Kick Start Your Fitness in Paddington
Paddington has plenty to offer those looking to get in shape after the holidays. If you prefer to get sweaty inside or outside check out why people are flocking to Paddington for their fitness and health kicks.
Indoor
12x3, 19 Sheldon Square
Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee in the boxing ring at 12x3. The six key priority areas of training include speed, stamina, footwork, timing and mindset – everything you need to provide a total-body workout in less than an hour.
F45, 13 West End Quay, Merchant Square
F45 is a combination of high-intensity interval training (HIIT), circuit training and functional training. The fusion of the three forms has led to the development of 31 different 45-minute workout experiences that fuse top of the range equipment and group motivation. Located with gorgeous views of the Floating Pocket Park in Merchant Square.
Nuffield Health, 2 Sheldon Square
Located in Paddington Central a short walk from the Hammersmith and City line tube exit Nuffield Heath has on-site specialists qualified in nutritional therapy, physiotherapy, swimming coaching and personal training. In addition, the gym runs a 12-week Health Weight programme for its members.
Virgin Active, 33 North Wharf Road
The Merchant Square Health Club - Virgin Active, is offering no joining fee and the first month free for January sign-ups. With a whopping 109 different classes to choose from ranging from Urban Funk dance classes to Grid Fit you’ve got no excuse.
Pilates
Polish up on your Pilates with two of the best. Yun Choi Pilates, 13 Praed Mews and The Peacock Pilates Studio, 51 Conduit Mews. Both offer private lessons in their exclusive studios. If you are looking to transform your body shape, this is a great place to start.
Outdoor
Active 360, by the Merchant Square Rolling Bridge
Work your core like you’ve never done before with Active 360. Their outdoor Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) base is located right next to the Rolling Bridge. Classes take place on Sundays 10-12 throughout the winter months. Prices start at £59 for a 2hrs, £65 for a 3hr trip per person but if you return for other lessons costs go down to £25 for 2hrs and £30 for 3hrs – costs include all SUP equipment hire, wetsuit and buoyancy aid.
Horse-Riding, 8 Bathhurst Road
Established in 1965, Ross Nye Stables in Hyde Park is the longest-established riding school to offer horse-riding in Central London. They offer lessons to both adults and children and can cater for all levels with different sizes of horse to suit. Horse riding is excellent for strengthening your core, arms and legs as well as improving balance and posture.
Serpentine Running Club, Paddington Track, Randolph Ave, Maida Vale
If running is your thing, the Serpentine Running Club has sessions on Mondays and Tuesday at the Paddington track which boasts a 6-lane synthetic track. The Monday session is for those newer to structured running, the latter is for experienced runners.
The Pawprint Trail
Sometimes a walk and some fresh air is all you need. And if the kids need some motivation to keep them moving, then what better than having to look for everyone’s favourite bear, Paddington. Pick up the Pawprint Trail map from the Paddington Shop at Paddington Station and enjoy canalside views to the Zoo and the choice of another two walking trails depending on your mood.
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