Right after getting engaged (!!!), my TikTok For You Page became a flood of “Bridal Glow Up” content. I kept seeing Gabby George’s Bridal Arms Program, a 14-day series of workouts the fitness instructor created to prepare for her own wedding. After watching dozens of brides share before-and-afters, I decided to give it a try. I started with the fitness instructor’s free TikTok videos and liked them so much that I signed up for Gabby’s GGStudio app to get access to all of her classes and programs. If you only follow along on TikTok, you might think that she only has light-weight arm workouts. I’m here to tell you, she has a wide range of full-body strength, sculpt, Pilates, and barre classes, including heavier strength workouts. Now that I’ve used the app for 3 months and taken 100 classes, I feel qualified to write a detailed GGStudio review.
What is GGStudio?
After Gabby’s Bridal Arms series went viral on TikTok, she built a fitness app with hundreds of classes. When I was taking her TikTok classes, I kept wishing she had workouts that targeted other areas like abs, legs, and glutes. The app makes it easy to find classes that focus on those areas. I like that I can sort workouts by time, mood, difficulty level, and class category. Her signature classes are Barre Flow (20-25 minute low-impact barre and mat Pilates classes using light weights and props), Sculpt (30-40 minute full body classes using props and light weights), and Power Sculpt (under 50-minute strength classes using heavy 8-15 pound weights). Gabby has also recently introduced some dance cardio classes that are great to do if you’re traveling and don’t have equipment.
What Does GGStudio Cost?
You can join GGStudio monthly for $12 a month or pay $108 for an annual membership that works out to about $9 a month. I started with the free 7-day trial and liked it so much that I became an annual GGStudio member.
What Do You Need?
Some GGStudio classes include props like a Pilates ball, sliders, light weights, optional wrist weights, and heavier dumbbells. I bought this kit. I already had different sized weights at home.
What Are Some Perks?
I used to watch the free Bridal Arms classes on TikTok but it was harder to follow along and track my workouts. Now I can use the GGStudio app to browse classes, cast workouts onto my TV, track my progress in various programs, schedule classes, and view my class history. You can also chime in on the GGBrides and GGSquad communities and leave comments on workouts.
GGStudio Programs
My favorite thing about the GGStudio app is the structure. There are a variety of two- to four-week programs and Gabby releases new classes and a weekly workout schedule each week. You can choose between a Quickie Plan with shorter workouts or a Full Stack Plan that combines multiple classes. I like that the programs and schedule remove the guesswork from deciding what workout to do and make it easy to stay consistent. The exercises vary from day to day, increase in difficulty, and include rest days.
So far I’ve completed:
- Bridal Arms: The Bridal Arms Program is a 14-day series of short, high-repetition upper-body workouts designed to strengthen your arms, shoulders, and back while improving posture. The most advanced version, Bridal Arms 3.0 is only available on the app and includes longer classes, heavier weights, and more props.
- Strong Under 40 Program: This two-week program has barre, Pilates, sculpt and strength classes that are all under 40 minutes. Strong Under 40 was the first program I did after Bridal Arms and it was an excellent way for me to get introduced to all of the GGStudio signature classes. While the Bridal Arms classes are short and spicy, these classes are longer, target different body groups, and are more like a traditional strength class.
- The Deskside Program: If you’re short on time and want to get in an effective and efficient workout, this is the program for you. There are standing arm, leg, ab, and glute workouts that are all under 14 minutes. They are all designed so you can fit them in during a short work break. You don’t need to change out of your regular clothes.
I’m currently doing:
- Deep Core: I’m on the second week of this 40-day program. I have scoliosis and my doctor has emphasized the importance of core and back strength. I’ve been enjoying this short, under-12-minute classes. I appreciate that Gabby provides modifications and I make small changes if anything hurts my back.
- Advanced Program: I got used to Gabby’s classes from doing the Strong Under 40 Program. I felt confident in skipping the Beginner and Intermediate Programs and jumping straight to advanced. This 4-week program includes a mix of her signature Barre, Strength, Power Sculpt, and Recovery classes. There are dedicated classes targeting specific muscles and full body classes. Every day is different and there is a good mix of long and short classes and I can fit the shorter classes in on cardio days.
What I Don’t Love
Some of the advanced classes like Sculpt and Power Sculpt move quickly and can be a bit hard to follow at first. I jumped straight into Strong Under 40, but you can also start with the Beginner Program to get the fundamentals down. I found the faster-paced workouts easier to follow once I started casting them to my TV instead of watching on my phone.
Is GGStudio Worth It?
For me, 100%.
Before getting engaged, I trained for half marathons and did the occasional strength class. After saying “yes,” I wanted to get into a regular routine that incorporated both strength and cardio. If you want enjoyable workouts that help you build consistency and strength at home, I think it’s a win. I love GGStudio because I’ve seen results and I love Gabby’s teaching style. She’s positive, encouraging, and bubbly. I haven’t gotten bored and look forward to trying something new.
I’ll continue updating this review as I take more classes and complete additional programs.
Thinking about trying GGStudio? You can get 10% off an annual membership using my referral link. Full disclosure: I’ll receive a referral credit if you sign up, but I paid for my own membership and this review is not sponsored.