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How to make high-impact workout videos.

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  1. Pick a template.
    Choose from Vimeo’s collection of professionally designed workout video templates that you can customize to match your brand.
  2. Add images from the Vimeo stock library.
    Browse Vimeo Create’s unlimited stock library for stunning images to complete your video or add your own images and video clips. 
  3. Customize, customize, customize.
    Use Vimeo Create’s free workout video maker to put your spin on your video from start to finish with text, animations, colors, and more.
  4. Share your video with your audience.
    Share your workout video directly to social media from Vimeo Create’s workout video editor or save it to promote on your social platforms or website.

Expert tips for creating workout videos that get people moving.

If you’re an instructor, you may not be used to motivating people outside of the studio or gym. How do you translate your unique energy to video? Use these tips and best practices to create engaging workout videos that get folks off the couch.

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 Shoot from several angles.

Interesting angles make all the difference in workout videos. Your video should include up-close shots that show specific muscle groups or form as well as wide-angle shots that display your full body. Switch between these angles when you edit your footage to give your viewers all the info they need to workout successfully.

Enhance your videos with captions and other text.

You want to make sure that everyone who watches your video can make the most out of their workout. Add captions to your videos for your audience to read on-screen. You might also consider adding text in a few spots to highlight exercise tips to help viewers perfect proper form and technique.

Include your branding in your video.

Showcase your branding through colors, fonts, and messaging in your video with Vimeo Create’s free workout video editor. You can wear your brand’s colors, add filters to mimic your brand’s aesthetic, and use your own fonts for workout tips. Your audience will know it’s your video within the first few seconds it starts playing.

Shine brighter with good lighting.

If you want to create a healthy lifestyle video that stands out, good lighting can make all the difference. Your audience needs to see what you’re doing clearly, including where you’re placing your legs and other positioning details. If lighting is poor and your viewers can’t clearly see what you’re doing, they’ll keep scrolling. You don’t need expensive studio lighting; a few quick video lighting tips can go a long way.

Workout video frequently asked questions.

  • What’s the best way to record a workout video?
    • For most workout videos, filming horizontally is best and works well on YouTube, websites, and other common posting platforms. If you’re creating a workout video for Instagram or IGTV, however, consider filming vertically as that’s how most videos are consumed on the platform. Shoot with a high-quality camera in a well-lit area for an eye-catching, professional-looking video. Also, try to shoot from different angles. You can set up two or more stationary cameras to shoot as you move and use Vimeo Create to piece your shots together. 
  • How long should a workout video be?
    • Workout videos come in a range of lengths, depending on your goals, audience, and where they’re published, as social media platforms have maximum video lengths and other specifications. Consider making a variety of videos in different lengths, like 5-minute mini workouts and intense 45-minute programs. Your audience can then choose a video they have time to complete. Vimeo Create’s free workout video editor can help you trim your videos or piece clips together for longer videos.
  • What is the best free online workout video maker?
    • Vimeo Create lets you design a workout video without any professional editing experience or specialized camera equipment. You can even create a workout video using only your smartphone! Choose a template to customize and use Vimeo Create’s intuitive editing tools to customize it to match your brand with filters, transitions, text, colors, and captions.

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