio. Its super deceiving to see from the outside, but SO tough! Don't knock it til you try it! Also, it's super adaptive and able to be differentiated for different populations, abilities, etc. It makes exercise really accessible like other people mentioned about these "unconventional" seeming workouts.

[@kaylavanderlaan1675]

**deletes paragraph** 😅 I am someone who has multiple autoimmune diseases that forced me to quit dancing. I was a competitive dancer for 13 years, but my doctor said if I wanted to walk when I was 30, I had to stop. So naturally, I gained quite a bit of weight and got quite out of shape. However, I found aerial fitness. Specifically bungee fitness. It helps me so much. My knees are shit and I can actually do squats and other things I couldn’t do before because of bungee fitness. I also do pole fitness. I have gained so much muscle back and my body is doing so much better and my doctor is okay with everything. I am very protective of my workout classes because they have helped me so much since I cannot physically do “normal” workouts. I’m so happy that you made the final statement you did regarding people doing whatever makes them feel good.

[@TheFangirlOtaku]

The dude flopping on the floor like a fish out of water is SENDING me. 😭😭 Also I don't know what you're talking about that handle trampoline thing looks like so much fun

[@romanticghost7508]

Honestly, I think that if these workouts are fun and work for people they should absolutely do them! As long as you’re having fun and doing exercise in a way that isn’t going to hurt you, I think it’s good. Honestly, I’ve done Zumba with my mom and that workout will kick your ass.

[@beagle9662]

anytime i see the bungee videos i just know it’s so fun to swing around in those things

[@blue-dabad33]

The most important thing for me about these exercises is that they look fun as hell, and finding a workout that's fun is so much more important than one that's "optimal" because that's the one you're going to stick to. If I've had a long day at work and my mental health is flagging putting on a bungee cord and pretending to be a superhero sounds a thousand times more enticing than picking up big metal things and getting accosted by men as i do it

[@sweetsour4375]

Those ladies know how to have fun while exercising!

[@sammythesnack]

4:26 bro really said drop on the deck and flop like a fish

[@taylordenton6253]

As someone who has always found a hard ass time finding motivation to work out because I simply HATE it, but know its very good for my body and want to do it, these workouts look actually super fun. Every time I see one of these videos making fun of "middle ages women doing anything to avoid lifting weights" makes me roll my eyes. I am a 25 year old woman and I want to find one of these classes so damn bad. Bouncing around, or flying back and forth, burning calories, AND avoiding harassment at gyms? Sounds like a huge win to me.

[@LITMasonEdits]

I think a lot of these unconventional workouts are designed initially for people with specific disabilities because I'm someone with a destroyed SI joint in my hip and I'm medically prohibited from running and jogging because the hardness of the ground can jar my hip out of place. Because of this, I could see myself benefiting from the trampoline class

[@thepainthepain]

I would do these as like a fun vacation activity, nevermind working out I wanna hop around and swing

[@kayla_mallen]

I truly believe that the most effective workout is the one you enjoy, and the one that encourages you to keep moving -- whatever it might possibly look like!

[@wormsonstring]

The going through the air one actually looks so fun though, especially if it was just for fun instead of exercise

[@Scrimmified]

oh man a lot of these exercises reminds me of shit like future flips or those trampoline warehouses. I used to love that stuff..... we all yearn to go absolutely stupid mode in a foam pit

[@nefelibata3213]

Middle-aged women, aka people who've likely had babies and need different exercises than all the 20-something gym bros. So happy Jacob is a chill dude and not ragging on them, but also yeah, those workouts strengthen the pelvic floor, that is like the #1 strength issue after shooting a tiny tot out yer cooter. Never disappointed when I watch Jacob's vids for the chiller, you-do-you-boo vibe

[@666_cthulhu]

9:00 as a bald person, you’ll have to fight me for that role

[@southparkfirefly]

I mean at least the workouts look fun.

[@treemoney]

dudes saying "will do anything to avoid 'normal workouts'" are the same dudes that would definitely bully me for having bubblegum toothpaste. im BRUSHING my teeth man, would you rather i didnt?? i just wanna have a little fun on this hell earth while doing it

[@sapphosgirlfriend]

Wait I’m literally subbed to you lmao Is your cat still alive?

