Five fun ways to actually stick to your fitness goals
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Here are some ideas to help you find a routine that actually works for you.
Let’s be honest: when it comes to setting fitness goals, January is a practice month. While some people dive head-first into new routines with renewed zeal on 1 January, there are plenty of us who prefer to use those hazy, summery days to cling to the holiday feeling just a little longer.
But when February hits, so does real life. School goes back, the office beckons and suddenly your daily routine is no longer margaritas and movie days.
For those heading into the year with new fitness goals – or trying to make the ones they set in January actually stick – we’ve rounded up five unique ways to move your body in Canberra.
Whether you’re after a low-impact workout, functional fitness or something a little different, these options are designed to help you stay consistent while actually having fun.
J.I.M
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Never heard of Australia’s first fully automated, infrared group training experience? Now you have. Newly opened in Belconnen, J.I.M (which stands for Joy In Movement) delivers a powerful combination of strength training, functional movement and heat-enhanced conditioning.
Designed to activate deep muscle groups, improve mobility, and accelerate fat burn, all classes are heated to 40 degrees using state-of-the-art infrared technology. The best part? Classes only take 30 minutes, and feature DJ-produced mixes to keep the energy and vibes high.
Block 2, Section 198, Market Street, Belconnen | joyinmovement.com.au
Rumble Boxing
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Set to thumping custom hip-hop and house mashups, Rumble Boxing feels like a night club and fight club all in one. A 45-minute full-body workout, the classes here combine boxing with the transformative power of strength training.
Described as a “high-octane 10-round fight”, it offers authentic HIIT, metabolic conditioning, and all the benefits of cardio in one session. With no experience needed, you can just show up ready to rumble.
43 Constitution Avenue, Unit 91, Reid | doyourumble.com.au
Flow and Co
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With two locations across Canberra, this holistic health studio is best known for Pilates and yoga – but it’s the Hoop & Play classes that really stand out.
Dedicated to hoop (also known as lyra), these classes help you build strength, confidence and coordination as you learn impressive tricks, transitions and combinations. Suitable for all body types, you’ll be sweating and smiling in equal measure.
1 Kalma Way, Campbell and Unit 3, 72 – 74 Townshend Street, Phillip | flowandco.com.au
IONIC Athletics
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This isn’t your average gym. With a focus on premium training and expert coaching, IONIC Athletics offers group classes, personal training, nutrition support and recovery services under one roof.
Programs include Functional X, Endurance, Barbell, Bodybuilding, Gymnastics and Restore & Recover – meaning you’ll train hard, then recover harder. Ideal for anyone looking to build strength while supporting their body long-term.
1 Dairy Road, Building 2/6 01, Fyshwick | ionicathletics.com
Dance Sculpt
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Ever wanted to try ballet as an adult? Dance Sculpt offers beginner-to-intermediate classes designed to improve posture, balance and coordination while working the full body.
With a focus on strength, control and grace, you might even forget you’re exercising as you live out your inner prima ballerina fantasy.
Level 1 21 – 25 Altree Court, Phillip | dancesculpt.com
Feature image: J.I.M. Via Facebook.
