I recently started using Gixo after the founder Selina Tobaccowala posted about it in our Female Founders Community. I’ve been using a bunch of different fitness apps during the years to try and stay active despite my hectic schedule as a startup founder.

I tried the Bikini Body Guide “Sweat” app by Kayla Itsines, but dropped after a few months as my schedule became more demanding. Then I thought if I sign up for classes, the accountability will make it harder for me to drop so I started using ClassPass, but the commute to different locations pretty much killed my routine.

When I started using Gixo it surprised me. At first when I downloaded the app I thought it was another video fitness app, but then when I really started using it I was blown away.

There are actual LIVE classes! With actual certified personal trainers that do the coaching, the user experience in those interactions is remarkable. When I joined my first Live video I didn’t know what to expect, I joined the Abs & Booty Blast, the coach was Aaron.

First of all before the workout I received an accountability email that said:

“YES! Congratulations on signing up for your first Gixo class, Helena. We’re holding your spot in Abs & Booty Blast. The LIVE workout is 25 minutes and I’ll be working with you every step of the way.

Here’s how I recommend you get ready for your first class:

Think about where you’ll work out
That way you’re ready to go once class starts.

Gather your stuff
You won’t need any equipment except a charged phone, headphones, and comfy shoes.

Open the app a few minutes before class
This will give you time to accept a few in-app requests before class starts.

Please let me know if you have ANY questions or have any injuries or conditions to discuss. I am here to make your first class an awesome experience and can’t wait to meet you!

Coach Aaron

P.S. If you choose to turn your phone camera during class, I’ll be the only one who can see you. We’ll be able to say hi to each other and I can make sure getting the most out of each exercise. Turning on the camera is optional and totally up to you.”

This email was helpful to quickly figure out how I should plan this workout and what to prepare, it also made me feel accountable to not skip it.

I decided to do this workout indoor using my yoga mat. When the time came to join the Live session, the app made it very easy for me to remember with a timely push notification. I swiped the notification and I …