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Top 25 fitness YouTubers in 2026

The 25 English-language YouTube channels with the most views in the 12 months to October 20, 2026, from Streamforge’s creator data.

The list

The top 25, ranked by views.

Fitness creators teach people how to train, eat and stay with it. Lifting, running, yoga, home workouts and gear reviews all fall under the category, and brands from supplements to sportswear book its creators all year.

These are the English-language YouTube channels whose main topic is fitness, ranked by how many views their long-form videos got in the last 12 months.

  1. Jesse James West’s YouTube channel photo

    1. Jesse James West

    @JesseJamesWest

    Strength match-ups, workouts in celebrity home gyms, copied celebrity morning routines, and tests of stimulants and extreme fat loss methods.

    Country
    United States
    Subscribers
    11.5M
    Views, 12 months
    235M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Viral Trends, Celebrity News & Lifestyle
    Audience
    68% men, mostly 18–24
    Channels
  2. ANATOLY’s YouTube channel photo

    2. ANATOLY

    @vladimirfitness

    Gym prank videos in which Anatoly, disguised as a janitor or an old man, surprises bodybuilders by lifting far heavier weights than expected.

    Country
    United Arab Emirates
    Subscribers
    9.9M
    Views, 12 months
    216M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Viral Trends
    Audience
    70% men, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  3. Will Tennyson’s YouTube channel photo

    3. Will Tennyson

    @WillTennyson

    Diet and training experiments, from swapping diets and testing every way to build muscle to anti-aging TikToks, cheap versus luxury gyms and a look at pro bodybuilding.

    Country
    Canada
    Subscribers
    5.5M
    Views, 12 months
    160M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Nutrition & Diet, Fast Food
    Audience
    76% men, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  4. Greg Doucette’s YouTube channel photo

    4. Greg Doucette

    @gregdoucette

    Commentary on fitness influencers and bodybuilding news, including natural-or-not debates, steroid admissions, feuds and body fat estimates for public figures.

    Country
    Canada
    Subscribers
    2.4M
    Views, 12 months
    99M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Nutrition & Diet, Sports Analysis & Journalism
    Audience
    74% men, mostly 18–24
    Channels
  5. Jeremy Ethier’s YouTube channel photo

    5. Jeremy Ethier

    @JeremyEthier

    Training and fat loss videos built on studies and experiments, from ab exercise tests and belly fat research to tendon health, calorie counting and natural muscle gain.

    Country
    Canada
    Subscribers
    8M
    Views, 12 months
    95.3M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Nutrition & Diet, Self-Improvement & Goal Setting
    Audience
    71% men, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  6. Browney’s YouTube channel photo

    6. Browney

    @Browney

    Body transformation challenges, training experiments, days spent with athletes like Bryan Mbeumo, and survival trips to places like a Chinese fat loss camp.

    Country
    Netherlands
    Subscribers
    12.5M
    Views, 12 months
    82M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Cardio & Endurance, Nutrition & Diet
    Audience
    60% men, mostly 18–24
    Channels
  7. DanZa Carol’s YouTube channel photo

    7. DanZa Carol

    @DanZaCarol

    Follow-along dance workouts set to DJ remixes of pop, Tagalog and Christmas songs, including budots and cumbia tracks and TikTok trends, performed with the Danza Carol Angels.

    Country
    Philippines
    Subscribers
    651K
    Views, 12 months
    57.9M
    Main topics
    Cardio & Endurance, Performing Arts, Viral Trends
    Audience
    65% women, mostly 13–18
    Channels
  8. Mark Kramer Pastrana’s YouTube channel photo

    8. Mark Kramer Pastrana

    @markkramerpastrana1555

    Zumba routines by the TML Crew set to reggaeton, bachata, merengue, K-pop, Afro house and hip hop tracks, each song with its own choreography.

    Country
    Philippines
    Subscribers
    3.8M
    Views, 12 months
    56.5M
    Main topics
    Cardio & Endurance, Performing Arts
    Audience
    60% women, mostly 18–24
    Channels
  9. Sam Sulek’s YouTube channel photo

    9. Sam Sulek

    @sam_sulek

    The Bulk Rebirth, a day-by-day gym vlog of a muscle-gaining phase, with chest, arm and leg sessions and bodyweight check-ins, plus a Q&A and occasional specials.

    Country
    United States
    Subscribers
    4.6M
    Views, 12 months
    56.4M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Nutrition & Diet
    Audience
    75% men, mostly 18–24
    Channels
  10. Renaissance Periodization’s YouTube channel photo

    10. Renaissance Periodization

    @RenaissancePeriodization

    Exercise Scientist Critiques, a running series reviewing the training of IShowSpeed, Noel Deyzel, Anatoly and others, plus protein and supplement buying advice and training research.

