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Join the First-Ever iFIT Live Workout from Everest Base Camp on March 22 at 8:00 p.m., EDT!

iFIT is headed to Mt. Everest, where we’ll be filming a brand-new series called Everest: A Trek to Base Camp! Currently being filmed and set to be released soon, this thrilling, new series is unlike anything we’ve done before, and we can’t wait to embark on this journey with you. We’re always on the hunt for the next epic location to take you to...and what’s more epic than the top of the world?

Whether you’re just getting started on your fitness journey or you’re a seasoned pro, this new series will be an adventure you’ll never forget. We have plenty of exciting events planned for you as we prepare to release this new series.

Here’s what you need to know before we take off on this journey together!

What’s coming:

March 21 at 8:00 p.m., EDT—Instagram Live Q&A to meet the iFIT Trainers

March 22 at 8:00 p.m., EDT—A Sunrise Trek on Everest: Live Workout, streaming from Nepal

Late spring, 2021—Release of the new Everest: A Trek to Base Camp Series

Instagram Live Q&A

Have a question for your Mt. Everest iFIT Guides? Make sure you’ve joined the Official iFIT Member Page on Facebook and that you’re following @iFIT on Instagram. There, you can submit your questions before the guides go LIVE on Instagram! They’ll be answering all of your questions on March 21, 2021.

Be sure to turn on your iFIT Instagram notifications, so you don’t miss out! To do so:

Follow @iFIT on Instagram.
Tap “Notifications.”
Then tap the toggle to “On.”
You’ll get a notification the next time we post, start a story, or go live!

Preview Everest with an iFIT Live Workout

iFit Sunrise Trek on Everest walking workout

To give you a little taste of what's coming, we’ll be hosting A Sunrise Trek on Everest: Live Workout! Here's what you need to know:

Streaming live on Monday, March 22, 2021
Trek starts at 8:00 p.m., EDT (that’s sunrise on Everest)
Join on your iFIT-enabled treadmill or elliptical or via the iFIT app by tapping the "Live" button
Join up to 10 minutes early

This Live Workout is not available on the live schedule yet, but will be visible on the schedule Tuesday, March 16. To access the Live Workout, tap the “Live” button on your console, tablet, or phone. This will take you to the live schedule, where you can see the trainers and upcoming workouts. When the Sunrise Trek on Everest: Live Workout becomes available, it will appear here. Simply tap to join!

For more information on the Trek, you can view this event on Facebook.

Join the facebook event

About the Live Workout

During this brief train-to-terrain hike, you’ll climb up Kala Patthar with an iFIT Trainer and the iFIT Community while learning more about the trail. You'll reach the end of the workout at 18,300 feet, gazing at the summit of Mt. Everest and soaking in spectacular views of the Himalayas! Regardless of your fitness level, the A Sunrise Trek on Everest: Live Workout, will be an unforgettable adventure.

Also, when you participate in the Live Workout in real time, you’ll be eligible to receive an exclusive iFIT reward to celebrate your accomplishment! Get ready to hike, and we’ll meet you in Nepal!

Everest: A Trek to Base Camp Series

The iFIT team is currently on location, filming the Everest: A Trek to Base Camp Series, coming soon. The new series, which is being filmed now, will include 18 workouts that will improve your cardiovascular training while you experience breathtaking terrain. You'll be guided by elite iFIT Guides throughout your entire journey. You’ll experience steady-speed workouts with New Zealand mountaineer and Everest summiter Lydia Bradey, climbs with expert alpinist Kenton Cool, and recovery days with adventure enthusiast Ang Tshering Lama.

Ready to join us for this once-in-a-lifetime experience? Be sure to mark your calendars for the Instagram Live Q&A and A Sunrise Trek to Everest: Live Workout. Now, meet your three Everest iFIT Guides!

Meet your Mt. Everest iFIT Guides

Kenton Cool

With a deep love for mountains and climbing, iFIT Guide Kenton Cool has scaled Mt. Everest a total of 14 times in his mountaineering career, once summiting the daunting mountain twice in the same week!

Lydia Bradey

Growing up in New Zealand, Lydia began climbing at a young age and has gone on to be the first woman to successfully summit Mt. Everest without any supplemental oxygen. She is also the only woman to have successfully guided Everest five times!

Ang Tshering Lama

As a guide, Ang is always willing to go the extra mile to help others, whether that’s teaching outdoor programs to kids from disadvantaged backgrounds or being part of the world’s highest rescue. This feat was completed at 8,600 meters elevation on Everest, where they were able to save 2 lives. No matter what, you can trust Ang to lead you safely up any treacherous summit.

Disclaimer: This blog post is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. The above information should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, sleep methods, daily activity, or fitness routine. iFIT assumes no responsibility for any personal injury or damage sustained by any recommendations, opinions, or advice given in this article. Always follow the safety precautions included in the owner’s manual of your fitness equipment.

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People Need People: The Positive Effects of Socializing

As human beings, we are social creatures by nature. Instinctively, we don’t like feeling alone, and our bodies and brains actually function better when we are surrounded by others. We are basically wired to be social. If you were to google “why humans need humans” or anything along those lines, you’ll find a plethora of articles explaining why social connections and friendships are vital to our health and well-being. Outside of our family units, when we have friends we can lean on, laugh with, cry with, and talk to, we are nourishing ourselves physically, mentally, and emotionally. We need that connectivity not only to survive, like this article suggests, but to thrive. Whether you’re someone who prefers to have just a few really close pals, or you’re a social butterfly with a lot of friends, at the end of the day, we need those relationships. Here are the top three reasons we need friendships in our lives! Friendships improve our health Research has shown that having strong social connections is vital to our health. For starters, it can reduce stress levels, ward off depression and suicide, lower the risk of dementia, heart disease, and cancer, as well as boost our immune system...and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. It’s also easier to exercise and live a healthier lifestyle when you have the support of friends and family. Friends extend our life expectancy Aside from improving our overall health, maintaining friendships can also add years to our lives—just like regular exercise, healthy eating habits, and not smoking. Multiple studies have found that people who have positive relationships with their family, friends, and community are happier and tend to live longer. Some studies have even gone as far to conclude that social belongingness is just as important as physical survival needs, such as food and shelter. Friends make life more fun This might not be a mind-blowing revelation, but friends bring an abundant amount of happiness to our lives. While I’m sure you can find enjoyment doing certain things solo, I’d argue that most things are more fun when you do it with someone else. There’s an unexplainable joy that comes from sharing experiences with people we care about. Studies have shown, including this one conducted back in 2011, that having meaningful social relationships affects our neurobiological endogenous opioid system (think endorphins), triggering the part of the brain that makes us feel good. Simply put, connecting and interacting with our friends gives us happy feelings. Ever caught up with an old friend, then felt really good afterwards? Those are your endorphins kicking in, telling you that what you just did is healthy for your emotional and physical health! So, no matter what stage of life you’re in, make it a priority to get out and do things with your friends. Whether it’s a quick phone call or grabbing lunch, keep your friends close and remember to have fun!