Taking fitness classes with friends used to be one of my go-to social activities.
But since the shift from in-person to at-home workouts, working out has become my new one-woman sport.
So this whole one-woman show thingthough eye-openingwas starting to feel less and less fulfilling.

The movement unlocks your mind, Akman says.
Hes speaking my language.
Immediately, I was intrigued by the programs setup.
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Rather than scrolling through pages of random workouts, you align with a series goal each month.
So with that, I was off to practice.
Who doesnt love celebrating the moves you totally nailed with a friend?

Kendall promptly texted me post-workout: Im obsessed.
And since he was sweating profusely with us, it made him seem motivational but also relatable.
Safe to say, we have our lunch breaks planned for the foreseeable future.
But thats why AARMY is so committed to the practice concept.
Youre not competing, its practicing, Akman says.
And thats exactly what I did.
This mindset gave me the inspo to try a workout I wouldnt usually opt for.
Every body is an athlete, Akman says.
Its all about perception.
If you define what an athlete is, its somebody that is a professional mover.
Which, according to Akman, is the true purpose behind AARMY.
Its all about the unlocks, he says.
Dont mind me, Im just over here planning out my next month of practices.
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