Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean we’re short on fitness trends! Try one of these active options to help maintain your bikini bod.
Outdoor Bootcamp
If you still want to get in a killer workout but don’t want to be stuck indoors, why not try an outdoor bootcamp? Many take advantage of the natural landscape by incorporating hills and benches into the workout, and you’ll get that group camaraderie aspect that’ll keep you motivated.
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Boxing
Models like Gisele are loving boxing workouts – and for good reason! The fat-burning workout is great for sculpting strong muscles, plus it’s an awesome stress release.
Aqua Cycling
Take spin to the next level with aqua cycling. Bikes are placed in waist high water, so the water acts a resistance to increase your calorie burn and build endurance.
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Obstacle Course Training
Obstacle course gyms like Iron Sports and Brooklyn Zoo are popping up across the country. You’ll do things like jump from platform to platform, swing on monkey bars, and scale walls. It’s a great way to keep your body guessing and have fun while building strength and agility.
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SUP Fitness
Standup paddleboard yoga is a favorite, but the new SUP Fitness classes are great, too! They consists of activities like cardiovascular paddling, toning moves, and HIIT – all on the water so your body has to work harder to stay balanced.
Rowing
Fitness studios like Row House are doing what Soul Cycle did for the spin bike. Rowing is a highly-effective, full-body workout that’s also low impact. A circuit style rowing workout will consist of cardiovascular rowing intervals paired with strength training moves.
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Rock Climbing
Anyone whose ever tried to scale up a wall knows that rock climbing is a serious total-body workout that builds a killer upper body and core. In a training session, you’ll not only be working your body but also engaging your mind to think quick and problem solve.