Is it your first time on the Peloton Tread or Tread+? Welcome! While you may be excited to hop on your new machine and put it (and you!) through its paces, you may also feel overwhelmed by the many live and on-demand running and walking classes now at your disposal.  

Consider this your comprehensive breakdown on all things Tread and Tread+, detailing what you need to know about various classes before hitting your stride. This list will not only help you pair yourself with runs, walks, and hikes that match your abilities and goals, but also guide you along your fitness journey.

17 Classes to Take On the Tread or Tread+

Beginner Run

If you’re new to running, these beginner-friendly workouts will help you ease into the modality safely. They’ll not only serve as an introduction to Peloton’s top-notch instructors, but also help you nail the important fundamentals of running: speed, incline, and form. Over time, you’ll watch your confidence and your abilities skyrocket. 

Advanced Beginner Run

If you’re ready for a new challenge, these advanced beginner classes may be your jam. Like the beginner runs, you’ll still work on the fundamentals, but you’ll also advance your skills by tackling other running must-knows, including intervals and sprints. Leveling up has never been so much fun.

Advanced Run

Sometimes, you’re craving a challenge. When such a time arises, you may want to select an advanced run. These classes help seasoned runners make big strides by pushing them to pick up the pace and progress in their training efforts. Now, who's ready to run?

Intervals Run

If you’re looking for an efficient and fun way to build your endurance, strength, and speed, place these interval classes on your “to run” list. In these workouts, you’ll push yourself through bursts of challenging efforts at a range of speeds and inclines, followed by a much-needed recovery period.

Endurance Run

Ranging from 30-60 minutes, these Tread classes are ideal for logging miles and building the cardiovascular endurance needed to sustain longer distances. Seasoned runners and newbies alike will find a sustained, steady pace and keep it up without rest for the duration of the class. 

Progression Run

Want to PR in your next race? Progression runs are here for you when you want to pick up the pace by increasing speed with each mile. Speed work is an important part of any running training routine, and these 30-60 minute classes make working it in a breeze. 

Recovery Run

Follow up your intense training days with a recovery run. You’ll take these short classes at a slower pace to help loosen up stiff muscles, so you can bounce back faster. 

HIIT Run 

HIIT (high-intensity interval training) classes up the ante in a big way. Expect to run at max efforts, followed by a recovery period. You’ll repeat this framework throughout the workout. These runs are a great way to reap good-for-you perks in a short amount of time. 

HIIT and Hills

Arguably one of the most challenging classes on the Tread or Tread+, these workouts are a high-intensity combination of fast-paced intervals and extended stretches of difficult inclines. In these segments, you’ll build power, endurance, and speed. 

Tempo

Think of these classes as speed work meets endurance. These intense endeavors train you to run at your goal race pace for an extended period of time. The result: You’ll help move the needle on your lactic threshold for better endurance.

Walk + Run

Whether you’re a beginner, bouncing back from an injury, or are just in need of some recovery, these classes offer the perfect mix of slow-paced walking and moderate-paced running. Plus, these can be easily modified to fit your personal needs and fitness abilities. 

Walk

Don’t be fooled: Low-impact walking workouts will make you sweat. Even better, there are a variety of heart-pumping classes that all fitness levels can enjoy and benefit from. (There are even audio-only walks and runs that are a great companion for those times when you find yourself away from your Tread or Tread+.)

Power Walk

There’s walking—and then there’s walking. These power walk classes are not just your everyday slow-paced stroll through the park. They are, however, purposeful movement blocks coached at various speeds and inclines that progressively elevate your heart rate. The best part: They’re low impact, so they won’t wreak havoc on your joints. 

Hike

You don’t have to head to the mountains to log a good hike. These vigorous—yet low-impact—classes use incline to mimic outdoor elevation changes.  Expending more energy and exertion than a traditional walk, these classes will help you step up your stamina while strengthening your legs, glutes, and core.

Tread Bootcamp

Sometimes, you want to squeeze your strength work and aerobic exercise into one sweat session. Enter: Tread Bootcamp. These classes combine intervals on the Tread or Tread+ with strength-building exercises on the floor. 

Music Walks + Runs

Turn up the volume and get moving with these signature Peloton classes. With classes ranging from 10 minutes to two hours, there’s surely a class with a genre you love or an artist you can’t get enough of to fuel you.

Theme Walks + Runs

Celebrating with your fitness community is a whole lot of fun—and Peloton’s themed runs and walks can help you do just that. Ring in the New Year, dress up with your favorite instructors for Halloween, or spread the love for Valentine’s Day in classes that vary in duration and intensity.