    Country
    United States
    Subscribers
    3.9M
    Views, 12 months
    53.7M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Nutrition & Diet, Sports-Specific Training
    Audience
    76% men, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  11. ATHLEAN-X™’s YouTube channel photo

    11. ATHLEAN-X™

    @athleanx

    Exercise form fixes and training advice, from dumbbell moves for biceps, triceps and chest to common lifting mistakes, pull-up tips, shoulder problems and lean eating habits.

    Country
    United States
    Subscribers
    14.3M
    Views, 12 months
    42.7M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Sports-Specific Training, Nutrition & Diet
    Audience
    80% men, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  12. Yellow Dude’s YouTube channel photo

    12. Yellow Dude

    @yellowdude_co

    Bodyweight calisthenics tutorials for skills like pull-ups, the planche and the front lever, plus home workouts, tendon care and push-up technique, with guests like Cali Move.

    Country
    United States
    Subscribers
    1.7M
    Views, 12 months
    38.3M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Sports-Specific Training, Nutrition & Diet
    Audience
    65% men, mostly 18–24
    Channels
  13. nikola’s pilates’s YouTube channel photo

    13. nikola’s pilates

    @Nikolaspilates

    Short at-home Pilates workouts aimed at the waist, abs, arms, legs and hips, including deep core, high-intensity Pilates and hourglass routines with no equipment.

    Country
    Russia
    Subscribers
    4M
    Views, 12 months
    33.3M
    Main topics
    Mind-Body Practices, Indoor Recreatio, Skincare
    Audience
    70% women, mostly 13–18
    Channels
  14. Chris Bumstead’s YouTube channel photo

    14. Chris Bumstead

    @ChrisBumstead

    Bodybuilding workouts for back, chest, arms and upper body, behind-the-scenes Olympia vlogs, diet plans for getting lean, recovery routines and life advice.

    Country
    United States
    Subscribers
    4.9M
    Views, 12 months
    32.5M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Nutrition & Diet, Entrepreneurship
    Audience
    85% men, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  15. Haddy Abdel’s YouTube channel photo

    15. Haddy Abdel

    @haddy_abdel

    A running series where streamers, rappers and athletes like Kai Cenat, Deji and Dwight Howard take on intense workouts at Diamond Gym, plus high school football coaching.

    Country
    United States
    Subscribers
    824K
    Views, 12 months
    28.2M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Nutrition & Diet, Self-Improvement & Goal Setting
    Audience
    70% men, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  16. Strength Side’s YouTube channel photo

    16. Strength Side

    @Strengthside

    Simple strength and mobility plans, from club, mace and kettlebell swinging to jump rope, squats, hanging leg raises, hip stretches and movement tests for adults.

    Country
    United States
    Subscribers
    2.3M
    Views, 12 months
    27.8M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Self-Improvement & Goal Setting
    Audience
    65% men, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  17. IZZY SAMUEL’s YouTube channel photo

    17. IZZY SAMUEL

    @izzy.samuel

    Pilates and strength workouts with weights, from full body sculpt classes and core sessions to a multi-day challenge series with daily glute, upper body and core routines.

    Country
    Australia
    Subscribers
    2.7M
    Views, 12 months
    27.1M
    Main topics
    Mind-Body Practices, Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Entrepreneurship
    Audience
    75% women, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  18. Sydney Cummings Houdyshell’s YouTube channel photo

    18. Sydney Cummings Houdyshell

    @sydneycummingshoudyshell

    Follow-along at-home dumbbell workouts, each focused on upper body, legs, glutes or abs, often paired with cardio circuits or step routines.

    Country
    United States
    Subscribers
    3.3M
    Views, 12 months
    21M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Cardio & Endurance, Health & Wellness Coaching
    Audience
    80% women, mostly 35–44
    Channels
  19. SHAWSTRENGTH’s YouTube channel photo

    19. SHAWSTRENGTH

    @SHAWSTRENGTH

    Strongman training and challenge videos, many with Eddie Hall, plus workouts at Metroflex and Flex Lewis's gym, Lee Priest arm sessions and an anvil collection.

    Country
    United States
    Subscribers
    2.3M
    Views, 12 months
    20.1M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Sports-Specific Training
    Audience
    78% men, mostly 35–44
    Channels
  20. Doctor Mike Diamonds’s YouTube channel photo

    20. Doctor Mike Diamonds

    @DoctorMikeDiamonds

    Fat loss and health explainers on belly fat, weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro, blood tests for men, and getting lean in midlife.

    Country
    United Arab Emirates
    Subscribers
    2.5M
    Views, 12 months
    19.7M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Cardio & Endurance, Nutrition & Diet
    Audience
    50% women, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  21. Saurabh Bothra’s YouTube channel photo

    21. Saurabh Bothra

    @saurabhbothra

    Gentle yoga and at-home walking workouts for everyday health concerns like knee and hip arthritis, sciatica, high blood pressure and menopause, plus breathing exercises and guided meditation.

