The holidays are almost here, which means ’tis the season of overindulgence. To get you into a healthy holiday spirit, we have rounded up five of the best fall fitness classes in Boston to get you into pre-holiday shape. From an intense cycle class in Back Bay to a new gym in Kenmore Square, here’s a look at some fun classes you won’t mind signing up for this fall.
SoulActivate
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SoulCycle knows just what it takes to get into great shape. If you want to push yourself, sign up for their SoulActivate 45-minute high-intensity interval and strength training bike class. It’s the best way to get your heart pumping through a combination athletic-based high-intensity interval training and strength class using timed interval pushes and an extra weight series with heavier weights. Once you get your inner athlete going, you can sign up for the SoulActivate Survivor 60-minute more intense class to push yourself even further.
500 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116; Website
305 Fitness
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The latest newcomer to the fitness scene (opening today) is 305 Fitness. Located in Kenmore Square, this underground cardio-inspired dance party is the first of its kind to Boston (other locations include New York, Los Angeles and Washington, DC). The gym has inspiring quotes that line the walls, including a “you look great” mirror that lights up in the shower. As for the 55-minute class itself, think cardio workouts that infuse dance moves, sports drills and high intensity interval training for a full body workout. The expert behind the lighting system has designed sets for Mary J. Blige, The Roots, John Legend, Jessie J, Moby, Busta Rhymes, Talib Kweli, Mos Def, Diana Ross, Flo’Rida and John Mayer. Did we also mention each class features a live DJ?
506 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02115; Website
TRAIN
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Everyone has an inner fighter in them, you just need someone to encourage you to bring it out. Start by signing up for the TRAIN class at Everybody Fights (there are two locations in Boston – one in the Seaport District and the other in the Financial District). Each interval-based circuit training class focuses on building strength and increasing muscular endurance and recovery required for a 12-round fight. You will get in tip top shape with 12-15 stations of Heavy Bags, Double End Bags, Upper Cut Bags, Suspension Training, Air-Dynes, Rowers, Battle Ropes, Ring Work and Kettle Bells.
15 Channel Center, Boston, MA 02110; Website
Vinyasa and Deep Relaxation
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The West Coast YogaWorks is just as popular here in Boston as it is in Santa Monica – and for good reason. This Back Bay yoga favorite will get you into great shape, show you how to maintain proper posture and bring balance to your body. The Vinyasa and Deep Relaxation class held here combines elements of vinyasa, yin and restorative designed to loosen the outer layers of the body. It finishes off with some yin poses for an extended savasana. You’ll leave feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and refreshed.
364 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116; Website
AMP Fitness
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There’s only one way to get pumped up about personal fitness and that’s with a semi-private class at AMP Fitness. Designed to give you personalized results, AMP offers a customized plan for each member to meet their own personal fitness goals. The semi-private 4-6 week training program takes into consideration your goals, needs, experience, and ability and is designed not only for your on-site sessions at AMP, but takes into consideration those days when you will be training at home or at a home gym.
30 Court Square, Boston, MA 02108; Website
