Five surprising ways to heat up your winter fitness routine
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Here’s how to shake off Canberra’s seasonal blues this winter with five fun-filled fitness routines.
Finding the motivation to exercise in winter can sometimes be a bigger challenge than a workout itself – and as the days get shorter and colder, we wouldn’t blame you if you’d rather hit snooze than a spin class.
But we’re here to help you keep motivated and moving, and luckily for you, we’ve found five surprising ways to heat up your fitness routine in Canberra – from hot mat Pilates to roller dance lessons.
It’s time to get physical.
Hot Mat Pilates at Love Athletica
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We meant it when we said you could heat up your fitness routine, because with the launch of Hot Mat Pilates at Love Athletica, this winter you’ll be sweating instead of shivering. Making your usual Pilates routine even hotter, you’ll definitely be feeling the burn in their dedicated Hot Mat studio as you take their three signature Heated Mat class formats.
With infrared heating panels heating the studio up to 30 or 35 degrees, the Love Athletica classes all offer a full body burn (literally) with strength and HIIT bursts, as well as a yoga-inspired stretch and flow to finish.
Add in an overhead cooling spritz to balance out the heat and revitalise you for whatever’s next in your day (which you can begin by using their luxurious bathroom facilities) and we’ve found your next workout obsession.
70 Northbourne Avenue, City | loveathletica.com.au
Padel and Pickleball at Canberra Racquet Club
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This purpose-built playground for the fastest-growing racquet sports in the world is all indoors, making it a great space to try your hand at padel and pickleball this winter. Complete with pink padel courts and panoramic glass (perfect for both playing and spectating) as well as a luxurious space to relax pre- and post-game – including a coffee machine and soon to be a fully stocked bar – this is one workout that’s so much fun, you’ll forget that you’re actually exercising.
18 Nyrang Street, Fyshwick | racquetclub.com.au
Jiu Jitsu at Shape
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Offering every conceivable option for anyone wanting to dip their toe (or entire leg) into the art of Jiu Jitsu, Shape studio in Fyshwick offers classes for kids as young as six to adults and range from absolute beginners to advanced. Perfect for building both self-confidence and learning self-defence, not only will you improve your muscle tone and strength while increasing flexibility and mobility, but you’ll also have some very cool skills come summer.
Building 2, G0.3, 1 Dairy Road, Fyshwick | shapejiujitsu.com
A SimpliFLY class at Fly Bungee
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Looking for a low impact workout that will work the full body? A class at Fly Bungee will literally put a spring into your step. Using bungee cords for resistance and support as you work through exercises including squats, jumps and burpees – all of which take you airborne – not only does it improve strength and endurance, but it brings fun back to group exercise. Who doesn’t want to take their fitness to new heights?
4a 30 Darling Street, Mitchell | flybungee.com.au
Roller skating at RollerFit
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Combining roller skating with fitness exercises and dancing, you’ll roll out of winter with a smile on your face after attending classes at RollerFit. With two locations in Canberra – Acton and Belconnen – whether you’re a beginner looking to try something new, a seasoned skater or someone looking to tap into their inner child, they have a range of classes for all skill levels. Also providing roller dance and artistic lessons, not only does it foster a positive relationship with movement, play, and exercise, but it will also get your heart racing!
19 North Road, Acton and 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen | rollerfit.com.au
Feature image: Love Athletica. Supplied.
