2023 is a new year, Promenade residents!
If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to dive into fitness, look no further. Here are the best gyms and fitness studios in Baltimore.
We Abs-olutely love MAC
Maryland Athletic Center (MAC) is in the heart of Harbor East. MAC has state-of-the-art equipment and machines for cardio, HIIT, weight-lifting, body-building, and power-lifting. Beyond free weights and cardio stations, they have various studios dedicated to yoga, barre, and pilates.
Additionally, MAC has a saltwater pool, courts, turf, and saunas. If you’re interested, the Maryland Athletic Center has personal trainers and classes for novices and regular gym-goers.
Best of all, Promenade residents receive a reduced membership rate of $30 off per month.
These Open Gyms Aren’t a Waist of Time
Merritt Clubs has several award-winning facilities across Baltimore, particularly in Canton, Downtown, and Locust Point. Their equipment and machines are top-notch.
Merritt, however, is known for training in one-on-ones, small groups, and boxing. Additionally, Merritt Clubs has numerous wellness programs (i.e., aquatics, nutrition and wellness, and therapeutic services) and group fitness classes (i.e., boot camp, cycle, dance, strength and conditioning, and yoga). There’s something for everyone at Merritt; join today for $0 for your first month!
In Downtown Baltimore, Grind is working out. Their open gym has stellar waterfront views with cutting-edge equipment and machines. Grind also has a powerlifting club and basketball court. Members receive access to personal training, group sessions, meal prep/nutrition counseling with a registered dietician, barbershop, and physical therapy.
Set the Barre High with Pilates and Yoga
Align your body with modern pilates! Pilates House in Fells Point offers reformer and heated classes ranging from beginner to advanced. They also offer private sessions for one, two, three, or a party.
Find your inner peace at Breathing Dragon Yoga. Located in Harbor Point, Breathing Dragon aspires to transform your life and promote optimism and equilibrium within oneself. Classes include hot yoga, hot HIIT, and hot spin. View their schedule to find the best classes for you.
Pump it Up with Cycling
Push yourself with Resistance Cycle spin classes! Have fun, lower blood pressure, ease tension, and work out those legs (and core). If interested, here are their membership options in Harbor Point.
Go for a spin at Rev Cycle Studio in Brewer’s Hill. Their invigorating cycling classes with their instructors, studio, and bikes are an amazing workout. Be sure to take a Rev Blast class for a full body sweat session. Sweat it out and check it out!
Cardio is Heart Work
F45 in Fell’s Point offers a unique fitness experience; members and guests sign up for 45-minute group training classes to enhance metabolism, energy, strength, and endurance. Sessions alternate between cardio, resistance, and hybrid training.
Take a peak at the fitness studio, PEAK, in Highlandtown. PEAK focuses on strengthening and conditioning in their 55-minutes group HIIT classes.
May the Fitness Be with You (Even at Home)
The gym can be time-consuming and—quite honestly—a little intimidating! Here are some virtual at-home options that are just as amazing:
Jessica Hensley offers live virtual yoga classes to heal the mind and the body. Her classes improve mobility, strength, and energy levels; yoga sessions are available via Zoom or Facebook.
Yogaworks has numerous live virtual yoga classes, such as yin yoga, vinyasa flow, therapeutic yoga, and pilates. Adjust your alignment and try their sessions today!