Skillsatsweat BYBXR Anintense, sweatyand effective boxing class in one of the swankiest gym facilities in london

An intense, sweaty and effective boxing class in one of the swankiest gym facilities in London

WHAT IS IT?

When the music starts blasting and the lights are lowered, it’s really just you and the punch bag in the Skills studio at BXR. Part of the Sweat by BXR classes on offer at this luxurious facility in London, Skills centres its 45-minute workout around boxing, so you’ll be practising your jabs, crosses and hooks with intervals of bodyweight conditioning moves like burpees, squat jumps and press-ups. It’s a small room, but the closeness adds to the atmosphere, and you’ll soon get used to being in someone else’s sweat splash-zone.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

Boxing has become popular as an alternative to conventional cardio workouts like running, cycling and swimming – which can get a bit repetitive. Although boxing seems upperbody heavy, it isn’t – it’s a full-body workout that requires recruitment from the lower body and core with every punch, which you’ll definitely discover in this class. The rounds on the bag are so intense that the conditioning exercises in between seem like active recovery, so you can expect to burn fat, get fit and work your heart and lungs. An added bonus? The barely-lit room allows you to let go of any inhibitions and really go to town on that bag, so if you’ve got any stress or aggression to let out, this is the place.

HOW HARD IS IT?

Like any class focused on cardio and conditioning, you only get out what you put in. It’s simple – if you’re feeling lazy and are hitting the bag at 50 per cent effort, then you’ll see less of a result. If you go all out, then you can expect to reap the rewards of the benefits above.

WHERE IS IT?

Sweat by BXR at BXR London ( bxrlondon.com). Classes are £15 for members and £30 for non-members, with package deals available.

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