[@treemoney]

@@sapphosgirlfriend HUH.. wild.... yes my cat is still alive if you mean the white one 😳

[@laurenpaulin7421]

the "women's" workouts just look like people having fun and getting some exercise in while doing so, that's what i can get behind.

[@useruser-kx8dc]

Tbh, the drumming ones (especially the first one where they're whacking the floor) kind of look like they're inspired by taiko drumming, which is traditional Japanese drumming and is strenuous as hell, so I imagine it could actually be really good exercise! A family friend does taiko and she's absolutely yoked. Just because it isn't picking up heavy stuff a buncha times doesn't mean that it won't make you strong :)

[@stretchmonster]

Never listened to "Here (In Your Arms)" before, but I had to check it out after you mentioned it. Slaps! Serendipity!

[@ew8831]

the soaring one is actually perfect training for when they need to fly south for the winter

[@maggiebee619]

It always makes me laugh when the alpha males make fun of this because they literally run around on a field with other men chasing a ball and think its not silly

[@dancetx]

Damn, now I wanna try most of these. I love alternative exercise, like dancing for cardio (fun and enjoyable) instead of running (boring and unneccesary). More workouts should be freaking fun instead of feeling like a chore!!

[@xtlsvideopodthelaststate1843]

I love that "the bald guy from that Creed thing that time" is a valid role to desire. Super-niche, but if nothing else, you're on the list for "that bald guy from that Creed thing that time".

[@brittanybertolin8693]

One thing about the swinging thing is i know people with joint issues do exercise while not straining their joints. Like for people with arthritis or other mobility issues

[@Starrynights1924]

Sometimes I think you're so relatable but then you say "pop" instead of soda and I remember you're Canadian.

[@luminescentrose5290]

4:27 the cockroach in the corner of my dorm as I try to drown it in dollar store bug spray

[@cutekittensmeow]

I love how Jacob makes fun of something while also being supportive.

[@sukai121]

Those workouts look like so much fun and a great way to get motivated and exercise without feeling like it’s “a workout”. I also love that it’s mostly women and I would feel much more comfortable going to one of those than a regular gym.

[@ariw9405]

I love it hey if they’re having fun and it gets them engaged I’m all for it. Love the positivity

[@WickedCheetah]

That guy beating up the ground is training to become a Hunter from Left 4 Dead if the zombie apocalypse ever happens

[@leeeeeeeeeeeeeviathan]

I love how positive Jacob is in this video

[@ragdollrose2687]

I'm disabled and can't stand for too long. The bungee flying workout thing seems like a lot of fun and a good way for people like me to move a bit 😊

[@potato-uj9dk]

i unironically really wanna try the one where they soar through the air, that looks SO fun. ive always wanted to be able to fly since i was a kid lmaoo

[@xoxo.sevenn]

why do you even care that it’s “silly”? As long as people are moving and getting their blood pumping, why does it matter? many women don’t feel comfortable in male dominated spaces.

[@jacquierojas]

1:21 NGL that drumstick workout looks fun!!!

[@swagmasterlikesb00bs43]

the guy jumping on the floor reminds me of your cat chasing a laser pointer

[@korina-ellap3867]

Tbf as someone who has bad knees and a bad ankle I would love to do that bungee workout! These places seems so fun and safer than normal workouts- like Jacob said they seem silly but if they’re having fun and being active then who cares!

[@LivvyBooks]

I do love how people will try anything to make exercise fun and different. I applaud whoever thinks up the various off the wall ideas like these. Maybe my local gym has similar stuff!

[@nicooooooooooo33687]

All of the bouncy group workout classes look so fun, like bro I wanna bounce on a trampoline with a bunch of other people to get my cardio in.

[@arranmphillips]

I'm so glad you're goofing on these workouts but not hating on the women, they're not bothering anyone

[@sleepyspacegremlin]

I love these silly exercises! I hate exercising and they seem like a creative and challenging way to move your body. I have chronic illnesses and need exercise to stay well.

[@Pepper-sg5rc]

jacob you’re fr so chill to watch 3:32 beautiful tattoo!! 8:01 ok but for a stretch that would go hard. open up those taint muscles lol 10:23 so wholesome seeing you in your spin class element. i’m glad you enjoy it!! omg i would have cried at here (in your arms) too!!!!

