Anyone with an Amazon Echo device is most likely not using it to its full potential. Aside from being a fun companion, Alexa is capable of doing more than you could ever imagine from calling you Ubers and helping you with math to helping you get fit. She can be your fitness coach, meditation guru, and everything in between. See some of her best health and fitness commands below! And remember, you can always jump straight into any of the individual skills.
Forget counting sheep — Alexa can help you drift off with soothing ambient noises like these below.
Bet you didn't know you had your own personal trainer right at home. Alexa will guide you through quick, doable workouts that you can squeeze into your busy schedule. She'll tell you the name of each move, the number of repetitions, and for how long. If you're unfamiliar with the exercise, say "Help," and Alexa will walk you through it step by step. And the best part? No equipment required.
Need help unwinding? Alexa will ask you to choose from a few different skills like those below.
Check in daily for the meditation of the day, led by a soothing voice that's not Alexa. Expect short exercises like the six-minute "Soften and Relax" meditation, which begins with you lying comfortably on your bed.
Find out exactly how you're tracking by connecting your Fitbit to your Echo device. Alexa will tell you how many more steps you need to hit your goal, how well you slept, and more.
Whenever you're feeling anxious or stressed, or just need to Zen out for a little, ask Alexa to start this breathing exercise. You'll be instructed to breathe for a certain number of counts and to pay attention to the rise and fall of your chest and belly.
All you need for these guided HIIT workouts is your body. Designed by an experienced fitness coach and trainer, HiFit features 10- to 15-minute workouts for your entire body or single muscle groups, depending on what you're looking for.
To see everything Alexa can do, check out the full list of health and fitness skills she's capable of on Amazon.