    Country
    India
    Subscribers
    3.7M
    Views, 12 months
    16.3M
    Main topics
    Mind-Body Practices, Nutrition & Diet, Alternative & Holistic Medicine
    Audience
    55% men, mostly 65+
    Channels
  22. Chloe Ting’s YouTube channel photo

    22. Chloe Ting

    @ChloeTing

    At-home workouts with and without dumbbells, including high-intensity full body, abs and Pilates sessions, a Glow Up challenge program, and warm-up routines.

    Country
    United States
    Subscribers
    26.1M
    Views, 12 months
    15.3M
    Main topics
    Cardio & Endurance, Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Nutrition & Diet
    Audience
    75% women, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  23. MIZI’s YouTube channel photo

    23. MIZI

    @MIZILEE

    At-home workouts built on standing and no-jumping routines, from dumbbell and Pilates sessions to abs, glute and thigh workouts, morning stretches and a KATSEYE dance workout.

    Country
    South Korea
    Subscribers
    3.5M
    Views, 12 months
    15.2M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Cardio & Endurance, Mind-Body Practices
    Audience
    70% women, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  24. Eleni Fit’s YouTube channel photo

    24. Eleni Fit

    @EleniFit

    Standing, no-jumping home workouts, from walking Pilates and aerobic cardio set to music to belly, glute and arm toning, a Shakira dance workout and calming stretch sessions.

    Country
    Germany
    Subscribers
    2.6M
    Views, 12 months
    14.6M
    Main topics
    Cardio & Endurance, Mind-Body Practices, Nutrition & Diet
    Audience
    78% women, mostly 25–34
    Channels
  25. growingannanas’s YouTube channel photo

    25. growingannanas

    @growingannanas

    Home and gym workouts including a HYROX race training series, Tabata workouts set to techno, calisthenics plans, dumbbell strength work and a beginner pull-up tutorial.

    Country
    Germany
    Subscribers
    8.2M
    Views, 12 months
    14M
    Main topics
    Strength Training & Bodybuilding, Cardio & Endurance, Nutrition & Diet
    Audience
    55% women, mostly 25–34
    Channels

Who is on the list

English-language YouTube channels run by a person, not by a brand, a group or a fan page. Channels YouTube marks as made for kids are left out. Each one uploaded at least eight long-form videos in the 12 months to October 20, 2026, and at least one in the 60 days before that date.

The channel’s main content category, as Streamforge classifies it from the channel’s videos, has to be strength training, cardio, yoga and mind-body practice, or fitness gear.

Every channel was then checked against its 15 most recent video titles. Channels that mostly post something else now, or that read as a brand, news, fan or compilation channel, were left out.

Each creator gets one place. Where a creator runs more than one qualifying channel, the list ranks the channel with the most views and links the others under Channels.

How we ranked

By views in the 12 months from October 20, 2025 to October 20, 2026: the views on the long-form videos each channel posted in that time. Shorts and live streams are not counted.

We rank by views, not subscribers, because subscribers count everyone who ever followed a channel. Views show who is being watched now. Subscribers are still shown for every channel.

What counts as fitness

A channel counts when its main content category is strength training, cardio, yoga and mind-body practice, or fitness gear. Every long-form video it posted in the 12 months is counted.

What the figures mean

Subscribers is the count YouTube showed at our last check. Views are the views the list ranks by, over the 12 months. Main topics are the content categories Streamforge assigns the channel, the first one most.

Audience is Streamforge’s AI estimate of who watches: the larger side of the split between women and men, and the largest age group. It does not need the creator to connect an account, and Streamforge has benchmarked the technique against the platforms’ own audience data. It is an estimate, not the channel’s YouTube analytics.

Channels links the creator’s other YouTube channels and profiles on other platforms, as Streamforge links them. The one-line notes are written from each channel’s recent video titles.

Questions

Which fitness YouTuber got the most views in the last 12 months?

Jesse James West, with 235M views in the 12 months to October 20, 2026, ahead of ANATOLY and Will Tennyson. The full ranking is above, and “How we ranked” explains what counts.

What counts as a fitness channel here?

A channel whose main content category is strength training and bodybuilding, cardio and endurance, yoga and other mind-body practice, or fitness equipment. Gym and brand channels are left out.

Why rank by views instead of subscribers?

Subscribers count everyone who ever followed a channel. Views from the last 12 months show who is being watched now, which is what a sponsorship pays for.

How do I work with fitness YouTubers?

Most list a business email on their About page. Check recent views, audience age and country, and which supplement or apparel brands they already work with. Streamforge shows all of these.

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