Instant Alert: We tried the science-backed 7-minute fitness routine that's going viral — and it actually works

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS   |   UNSUBSCRIBE   |   VIEW ONLINE   We tried the science-backed 7-minute fitness routine that's going viral — and it actually works by Erin Brodwin on Mar 28, 2016, 10:15 AM Advertisement When we first heard about the 7-minute workout, an app that promises to grant you the benefits of a sweaty bike ride and a trip to the gym in just a few minutes, we thought it was all hype. But as it turns out, the app actually, well, works you out. We tried it for ourselves for the first time in January, and we're still hooked. It's perfect on the weekends, when I can't make it to a yoga class, or as something fun to do with a friend at home. Here's how it works: NEXT UP: 11 fitness 'truths' that are doing more harm than good SEE ALSO: Everyone is misinterpreting a new study about American diets First thing's first: The entire workout takes just 7 minutes, and it looks super simple. Initially, I was skeptical I could accomplish this much in such a narrow time frame. The workout consists of 12 standard exercises like jumping jacks, sit-ups, and push-ups. Ten of them require nothing but your own body (you'll need a chair that can support your weight for the others). The New York Times' version of the app shows proper positioning for each, which you do for 30 seconds: To do my workout, all I used was a yoga mat, the hardwood floor of my office, a wall, and a stool. See the rest of the story at Business Insider   Share the latest business news with your network: Email sent to:   |   Manage your email preferences   |   Unsubscribe Terms of Service   |   Privacy Policy Business Insider. 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011