[@medicalgirl3]

The middle aged women not working out video is so funny because it looks fun as hell like why do fitness bros want exercise to be a chore? Why can't it be fun like that

[@gracie20]

The trampoline workout looks EXHAUSTING tbh! good for all of them, finding a way to be healthy that doesn’t feel like a punishment is so important!!!

[@blahblahblahEMILY]

ok but i would 100% do all of these if i weren't disabled

[@Patchouliprince]

It’s silly to laugh about but I like to work out by dancing around my house (very badly) so as long as it works for them lmao

[@srishtihota7020]

The soaring through the air looks fun af though

[@venom_1072]

So whimsical this shit looks so fun this the type of shit they just bring out for gym class in elementary

[@auddytotty85]

tell me you don’t wanna go soaring through the air like that one actually seems so fun

[@fiobt]

Hot take: I LOVE THESE KINDS OF EXERCISES. They’re going to keep you engaged with something new and fun that breaks you out of routine. Yeah they’re silly but also…. who cares go have fun lol

[@ReusableSalad]

A lot of these look really fun idk why some people are like "white women do anything but actually workout" just let people exercise in a way that they enjoy and find fun?? They're getting exercise and they're enjoying it. Where's the problem???

[@nika_fr]

why tf did harrisonjenkins4243 say pee pee thats so mean a third time

[@gretanicolosi5283]

Just want to add to the old lady themed producer tags: “Daycare took it to ten”

[@Greutter1999]

If you're moving your body and getting your heart rate up you're working out. Just gotta be careful you aren't doing something that can hurt you.

[@jojol.2630]

I’d do rather do any one of these workouts than doing reps four an hour and a half. That stuff makes me want to off myself it’s so boring. Also can we stop filming people at the gym??? The group ones at least look like they’re filming a demonstration, but just filming someone minding their own business is beyond cruel.

[@maxevocal]

I've seen cardio drumming before, but it was a class literally for seniors 😂

[@zeniascreativespace3890]

This added silliness to my Friday chores, I love it so much! this made me go and google these kinds of exercises because it looks like the kind of weird fun I'm looking for Also, the guy in the background at 4:33 is probably an Olympian, he's the real star in that clip that doesn't need to show off

[@mcfrog5473]

Some of these like the cardio drumming remind me of Wii Fit minigames😆 that shit was the best. I’m all here for any opportunity to make exercise more fun

[@Butterpaned]

Oh fuck yeah I was just looking for a new video 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@MarkSmith-lq3yb]

"i don't give a darn about workin out" 😀

[@Alllineedisonemic]

8:02 🤣 Yo! Chill lady! 🤣 Extended Kagles lol

[@Beeperoni]

They look like they’re having fun!

[@hippyhair1920]

They’re just jealous that those women are having more fun than they are

[@SunlightHugger]

Y'know... I would LOVE to just jump around, climb, smack stuff! So long as no one is throwing out a hip or a shoulder, at least they're moving around!

[@rosagude]

Dude... that trampoline workout class looks fire

[@pinkpunther]

2:36 as someone who has terrible balance, i would appreciate the handle bars to hold on to so im not constantly falling off the single-person trampoline

[@kathleenallen4443]

i never understand when ppl are like “middle aged women will do everything but go to the gym” bc they’re having so much more fun than these gym bro weight lifters ever will during a workout

[@glummywyrm]

Wow, I love the colors on Jacob's arm tattoo so much!

[@Smokeybluetheraccoon]

NGL, all of those looked like so much fun

[@jessehaslungs]

Are you dressed like a bottle of Elmer's Glue on purpose or did it just happen

[@adriangonzalez3600]

Even doing the dumbest looking exercise is 1000x better than being sedentary every minute of your day (unless you get hurt)

[@gilbej91]

Ngl these classes look fun as but I got less coordination than a one legged tortoise who has been spun around 20 times blind folded.

[@piersnivans5983]

Even more of a reason to try them out!

[@AnneliesVeldman]

This is how I learned about that Creed halftime show, and oh my god that is SO good

[@myplaylists6310]

Those swings look like so much fun!