Synopsis of the App: With classes for all levels and at various lengths, Glo is a yoga, Pilates and meditation app designed to support a busy lifestyle.
Price and Platform: Free. iOS and Android.
RDN Score: 5/5
Pros
Easy-to-use app with an intuitive design that inspires action.
Set a weekly goal and track progress from the home page to stay engaged.
Starts with a three-question survey to personalize your practice.
Set a focus on the basics, strength, flexibility, prenatal, focus and productivity or advanced practice among other areas of focus.
Check-in questions help identify your favorite ways to practice self-care and guide Glo’s recommendations for content such as showing classes with or without props.
Stellar staff of instructors with different areas of expertise in yoga, Pilates, meditation and more.
Take guided classes to accomplish a particular goal, such as breathing to release stress and post-run balance.
Regularly updated for a fresh experience as often as possible.
Use the meditation timer to help with self-guided meditations. It includes a catalog of ambient sounds and chimes to help provide a calm environment.
Option to connect to the Health app to track heart rate and calories, record mindful minutes and see workouts in one place.
Download classes to practice offline.
Cons
As with most online exercise programs, you don’t get the benefit of an instructor watching your form and offering adjustments.
Without a set class to attend in person, it’s easy to put off the activity. But this is no fault of the app.
Bottom Line: Ideal for the new or experienced yogi seeking a little guidance and inspiration, Glo makes it easy to start or stay in practice anytime, anywhere.
Marisa Moore, MBA, RDN, LD, is based in Atlanta and specializes in culinary nutrition, communications and consulting. She blogs at marisamoore.com. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter.
Synopsis of the App: With classes for all levels and at various lengths, Glo is a yoga, Pilates and meditation app designed to support a busy lifestyle.
