Staying motivated to go to the gym can seem more difficult during the winter months, but luckily there are some fun, indoor classes with a twist this season to keep you staying in shape.
Click through for the top 10 fitness classes to try this winter...
Virgin Active PULSE powered by Clubbercise
These 60-minute classes are set to a mix of club anthems from the nineties and the latest chart hits. The high energy dance moves and calorie-busting routines are designed to toned limbs. For those whole are intimidated by group classes, have no fear – the classes take place in studios transformed into nightclub-style spaces with disco lights and flashing LED glow sticks so you can really let loose.
Virgin Active has launched Pulse powered by Clubbercise. A new dance class bringing club anthems, neon lights and glow sticks. Available at all Virgin Active Health Clubs Nationwide
Bodyflex at Speedflex
Bodyflex is a 30 minute class which focuses on using your own body weight and interval training followed by 15 minutes of core work, to help you tone up. The class aims not only to improve your fitness levels and burn fat, but also to enhance your strength, power and speed – all with the added benefit of little to no post-workout muscle soreness.
£12 per class, or monthly membership starting from £60. For more information head to speedflex.com
Seen on Screen
If you love dance or can't get enough of chart hits and 90s music, then Seen on Screen is the place for you. With music from Beyoncé, the Backstreet Boys and Michael Jackson playing in the background, there's classes for toning up, de-stressing, or simply to get in shape! For those wanting to channel their inner Diva, there are special workshops including 'Swag sessions' for a fun way to burn calories.
For more information head to seenonscreenfitness.com
Barry's Bootcamp
For those looking to up their fitness game, one of the best places to head is Barry's Bootcamp, where the aim is to improve cardio, lose weight and build muscle. Their signature hour-long workouts include 25-30 minutes of interval cardio treadmill routines and 25-30 minutes of strength training, with routines dedicated to working different parts of the week and varying throughout the week so no one class is the same.
For more information head to barrysbootcamp.com
Studio Lagree
One of Hollywood's favourite workouts has finally hit the UK. Taking place on specially-designed Megaformers™ machines, these intense 50-minute classes combine core strength, endurance, balance, cardio and flexibility – aiming to deliver incredible results by burning the maximum amount of calories in a short space of time. The intensity depends on your personal fitness levels, but the more you build, the more calories you burn!
For more information head to studiolagreeuk.com
Champney's Da Vinci Bodyboard classes
If you need a bit of pampering, head to one of Champney's luxurious resorts, where you can try The Da Vinch Body Board, a new class available to all guests. This exercise board has multiple strategically palced attachments for resistance bands, ropes and tubes so you can do everything from HIIT or physical therapy to yoga and Zumba. The board's design combines muscle groups in each exercise, so the workout routine only needs to be 20 minutes to give you plenty of time to enjoy the rest of the resort.
For more information head to Champneys.com
Gym Cube
If you don't want to break the bank with a gym membership but want a full body workout, GymCube.com may be the option for you. As well as including workout videos and nutritional plans, there's live classes you can follow from the comfort of your own home – and at £9.99 a month it's budget-friendly.
For more information head to gymcube.com
Indoor Virtual Cycle at PureGym
If you want to try cycling but can't face the cold winter temperatures, then this could be the class for you. This new class replicates an outdoor cycle using screens and projectors. The classes are without instructors so you can pedal at your own pace. The screen moves through the surroundings as you workout, creating the effect that you're out exploring.
For more information head to puregym.com
SIX3NINE Ladies That Lift
Specifically tailored towards women, Ladies That Lift is a revolutionary class that will sculpt and tone your body by teaching you the fundamentals of weightlifting. Combining the approach of personal training with the energy of a group environment, Ladies That Lift is in a league of its own. The classes include a training syllabus and a nutritional guideline which women are encouraged to follow.
£300 for a six week course of 12 lessons. For more information head to six3nine.com
Six Pilates
These machine-based pilates classes are unlike any other. Led by a physiotherapist they focus on eliminating movements that don't work for your body to avoid injury and give you the same effect as a one-hour gym session in just 20 minutes. Some classes also use real-time ultrasound scans so you can see your core muscles in action. Ideal for anyone who wants to improve core stability, flexibility and endurance.
Reform6r classes last an hour and are £25 each. For more information head to sixpilates.com
