Stay Fit When You Travel for Work

Work travel doesn’t have to be a downer on your fitness. If the gym’s getting you down or you’d rather mix workouts with meet-ups, you’ve got more options than you think. There are plenty of cool ways to stay fit while having a good time and learning something new. Here’s our guide to some of the best alternative fitness options in the UK:

1. Do Good, Get Fit

The Good Gym in London makes your regular workout worthwhile by combining running with a physical task that benefits a community project, such as digging, lifting or carrying. There are a few different groups that meet regularly, or you can choose to commit to visiting a vulnerable person in your local community and helping them with their physical chores. It’s a great way to meet new people and have some fun while helping out those in need. If you’re staying at our East London Travelodge , The Good Gym’s an easy choice.

2. Nova: Yoga + Pilates

Looking for an energetic alternative to your yoga or pilates class? Nova combines aspects of both practices and sets them to an upbeat soundtrack for improved flexibility and muscle strength. Classes are coming to Virgin Active gyms soon. Keep an eye on their website for updates.

3. Ballet Fitness

Inspired by the film Black Swan, ballet fitness classes have finally reached the UK and are set to be a big trend in 2015. Barre Fitness classes offer a complete workout that uses the ballet barre to challenge core strength and build muscle stamina. Classes come in a variety of intensity and difficulty levels. There are high-intensity workouts for real fitness addicts or gentle stretching classes for a more relaxed workout. Barrecore offer classes across central and west London and in Alderley Edge (near Manchester).

4. Underwater Cycling

Yes, seriously. You can now take your spinning class underwater for extra cellulite-busting and muscle toning. Hydrofit in London also offer underwater jogging, all set in a foamy ‘bubble bath’-style tub that’s said to help you relax while you exercise. You can even watch TV while you workout. Get submerged in your own individual ‘massage bathtub’ and start busting some calories.

5. Acrobatic Yoga

Combining acrobatics and yoga, Acroyoga brings you together with a partner to perform some impressive moves while cultivating trust and connection. Build your muscle strength and learn some amazing new party-tricks. Catch a class on Thursday evenings at the Ki Centre in Brighton. Then crash out on your Brighton Travelodge‘s Dreamer bed and let your muscles recover.