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Where: Gravity DXB in a nutshell Body weight training in an indoor playground What to expect For those who want to learn gravity defying tricks like handstands and flags, Gravity DXB is a good place to start. The studio looks like a playground consisting of monkey bars, climbing frames and squishy floors, and the workouts combine elements of strength, gymnastics and parkour. You start off warming up with basic body weight exercises and gradually build up to more challenging moves such as pull-ups and ‘skinning the cat’ (hanging from a bar and rotating your legs over your head and behind your back). Don’t expect gravity defying moves overnight though. It’s a slow process but a killer workout.
top tip
Check out our interview with Amal Murad over the page – she teaches ladies only classes, and is the first ever female Emirati parkour coach. She’s also the face of a brand new Nike advertisement.
Al Quoz 3, Dubai, Mon 6pm, Tue to Thur 7pm, Fri 8am and 10am, Dhs130. Tel: (04) 3216006. Taxi: Road 318 between Al Marabea Road and Umm Suqeim Road. facebook. com/GravityCalisthenicsGym