Time Out New York / Issue 641 : Jan 10–16, 2008
Get fit
New ways to work out
Where to lift weights—and compete in a cage match, cheerlead or train like Randy Moss. Your localized guide to the freshest gyms and techniques, with programs low-key, intense, hard-core or your choice of all three.
New York Health & Racquet Club
Like, omigod! Cheerleading for beginners! The brand-new three-part class at HRC combines cardio and dance training with intense body-conditioning exercises. “We’ll be doing lots of jumps, which you won’t see in other classes,” says course creator (and former cheerleader) Andrew Gray. “It’s a hugely good workout, with a lot of core and upper-body work. We’re not gonna be building pyramids, but we’ll be conditioning the body as if preparing for that.” Each class culminates, of course, with a big ol’ cheer.
Rates: Sign up in January for a per-month rate of $105 and no initiation fee (regularly $125 per month with a $500 initiation fee).
1433 York Ave at 76th St (212-737-6666)
New York Sports Club
NYSC may be the fitness equivalent of Starbucks (eight more of ’em popped up in NYC last year), but we’ve got to hand it to them for always rolling out new ways to get fit. The kinesis wall at this location has all kinds of pulleys and weights, meant to be functional training for the things we do in daily life. Plus, it looks
Blade Runner futuristic. “Kinesis brings together balance, strength and flexibility in one workout,” says Ed “this is my real name” Trainor, VP of fitness services.
Rates: Per month $69–$95, plus $20.08 starting fee (normally $120) through January 31.
151 E 86th St between Lexington and Third Aves (212-860-8630) Attune Holistic Fitness
Those seeking major damage control might want to submit themselves to the intensive one-on-one treatment offered at this small UES center. Personal trainers, massage therapists, nutritionists, acupuncturists and wellness coaches are at your beck and call this month—at a discount. Start with a free consultation.
Rates: one-hour session $99; two-for-one until February 15.
1551 Second Ave between 80th and 81st Sts (212-288-0920)
