(SPOT.ph) We’ve all probably put “get more exercise” on our New Year’s resolutions lists one time or another, and one of the best ways to actually follow through on that goal? Making exercise a fun group thing with friends! It’s not always easy getting the motivation you need to get more exercise in, but pairing fun calorie-burning activities with your favorite people might be just what you need to start a new healthy habit.
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Here are 10 fun workouts in Manila you can try with the squad:
BARE Manila
Rates: 4 Session Starter Pack (P1,500), 1 Session (P1,000), 5 Sessions (P4,750)
Bare Manila uses the “BLACK” workout method that combines weight training and high intensity interval training, so you and your friends can expect a killer workout. There are a few partner workouts during the entire routine, so it’s best to bring a friend (or friends!) who’ll really push you and have fun with you every step of the way.
BARE Manila is at 8 Forbestown Road, Forbes Town Center, Burgos Circle, Fort Bonifacio. For more information, log on to BARE Manila's website.
Flyweight Boxing
Rates: Contender Pack First-Timer Package (P1,600/four classes), Walk-In Pass (P1,000), 5-Pack (P4,000), 10-Pack (P7,500)
Flyweight uses boxing moves and equipment for their signature 45- and 60-minute classes, but it’s not like any boxing workout you’ve ever tried before. The whole workout consists of eight to 12 rounds where you’ll be doing a combination of shadow boxing, heavy bag work, and bodyweight exercises to get that blood pumping and that body moving.
Flyweight Boxing is at 2/F 8 Forbestown Road, Forbes Town Center, Burgos Circle, Fort Bonifacio. For more information, log on to Flyweight Boxing's website.
Climb Central
Rates: 1 Adult Day Pass (P600), 5X Multi Pass (P1,600), 10X Multi Pass (P3,000)
Planning on climbing to the top this year? Well, you can do that both literally and figuratively at Climb Central, an indoor wall climbing gym that’s perfect for both beginner and experienced climbers alike. You and your friends can do sessions on your own or if you’re all just getting started, opt for guided sessions complete with belaying services to ease you in.
Climb Central is at The Portal, Greenfield District, Highway Hills, Mandaluyong City. For more information, log on to Climb Central's website.
F45
Rates: Rates differ per branch.
F45 stands for Functional and 45-minutes, where you’ll be doing a 45-minute combination of circuit training and high intensity interval training (HIIT)-style workouts that’ll really challenge you to step up with your A-game. You and your friends can choose between cardio and resistance workouts, or even a combination of both—either way, you’ll be sweating like crazy after each session.
See a list of F45 branches.
Ultra Lagree
Rates: Trial Package (P1,400/two sessions), Drop In Rate (P1,400/one session), 5 Sessions (P6,000), 12 Sessions (P12,900), 20 Sessions (P20,300), 30 Sessions (P28,200)
Ultra Lagree is a relatively new workout that’s quickly earning a loyal fan following. The entire Lagree workout uses a special machine called the Megaformer that’ll help you hold poses to tone your body and build strength—you’ll really feel those muscles shaking while you do the reps and for long after the session is over! Trust us, this is one workout you’ll want to try with your friends so you can all bond over how your body feels after an intense workout.
Ultra Lagree is at 2/F Estancia Mall, Capitol Commons, Ortigas, Pasig City. For more information, log on to Ultra Lagree's website.
Ride Revolution
Rates: Trial Class (P500), First Timer Package (P1,800/unlimited rides for two weeks), Single Class (P850), 5 Class Package (P4,000), 10 Class Package (P7,500), 20-Class Package (P14,000)
Are you exercising or having fun (while sweating buckets)? At Ride Revolution, every class feels like a party thanks to their instructors’ hip playlists. Each class pass gets you a 45-minute ride that’ll have you working those legs and arms to the beat. If you and your friends also feel up for some friendly competition, the studio is equipped with performance trackers that tell you your power level, the estimated calories you burned, and distance traveled.
Ride Revolution has branches at Shangri-La Plaza, Kerry Sports Manila, and Greenbelt 5. For more information, log on to Ride Revolution's website.
Saddle Row
Rates: First Timer Card (P2,000/five classes), Drop In (P900/one class), 5 Class Package (P4,000), 10 Class Package (P7,500), 20 Class Package (P14,000), 75 Class Package (P45,000)
Aside from fun spinning classes that cater to different levels of spin enthusiasts, Saddle Row is probably the only place in Manila with a rowing studio that makes for a powerful total body workout. You get a variety of bodyweight exercises both on and off the row—and who knows, maybe it’ll inspire you to take up outdoor rowing sports?
Saddle Row has branches at Power Plant Mall andCentral Square. For more information, log on to Saddle Row's website.
Pretty Huge Obstacles
Rates: Adult Day Pass (P800), Adult 3 Day Package (P2,100); they also offer monthly membership packages.
As its name might suggest, Pretty Huge Obstacles is a studio with, well, pretty huge obstacles. If you and your friends are up for a challenge, then what better activity to try than racing through an actual obstacle course? Think of what you might see on American Ninja Warrior or Wipe Out—just with fun beginner-friendly obstacles to get you started!
Pretty Huge Obstacles is at 2/F SM Aura Premier, Bonifacio Global City. For more information, log on to Pretty Huge Obstacles' website.
Rise Nation
Rates: First Time Rise (P1,500/five sessions), 1 Class Package (P1,000), 5 Class Package (P4,800), 10 Class Package (P9,000), 30 Class Package (P24,000), 50 Class Package (P35,000)
If you and your friends have some pretty packed schedules, then some quicker 30-minute HIIT workouts might be the perfect way to get some exercise in while still burning a ton of calories. With Rise Nation, their total-body workouts use what’s called the VersaClimber, a machine that simulates vertical climbing—so definitely expect some sore (but happy sore!) muscles afterward.
Rise Nation is at Unit E F G, 2/F High Street South Corporate Plaza Tower 1, 26th Street corner 9th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City. For more information, log on to Rise Nation's website.
Sparta Calisthenics
Rates: Walk-In Group Class (P600), 10 Session Group Class Package (P1,800), 1 Month Unlimited (P4,500)
Sparta’s not just a gym—they’ve got their own calisthenics classes designed to get you and your friends moving so you get stronger together! Their Kalos class is mainly for body sculpting using bodyweight, and their Sthenos classes are designed for overall strength training, but they also have beginner-friendly Dance Calisthenics classes for people who love moving and working out to a beat.
Sparta is at 126 Pioneer Street, Mandaluyong City. For more information, log on to Sparta's Facebook page.
