Sure working out at home does the trick, but there is nothing like exercising at a fully equipped gym. Whether you want to break a sweat with some cardio or head to the weight room to work on muscle definition, you have access to just about everything you could dream of at these top gyms across the region.
Bootcamp
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Hodges Fitness
The group exercise program at Hodges seeks to make you stronger in all aspects of your life, from the muscles in your body to your mental strength. With their mindset training, you’ll be able to apply your brainpower to becoming physically empowered. While the workouts are intense, you’ll always feel like your best self afterward. 7950 Woodruff Ct., Ste. 7, North Springfield
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Kelly’s Bootcamp & Inergy Fitness
Head to a parking lot to workout outdoors at Kelly’s Bootcamp, or visit the indoor Inergy studio. No matter the workout you do, owner Kelly Young and her team can help you make an incredible, lifelong transformation. They also offer nutrition and wellness coaching to complement the physical exercise. 43083 Peacock Market Plz., Ste. 120, South Riding; 24670 Dulles Landing Dr., Ste. 100, Sterling
CrossFit Gym
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CrossFit 703/Halo Fitness
Halo Fitness Experience is the embodiment of what the fitness industry should be. By working out with a group, you’ll be building muscle and camaraderie. With CrossFit 703, you’ll experience varied, high-intensity functional movements and will receive a general nutritional plan in addition to expert coaching. 10400 Premier Ct., Burke
Runner-Up
Ballston CrossFit
No matter if you’re a Navy SEAL or a stay-at-home mom, Ballston CrossFit is for everyone at all fitness levels—so long as you’re willing to put in the work. Push, pull, squat, lift, and run at a high intensity to see dramatic results. The hourlong workouts can fit into even the busiest schedules, and you won’t lose interest in this gym routine because it changes every time. 1110 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington
Cycling Studio
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New Trail Cycling & Strength Studio
At New Trail, it isn’t about how you look, but rather how you feel. There’s no pressure of a typical “boutique studio,” and you’re only competing against yourself here—it’s teamwork minus intimidation. From the stationary bike to the strength training, the individualized workouts will leave you feeling healthier in body and mind. 1641-B Washington Plz. N., Reston
Runner-Up
CycleBar
Rock your ride at CycleBar, where the playlist and distinct classes will have you turning pedals and will get your heart pumping every time. At Columbia Pike, it’s more than a ride—their trainers are beloved for turning your workout into a journey of self-discovery through personal engagement. Follow the music and instruction to elevate yourself throughout each 45-minute session. 3400 Columbia Pk., Ste. 100, Arlington; 301 W. Broad St., Falls Church
Kickboxing Studio
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Urban Boxing
Kick, punch, bob, and weave your way to a higher fitness level at Urban Boxing. The classes here will make you feel ready to take on the world. Although you might be drenched with sweat upon completing a workout, you’ll certainly feel stronger afterward. They offer traditional boxing in addition to kickboxing and will have you feeling like Rocky in no time. 3701 Fairfax Dr., Arlington
Runner-Up
KickHouse Chantilly
Kick things up a level with the fun and motivational kickboxing workouts at KickHouse Chantilly—and see the results in no time. Learn and perfect your form and add fuel to your fitness fire here, with everything from foundation courses to higher intensity classes. Sweat, laugh, and reach the next level with their supportive community and total-body conditioning. 4090 Airline Pkwy., Ste. K, Chantilly
Pilates Studio
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Club Pilates Burke
If you want to tone and sculpt your figure, Club Pilates will take you on the path to a fuller, more satisfying physical existence. There are locations throughout NoVA, but this Burke spot in particular will help you take control of your body and your life thanks to their reformer fusion classes—offered to anyone at any age and fitness level. 5765 Burke Center Pkwy., Ste. S, Burke
Runner-Up
Sculp’d
As Alexandria’s first and only Pilates and muscle conditioning studio, Sculp’d not only provides hard-core exercise classes, but they also have the revolutionary Emsculpt Neo, Emtone, and Emsella machines that will change your muscles in a way you never imagined. The technology will complement any one of the four different workouts, from total-body Pilates to high-intensity interval training, offered here. 1103 Queen St., Alexandria
Feature image courtesy Ballston CrossFit
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