With the official start of 2021 – which will hopefully be so much better than 2020 – the desire to be physically fit and achieve that “beach body” (whatever that is) is at a seasonal high. Whether due to a new year’s resolution to get in shape, stay active, lose weight, or simply be more healthy, people are looking for ways to feel and look good despite being under stay-at-home orders.

Across the country, gyms are still closed thanks to the pandemic and many of us are looking for new ways to follow those fitness goals. Enter YouTube: it’s full of incredible, free workouts that are sure to get you motivated. Here are some of our favorites:

The Fitness Marshall

If you’re like me and hate working out, then The Fitness Marshall may be your answer. Fitness guru Caleb Marshall combines hit pop songs — like “Heat” by Kelly Clarkson and “Pony” by Ginuwine — with dance moves that help you break a sweat and have fun doing it. 

Fitness Blender

Run by husband-and-wife team Daniel and Kelli, Fitness Blender is a simple yet great channel. All of their videos are filmed with a white background so you can actually focus on what they’re doing. They have more than 600 full-length workout videos, and more than 150 of those are HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) to get your body moving and blood pumping. All workouts range from 5- to 45-minutes. While some videos require some basic equipment, many can be done with your body weight alone.

Popsugar Fitness

Filmed in a fitness studio with at least three people, the channels feels a bit like an old-school ’80s workout video, without the signature fashion and hair of course…but it does bring that fun group attitude right to you. The channel has different categories: beginners, HIIT, dance cardio, plus workouts targeted at different body parts. You can also choose a class based on length (10 minutes, etc.) Plus, they have a section full of no equipment cardio workouts so you can get your heart rate up without leaving the house

The Body Coach

The Body Coach (aka Joe Wicks) believes that everyone should be able to work out, no matter their fitness level or budget. The channel has more than 250 videos, including challenges, time-based workouts, and workouts for specific body types. There’s a new HIIT workout every week. One of the coolest parts of the channel is that it also has workout for kids, including a daily P.E. class that might be very helpful for any parents who have basically started homeschooling their kids.

Blogilates

No list of YouTube fitness channels is complete without Blogilates. This widely popular channel has close to 4.5 million subscribers and focuses on POP Pilates, PIIT28 and Bootcamp Sculpting. If you have no clue what those are, don’t worry. You don’t need to understand it to enjoy these workouts.  

Certified fitness instructor Cassey Ho’s friendly demeanor makes laying on a mat and working your core, legs, arms and butt almost enjoyable.

Flightmaster Yoga

This channel is not about being a perfect yogi. The motto of the channel is “It’s not about the pose.” All Lesley Fightmaster wants from you is to show up and do your best. She has a number of full-length yoga practices for anyone at any level. You can start with the for beginner videos and then work your way up to 30-minute practices, 45-minute hatha practices, and full 1-hour practices. The tone is supportive, comforting, and non-judgemental. Show up and try your best to see what happens.

Roberta’s Gym

Think of Roberta’s Gym as the Alexa of exercising. This animated trainer doesn’t really have a personality, but her on-screen timers and rep counters help you keep track of what you’re doing better than any humanoid.

BullyJuice

Despite the name, this instructor isn’t a bully at all. He offers up super motivational videos that anyone can do from the comfort of their home. And he keeps it simple: 20 minute full body workouts that require no equipment. Yes, some of the workouts will kick your ass but what do they say? No pain, no gain!

Notice any needed corrections? Please email us at corrections@wearemitu.com

Christmas may only be a few days away, but this year there won’t be as many parties and get-togethers as there were in years past. But that doesn’t mean you still can’t have some fun and dress up for just your closest family members (Or, hey! Just yourself if that’s the case).

Lucky for us, there are tons of beauty gurus on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok who are generous enough to share their creative makeup ideas with their legions of followers. One such beauty guru is Peruvian-based makeup artist Nicolle Chang.

Chang gifted her 226.1K TikTok followers with some incredible Navidad makeup looks. Some are crazy and over-the-top (like the jaw-dropping Grinch look) and some are beautiful and super-wearable.

Take a look below to see these amazing Christmas makeup TikTok tutorials by this Latina influencer!

Pretty Elf

@nicollechangc

Amo la Navidad 🎄❤️ #fyp #parati #xyz #destacame #makeuptutorials #makeup #makeupartist #christmas

♬ this is our dance give credit lol – kara

This one is pure fun. If you’re planning on being around any young children this year, why not add some magic to your family time and make yourself into an elf? Not only will you entertain the kids in your life, but you can also take a million Instagram-worthy selfies. Find all the products that Chang used here.

Sexy Santa

@nicollechangc

Christmas Vibes 🎄❤️ #makeuptutorial #fyp #parati #xyzbca #destacame

♬ All I Want for Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey

Not every Santa has to be an old bearded dude. Chang did her own twist on Santa Claus with a creative red and green eye look and a bright red lip. And of course, there’s some glitter. The look wouldn’t be complete without glitter, after all. Find all the products that Chang used here.

Downright Adorable Reindeer

@nicollechangc

Tutorial de maquillaje de Rodolfo el Reno 😍 #parati #fyp #destacame #xyzbca

♬ original sound – Sianan

Here’s another makeup look that would go over great with the kids in your life. And if you want to be super creative, you can convince your other family members to try out the other makeup looks as well. Who wouldn’t like to see Santa, an elf, and a reindeer sitting around the Christmas dinner table? Find all the products that Chang used here.

Peppermint Princess

@nicollechangc

Candy Cane Makeup Tutorial 🍭💖 #xyz #fyp #parati #destacame #makeuptutorial #makeup

♬ Jingle Bell Rock – Bobby Helms

Here’s a creative one that will be sure to turn heads around the holidays! According to Chang, this red and white striped look was inspired by all the candy canes she had lying around her house. Finish off the look by getting crafty and making your very own candy cane crown! Find all the products that Chang used here.

Senorita Grinch

@nicollechangc

Y para cerrar diciembre… el maquillaje de El Grinch 🎄💚 #fyp #parati #xyzbca #makeup #makeuptutorial #grinch #grinchmakeup

♬ El Grinch. Estoy ocupado. – Netflix en Español

If you really want to be the talk of your family get together this year (and for years to come), why not commit to a full-on Christmas transformation? And what’s more transformative than literally painting your entire face green and dressing up as the Grinch? Find all the products that Chang used here.

The Wearable Holiday Look

@nicollechangc

🎄❤️💖 #fyp #parati #xyzbca #destacame

♬ original sound – ashley trinh

Look, some people don’t necessarily want to paint their entire faces like the Grinch on Christmas Day. So Chang created a super wearable and versatile holiday makeup look. Complete with a warm smokey eye, soft glitter accents, and a deep wine lip. Find all the products that Chang used here.

Snow Glam

@nicollechangc

💙❄️ #fyp #parati #makeupartist #makeup #xyzbca

♬ Money (amended) – Cardi B

If you’re sick of red, green and gold Christmas makeup, try this blue and white frosty look. This look is also super wearable for those of us who aren’t necessarily interested in turning ourselves into a Christmas character anytime soon. Find all the products that Chang used here.

Notice any needed corrections? Please email us at corrections@wearemitu.com