Take the plunge!
Want to keep fit but dread the gym? BECKY TOMBS has the answers to all your problems
IF the gym isn’t for you here are nine workout alternatives that get you active, keep you fit and most importantly keep the cross-trainer at bay. Banish the dread of spending hours sweating it out on the rowing machine and start looking forward to your workout. Choose to have fun, get involved, try something new and challenge yourself. DANCE classes are a way of keeping fit, meeting new people, learning new skills and having fun.
Classes are offered in a range of dance styles so you can tailor your workout to your interests or try something completely new.
If you’re not sure where to start take a look at the websites below for some of the classes available in Derby, Nottingham and Leicester: http://www.rendezvousfordancing.co.uk/ adult-classes http://strictlyballroomandlatin. co.uk/ http://abcballroom.com/
IF you’re looking for something a little more energetic from your dance workout why not give ceroc a try?
Incorporating a little bit of everything from salsa and hip hop to ballroom, musical theatre and jive, ceroc is the fastest growing partner dance in the UK.
Despite its fusion of styles, no fancy footwork is required making it a great workout for beginners.
To find classes available throughout the East Midlands visit: http://www.cerocpassion.com/ http://www.cerocheaven.com/
ROCK climbing is a workout for the body and the mind and a fun way of getting the whole family active.
You can build your strength at your own pace and test your brain to figure out the best route to take.
Beginners can pick up the basics from an introductory course or make the most of a taster session before committing.
For more information on indoor climbing walls in Derby, Nottingham and Leicester visit: http://www.alter-rock.co.uk/ http:// nottingham-climbing.co.uk/ https://www. leicester.gov.uk/leisure-and-culture/sportand-leisure/the-tower-climbing-centre/
A WORKOUT is the perfect opportunity to make the most of the great outdoors.
There are a variety of park walks and park runs across the East Midlands as well as running clubs for something a little more intense.
Exercising as part of a group will give you a ready-made support network to have fun and share your experiences with.
You can build your fitness levels while exploring your area and find out new things about where you live.
For details of some of the opportunities available in Derby, Nottingham and Leicester visit: https://www.inderby.org.uk/parks/ things-to-do-on-our-parks https://www. nottinghamcity.gov.uk/events-marketsparks-and-museums/parks-and-openspaces/park-activities/ http://www. woodthorpehuffersandpuffers.co.uk/ https:// www.leicester.gov.uk/leisure-and-culture/ sport-and-leisure/other-sports/sport-onparks/fitness-on-parks/
FOR those who like to push themselves to the extreme it doesn’t come more intense than a British military fitness class.
Sessions mix strength, cardio, resistance and teamwork exercises and use a variety of equipment from tyres and logs to resistance bands and kettlebells.
Classes are split into ability level so there’s something for everyone and with no fixed routine you’ll always be doing something different.
For information on classes in parks across the East Midlands visit: https://www.britmilfit.com/where-we-train/region/midlands/
IF you love the idea of the outdoors but find the reality a little less appealing track cycling could provide the perfect compromise.
This popular indoor sport can’t save you from looking windswept but it can give you a thorough workout.
Derby Arena offers a range of classes from children’s and beginner’s classes to classes which earn you accreditation and get you race ready.
For more information visit: https://www. derbyarena.co.uk/cycling/
FROM high speed to high heights Flip Out Trampoline Park in Leicester gets you fit without feeling like you’re working out.
With a total of 79 trampolines and no age or ability restrictions there’s no excuse for not getting involved.
You can strengthen your muscles and improve your flexibility and co-ordination just by having fun bouncing.
For more information visit: https://www. flipout.co.uk/locations/leicester/activities/
GETTING rid of the dreaded muffin top often feels like an impossible problem.
Hula fitness classes are a fun, easy and effective way of using hula-hoops to tone your
waist and give your arms and legs a workout.
Nicola Martin Studios in Nottingham offer women only classes so you can build your body confidence in a friendly and supportive environment.
For more information visit: http:// nmsfitness.co.uk/hula-fitness/
IF you’re short on time YouTube exercise videos let you fit your workout in around your busy schedule.
With no membership fees to contend with you can work out as often or as little as you like without worrying about wasting money.
You can choose the area of your body you would like to work on and pick longer or shorter videos depending on how much time you have.