16 Weird Workout Trends That Will Make You Sweat
Humans get bored quickly. One minute, we are all about
scaling walls; the next, we are game for some CrossFit. This is probably why
the fitness world has to develop new, unique, and sometimes just plain weird
workouts every year to keep you wanting and moving more. We dug around and
found 16 abnormal movements that might make their way to Malaysia someday, which
could rock your fitness boat if you’re getting bored of your usual workout
routine @ Read More : antioxidantllife
1. Backwards Running
Running forward is getting clichéd, so it’s time to do it
backward. Also known as retro running, it’s a great way to cool down, improve
your balance, and improve your neuromuscular efficiency. This workout claims to
put less stress on your knees and helps to keep your posture upright, too. But
make sure you are at a safe place before starting your run to avoid any
accidents.
2. Naked Yoga
You will be doing the usual yoga poses but sans clothes.
Naked yoga could help you tap deeper into your spirituality, and it teaches you
to embrace your body so it can be liberating. But it’s NSFW (Not Safe For Work)
and probably won’t be able to reach our shores for now. No one is stopping you
from practicing naked yoga in the comforts of your own home with the doors
closed and windows shaded.
3. Doga (Dog Yoga)
Why not bring your canine companion to your next yoga
session and practice traditional hatha yoga moves together? Though this workout
trend is not in Malaysia yet, it’s been taking the UK by storm since yoga
instructor Mahny Djahanguiri introduced it. Doga might help improve the harmony
and synchronization of energy flow between you and your dog.
4. Barefoot Running
Before running shoes started becoming the ‘in’ thing, humans
ran barefoot. Researchers said barefoot runners have more range of motion in
the foot and use more of their toes. As you flex, spread, splay, and grip the
surface with your bare feet, you have less pronation (rolling the foot for
shock absorption), and pressure is evenly distributed. Just make sure wherever
you will be jogging or running is safe from any sharp objects or surfaces. @ Read More : technoologylimited
5. Treadmill Class
Group treadmill classes have not picked up in Malaysia yet,
but it’s booming in the US. With treadmill classes, you get more out of your
usual solo treadmill workouts because the trainer gives you different
instructions to adjust your treadmill's inclinations, speed, and intensity.
Also, you will be sweating away with other people in the class, which can motivate you.
6. Trapeze Class
Have you ever wondered how the flying trapeze artists in
circuses perform death-defying moves? Well, now there is a chance to learn it.
No matter your age, if you want to learn to swing from bar to bar and heights
are not an issue, you can try this out. It could sculpt your upper body muscles
while you are having fun.
7. Bokwa
Most people would compare Bokwa to Zumba because both
provide an intense cardio dance workout that even a non-dancer can follow. What
makes Bokwa different is a fusion of hip-hop, step aerobics, and South
African-style dance, where the steps are based on letters and numbers. You will
be sweating buckets by the time you finish dancing out. @ Read More : technoologyanalytics
8. Drumming
All you need are drumsticks of different weights to pound
away your calories during a drumming workout class. You will be pounding your
drumsticks on floors, and exercise balls as you perform aerobic and dance moves
at different speed intervals. Who knew that sweating like a rockstar is good
for you?
9. Indoor Surfing
Known as Surfset, this workout takes place indoors instead
of on the beach to get a surfer's body without getting drenched in seawater. You
will be ‘surfing’ on the RipSurfer X, a plastic board atop three tiny Bosu-like
balls secured at a base that moves according to the ocean waves with no shark
attacks involved.
10. Baby Bootcamp/ Stroller Fitness
Do you have some babies to care for and won’t be able to squeeze in
a workout session? You can enroll in Baby Bootcamp to bring your
babies along to assist in your workouts and save money on daycare. In Baby
Bootcamp, you will be making high-intensity, stroller-based moves that get you
sweating, but before that, you have to make sure your babies are comfortable and
have some toys to play with while squatting away. @ Read More : technoologyengineers
11. Punk Rope
Remember how you used to be able to do some cool tricks on
the skipping ropes with your buddies during recess? Well, this is just like it,
but with more intensity. You will alternate between rope jumping and
conditioning drills such as lunges, squats, and sprints with unique names like
Charlie Brown and Wizard of Oz.
