TRAIN like a TODDLER

Keep an eye out for these wacky new workouts inspired by childhood passions

1 CRAWLING

You can now get fit by crawling like a baby with this new toddler-inspired fitness trend. Dubbed the new planking, adults in the US are learning to re-set their bodies and strengthen their core by moving like children. Just try not to chuck a tantrum when it’s over!

2 CYCLAOKE

Finally you can distract yourself from the agony of hill climbs by singing out loud without looking like a crazy person! The 45-minute cycle karaoke classes are just like your usual spin class only you can sing your way into shape as the lyrics to your favourite tunes flash across a TV screen.

3 MERMAID CLASSES

You can channel your inner mermaid while working out in these aqua fitness classes held by No Ripples in Australia. Get your pretty tail on and get stuck into an hour-long fusion of swimming, core, dance, aerobics and interval training to upbeat tunes.

4 KANGOO

Remember bounding around like a kangaroo when you were a kid? Now you can do it again in this high-intensity dance class. You might feel a bit silly, but you’ll get a killer cardio workout and tone your calves too. It’s fitness at its embarrassing best!