Returning to work after the festive break can be painful. The weather is cold, the days are short, and everyone’s mood has taken a nosedive after a month of revelry and self-indulgence. But the great news is that the new year also means a clean slate, a time to ditch the bad habits and embrace those ‘new year, new me’ resolutions.
For many of us, that means grabbing the gym gear and getting in shape. If, however, the idea of a dreary treadmill session or a crowded swimming pool leaves you uninspired, fear not. We’ve searched high and low for the most exciting new gym classes in London, guaranteed to boost your mood and get that blood pumping. So, banish those January blues with the Capital’s latest offering of exciting, new workout crazes.
Boom Jungle, Hammersmith
What better way to start off your day than with a morning rave? Boom Cycle’s latest class, Boom Jungle, encourages riders to embrace their animal side during this exhilarating, jungle-themed 45-minute spin class. With energizing beats from DJ Stefano Diemmi throughout, you’ll be in for a wild ride.
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Sweat IT, Covent Garden
Looking for an effective, no-frills workout that’ll put you through your paces? Then Sweat It’s high-intensity training sessions are what you’ve been waiting for. Combining strength and toning exercises with energetic cardio work, the Pillar Killer class is designed to produce results within a matter of weeks.
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DEFINE London, Fitzrovia
Fans of barre fitness will love this body-burning workout session, designed to tone, strengthen and improve muscle definition. Set in a luxury, boutique fitness studio, members can enjoy a friendly atmosphere and uplifting soundtrack during this high-intensity, body-sculpting workout. Benefits include increased flexibility, weight loss, and reduced stress levels.
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Kobox, The City
Take out every-day stresses on a punching bag at a blood-pumping boxing class. Kobox’s fun, aerobic sessions works the whole body, burning fat and toning major muscle groups, offering a high-energy atmosphere in a nightclub environment. Hey, if its good enough for Gigi Hadid, its good enough for us.
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Grace, Belgravia
If you are looking for a holistic, mindful approach to fitness then Grace’s revolutionary training sessions might be for you. This exclusive women’s only gym focuses on strength and toning exercises to improve women’s overall fitness and personal wellbeing. Workouts are tailored to achieve specific fitness goals in an atmosphere designed to inspire and energise.
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Words: Casey O’Neill
