Top 3 Fitness Classes Melbourne Women Are Flocking To in 2018

1. Top 3 Fitness Classes Melbourne Women Are Flocking To in 2018 They say strong is the new sexy, and it seems that with the increased participation in fitness classes Melbourne women are signing up for, more and more women are looking into a variety of exercises not just to look good but for their overall health. If you're looking to spice up your fitness routine, here are the top fitness classes to join this year. Boxing  What is it and why you should try it out: Boxing classes involve high intensity and fast paced movements, often involving boxing with a partner. Moving with power from your hips and waist, expect some amazing transformation in the strength and tone of your core muscles. Not only does boxing do wonders for your core, it also improves your sense of balance and hand-eye coordination as you learn to add more fluidity in your movements. Watch out for: After your first class, expect to get sore all over especially in the muscles under the armpits. Stretch these muscles the next day with a few seconds of side bends on each side. Just extend your arms to the ceiling, palms touching. Keeping your spine straight, bring your hips to the right, and with straight arms point your fingers to the left. Hold this for 10 full breaths, and repeat on the other side. Beginner's survival tips: Come to the gym or studio 15 to 20 minutes early. This will give you enough time to speak to the trainer before the class and ask them any questions you might have about the routine. The trainer will also be able to walk you through the fundamentals including how to wrap your hands, pick the correct size of gloves, as well as the basic punches.

2. Spinning  What is it and why you should try it out: If your idea of a spinning class is a boring ride on a stationary bike indoors, make 2018 the year when you discover how spinning is anything but boring. Top studios offer a group class experience that combines an invigorating ride through various terrains and scenery, adjustable pace, energising music, and interactive elements designed to keep the riders motivated. Regulars swear by the number of calories burned after each class and how their endurance has improved after doing this fitness regime regularly. Watch out for: Cycling can overload your hip flexors and quadriceps due to the repetitive movements of your legs while keeping your spine in a bent forward position for a certain amount of time. Overdoing it can simultaneously overwork some muscle groups in the body while shutting others down. Don't let this take away your enjoyment of spinning classes. Complement hitting the bike with a strength training regime that works out all areas of the body. Beginner's survival tips: Snack bars are common now in a fitness studio Melbourne included. Yes, you'll be burning a lot of calories in class but don't ride on a full stomach. If you must, just have a light snack (one banana or an apple) at least 30 minutes before class. Ask help from the instructor as well in setting you up with your bike so that you are not sitting too low nor too high. Being in proper form on the bike is essential for you to get the most out of this workout and avoid unnecessary strains or injuries. Barre  What is it and why you should try it out: Barre was the brainchild of ballerina Lotte Berk, a German ballerina based in London. In 1959, after a back injury, she thought of creating an exercise system that combines her dance conditioning routines and her rehabilitative therapy exercises. Today, barre classes typically mix ballet, functional training, Pilates, and even some yoga movements. Aside from the barre, most classes also use small hand weights, yoga straps, and Pilates balls. The workout sequence aims to sculpt, strengthen and tone the body. Watch out for: Due to the popularity of barre workouts, it is not difficult now to find a barre studio or a fitness club that includes this in their class offerings. However, as there is no governing body that certifies whether a studio's barre class is up to par or not, students may be going to a class led by an instructor that just mixed some pliés and elevés with a couple of yoga or Pilates movements without having undergone proper barre training herself. Before signing up for a class pass, check out the studio's and instructor's credentials. Beginner's survival tips: In your first class, watch how the regulars do the pulses - notice that the movements are done in tiny increments. Performing the "down an inch, up an inch" isometric movements may not seem to do anything at first but repetition combined with the other exercises in class do give a killer workout. In fact, expect to be sore for a day or two after the class. Wear form-fitting clothes so that the instructor can easily observe your alignment and movement, and spot anything that needs correction.

3. Whether you plan to try one or all of these popular fitness classes, try to go to class at least three times a week for you to really notice results and maintain the positive changes in your body. Savor the good aches and listen well to the instructor to get in good form. For convenience, choose among the top fitness clubs Melbourne has that offer all three.