Zumba
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Anything Michelle Obama does (wear Thakoon, marry Barack, seamlessly juggle career and family) we want to do too, and that includes Zumba. Expect to shimmy and dance 700 calories an hour off to the sound of Brazilian beats. Shakira is also a fan - what else can you say?
Perfect for: If you would rather party than workout.
Zumba classes are now available at 72 Virgin Active gyms nationwide. Visit virginactive.co.uk to find out more.
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Jukari
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Reebok Jukari :: Five cool new fitness trends :: Fitness :: handbag.com
Ever wanted to run away and join the circus? Try Jukari, a trapeze-heavy collaboration between Reebok and Cirque du Soleil, which is based on the moves that Cirque performers actually do and is set to music from the shows. Expect to work up a sweat and tone upper body muscles you never knew you had. Reebok has also created a Cirque du Soleil clothing range available at Harrods.
Perfect for: Those looking for fresh fitness inspiration.
Jukari is currently at Reebok Sports Club in London and goes nationwide in autumn. Call 0800 305 0500 or visit reebok.com for details.
VRX-biking
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VRX :: Five cool new fitness trends :: Fitness :: handbag.com
If you live in the city, taking to the streets on your bike can sometimes (but not always) be more trouble than it\'s worth. Enter VRX-biking classes, where the exercise bike (called an X-bike) has unique side-to-side movements that combine with visual screens to guide you through different tracks, trails and streets.
Perfect for: Those on a budget - VRX-biking classes start from just £2.90 per hour in most gyms.
Available at Everyone Active Clubs nationwide. For more information on where to find a class call Trixter on 0844 979 456.
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Barefoot running
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The barefoot running movement is fast picking up speed thanks to health benefits such as fewer injuries, increased flexibility and strength. Running on level grass is best and city-dwellers may want to think about investing in Vibram\'s FiveFingers running shoes lest you step on dog poo, broken glass or worse.
Perfect for: Runners looking for extra motivation - Runner\'s World expert Greg McMillan recommends jogging barefoot once or twice each week about the distance of one to three laps.
FiveFingers running shoes, £98.99 from vibramfivefingers.it. For more on barefoot running visit RunningBarefoot.org.
Do more: Want to help a fellow runner? Andrew Jackson is running 100 miles in four days to raise awareness of CRY, a charity close to his heart. Sponsor him here.
Dynamic Pilates and Cardiolates
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This isn\'t any Pilates. This is Dynamic Pilates. Using high tech Reformer machines to help you stretch, Dynamic Pilates promises to slim figures, improve posture and build leaned, toned muscle. But don\'t let that scare you - even our gym-phobic tester loved this workout. If you\'re missing the benefits of a cardio workout, try Cardiolates, which uses Spin bikes.
Perfect for: Those who want to get a full-body workout and see and feel results fast.
Classes start from £12.50 for an introductory class from TenPilates, London. Visit www.tenpilates.com to find out more.
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