We are well aware how hard it is to get to the gym in mid-January. It's far easier to chill out on the couch, watching a TV series than, for instance, do 50 crunches in the middle of the living room. But! Spring is fast approaching, which means that the concealing winter coat will return to the wardrobe, and you'll be standing in front of the mirror dumbstruck by the end-of-winter state of your body.
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CrossFit
What it is: While it's one of the most complex and intensive training programs, it's a misconception that practitioners are taken away by ambulance after the exhausting sessions. Scientifically explained, CrossFit is a program of constantly varied functional movements executed at high intensity, aimed at - surprise-surprise - improving your overall fitness. It uses 'turbo boosted' versions of everyday movements.
The benefits: It moves your entire body from neck to toe. It doesn't necessarily use equipment, but generally a range of objects that are unusual in training can be used, for example tractor tyres through to walking sticks and rowing benches.
Recommended for: Those who sit all day.
Where to try: Thor Gym, CrossFit Tesseract or Crossfit B'Bros
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Core training
What it is: Core training strengthens your core muscles, responsible for correct posture, and the health of the spine and the joints. It works the back muscles, the abs, the pectorals and the glutes, while also improving your balance. The exercises are done standing, on the floor, or with a fit ball; occasionally using equipment like weights, rubber bands or xco.
The benefits: It works the core muscles from the hips and tummy, to the back and shoulders. It also improves stamina.
Recommend for: People with back and lower back pains, and those who want to gain stamina. It also helps to improve posture and balance.
Where to try: Fitness Factory, Corvin Wellnes or R-med Academy
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Primal Move
What it is: A system of moves based on primitive, ancient movements. Its goal is to create improvement through playful moves. It doesn't require equipment, only a body willing to move, as well as perseverance. Stretches, crawls, torso coordination similar to burpees, and exercises in pairs are included in this workout.
The benefits: Group exercise is social, and the workout moves all of your muscles.
Recommended for: Those who prefer not to use equipment of any kind.
Where to try: In the basement of 2 Gönczy Pál Street (9th District), or at Thor Gym or Gold Center
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Girya/Kettlebell
What it is: In short: cannonball aerobics. Girya is metal weight with a handle, which is harder to hold out than a classical dumbbell. This is its peculiarity and advantage: it engages more muscles, ensuring a more comprehensive training. It focuses on three basic movements, swing, snatch, and the clean and jerk.
The benefits: It shapes your body, burns fat, and helps to preserve health. It helps to discover muscles you never knew you had!
Recommend for: To those who want fast results.
Where to try: At Hegyvidék Harcosai Martial Arts Academy, 360Gym or Betterbell
