Curves gym is a fitness centre exclusively for women. Their 30-minute workout had us switch between 10 exercise machines with the guarantee that we would burn 500 calories minus unwarranted male attention. The downside? The trainer to client ratio
Curves gym is a fitness centre exclusively for women. Their 30-minute workout had us switch between 10 exercise machines with the guarantee that we would burn 500 calories minus unwarranted male attention. The downside? The trainer to client ratio
One idea. One gender. One workout. Curves Gym is a unilateral gym in all senses of the word. The formula is simple: No men + No mirrors = More focused workouts = Better results. As Vibha Shah, proprietor, Curves gym says, "It's not uncommon for women to feel self-conscious in front of men, which shifts their focus from exercise."
The gym also has Liv-aid, an FDA-approved tool to make monthly breast
self-exams less intimidating. However, the staff needs to be better
trained regarding how it can be used. PIC/ Pradeep Dhivar
The 30-minute, 500 calorie-burning workout is said to guarantee faster results. The workout is intense and had us use at least 10 different machines while stopping at the recovery area (to maintain heart rate) in between every two machines.
We could hop on at any point in the circuit, which included a warm-up, and each exercise had to be done for 30 seconds. The completion of the 24-minute circuit ensures that every major muscle group has been worked out. A fact that our aching muscles could vouch for! What's helpful is that each member has a swipe card that stores the individual's health problems, monthly progress, reduction in body fat percentage and attendance.
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On the downside, the trainer to client ratio is skewed. With just two trainers to manage the women on the circuit, there is no scope for personal attention. Problematic in a place where there is such a rapid switch between machines, and trainer input is integral.
Having said that, a space where you can focus on exercise and leave most distractions behind can be a very liberating experience. Besides, it's good for your heart too!
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At: R Odeon Mall, first floor, Odeon, Ghatkopar (E).
Call 66714040/ 41.
Timings: 7.30 am to 12.30 pm and 3 pm to 7 pm.
For: Rs 7,000 for quarterly membership; Rs 13,000 for annual membership.
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