Get in shape in 2016
JOBURG - It is the new year and many are embarking on a fitness journey in 2016 – and that journey is easier conquered in a group.
Instead of being the focus of the gym bunnies who complain about the newcomers, take a different approach to getting fit in the new year by joining a fun club and taking part in outdoor activities with like-minded people who want to get fit too.
There are a number of fun classes in and around Johannesburg that will get you well on your way to that flat stomach and rock hard legs.
Yoga in the Park
Join Yoga Works for outdoor yoga sessions every Sunday morning at Emmarentia Botanical Gardens. Get your weekly dose of fresh air, sunshine, exercise, nature and try out your tree pose under a real tree. Just bring your yoga mat, friends, family and water to join in on the fun.
Date: Sunday mornings
Time: 9am
Venue: Emmarentia Botanical Gardens, Johannesburg
Cost: R80
Details: Steven on 072 835 2525; Yoga in the Park on Facebook
fitCal Night Trail Run
Join in on the five or 10km Night Trail Run around the scenic grounds of the Wanderers Golf Club. After the run, there will be drinks, food, music and ample space to relax and socialise before you get your weekend started.
Date: 29 January
Time: 7pm
Venue: The Wanderers Golf Club
Cost: See website
Details: www.fitcal.co.za
Fit Night Out 2016
It’s the biggest trend of 2016 – social fitness. Women’s health is all about getting fit together as a team, so get in on the fun. Grab your girlfriends, your co-workers, your sister, your mom and get ready to dance, meditate, box and blast your way through summer sweat sessions with the country’s top trainers and DJs at the biggest fitness event of the year.
Date: 6 February
Time: 3pm
Venue: Melrose Arch
Cost: R195
Details: Computicket