If you’re looking into adding group exercise classes to your workout regimen, there’s no shortage of options. With so many to choose from and only so much time in the day, you might have a hard time deciding. To help you with that decision, here’s a list of five excellent options for your next group exercise class.

Which Classes Should You Take?

1. Indoor Cycling

Cardio strengthens your heart and burns calories, and indoor cycling is one of the most popular cardio options. As everyone operates stationary bikes, instructors give vocal instructions for adjusting flywheel resistance settings and speed. With modern technology, groups may also follow a combination of an in-class instructor and a virtual trail on video.

2. Pilates

Pilates is an excellent form of core training. Rather than focusing on cardio, Pilates focuses on stretching and developing bodily control through breathing techniques and holding positions. It can improve your flexibility, balance, and posture.

3. Weight Training

While you may think of weight training as a solo exercise, it actually makes for a fantastic group exercise class. As you use barbells, weight plates, and your own body weight, instructors guide you through routines of squats, presses, curls, and more. This builds and tones muscle mass and improves your body’s calorie use during cardio.

4. Martial Arts Cardio

Martial arts like karate and jiujitsu by themselves help develop both mental and physical discipline. When techniques from these and other mixed martial arts combine into a group exercise class, they offer both intense cardio and group discipline.

5. Yoga

Yoga takes a more spiritual approach than Pilates, though the practices are similar. While both yoga and Pilates help to build core strength and physical discipline through bodily positioning and stretching, yoga incorporates meditation to balance both the body and the mind.

Whatever you’re looking for in a group exercise class, you can find it at LifeSport Athletic Club – Libertyville. Between a world-class tennis club and their exceptional personal trainers, LifeSport Athletic Club offers premium group exercise classes to help you meet your fitness goals. Call (847) 362-5553 to ask about availability, and visit their website for more information on membership.