Peloton’s newest Cross Training series has received a lot of hype because it’s Peloton’s biggest launch since the OG Peloton Bike, and it replaced the entire original Peloton line. The new series includes the Cross Training Peloton Bike and Bike Plus, the Cross Training Peloton Row Plus and the Cross Training Peloton Tread and Tread Plus. Some fresh features on the Plus versions include an enhanced Sonos sound system, an integrated fan, a movement-tracking camera, and a 360-degree screen that swivels, among other upgrades.
Along with the Cross Training equipment, Peloton launched Peloton IQ, its new AI software that gives members a more personalized experience and functions like a built-in personal trainer. The Cross Training Plus line has an advanced version of Peloton IQ, which includes a movement-tracking camera that provides feedback during each session.
I recently had the opportunity to test out Peloton’s newest equipment at its headquarters. These are my first impressions of the Cross Training series, along with details on how the new features work.
What is Peloton IQ?
Peloton IQ is Peloton’s new AI-powered feature. It is available to all members through the All-Access and Peloton App One memberships. Peloton IQ customizes your workout plan, includes a self-paced strength and workout generator feature, analyzes your performance and functions like a coach in your home gym. For those who own the Plus Cross Training series, you’ll have access to a movement-tracking camera that provides form feedback and amplifies the IQ experience.
The movement-tracker can count your reps. CNET/Giselle Castro-Sloboda
There are specific classes you’ll find in the class collection that are labeled for use with Peloton IQ. However, you don’t need to have one of the new machines to experience it. Certain features, such as customizing a program, progress tracking and performance estimates, can still be used by existing members. The only parts they won’t have access to, unless they buy the new Plus hardware, are the movement-tracking camera and hands-free voice control option that allows you to pause a class, change the volume or input the weight you’re using through Peloton IQ.
Peloton IQ’s movement tracking is currently available only for strength-trainingclasses. It will suggest weights you should use and when to increase them, count reps and analyze your form. A Peloton representative told CNET that strength training is its second most popular exercise modality, after cycling, and that members have expressed interest in building more weightlifting confidence and knowledge.
My experience with Peloton IQ
The movement-tracker is one of Peloton IQ's key features. CNET/Giselle Castro-Sloboda
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