10 Quick Lunch-time Workouts to do in Under an Hour
Hit these gyms to squeeze in a lunchtime quickie
Text: Rebecca Morais
Whether you are still WFH or back into work in the CBD, including a regular fitness activity in your daily or weekly schedule doesn’t have to be a chore. The best way to motivate yourself is by choosing a gym session that you have fun in and naturally enjoy. It has been medically proven that a healthy lifestyle leads to low-stress living – the trick is to find a routine that works for you in your ideal location.
Whether it’s yoga, boxing,or personal training, we round up our top 10 most efficient workouts to do in your lunch hour.
Credits: Ritual
1. Ritual Gym
Ritual is renowned for getting endorphins flowing in just 20 minutes at their locations across Singapore. Known for their compact yet highly efficient and impactful classes, Ritual delivers slamming sessions for anyone who struggles for time. The workouts vary daily so you can expect a highly varied and exciting session each time. Every training circuit is executed under the guidance of a highly experienced instructor - so expect shorter, yet brilliant workouts with fantastic drive.
Price: Receive 50% off the first month of any term membership by training 4 times during your 7- or 14-day trial. The classes are priced at $49 for 7 days or $89 for 14 days.
Schedule: To view Ritual’s schedule, get in touch with your preferred location here.
Locations: Raffles Place, Holland Village, Orchard Road, East Coast, and Tiong Bahru.
Virgin Active has designed a comprehensive exercise program to suit specific fitness needs. From high-energy combat classes, calming yoga sessions, or targeted toning programmes, the classes are ideal for both a stint in between meetings or a leisurely work-from-home boost. Virgin Active gyms are strategically located and equipped with state-of-the-art workout machines and holistic wellness rooms. Each membership allows access to an impressive array of group classes with options to have both high intensity or relaxed destress workouts.
Price: 24 months, 12 months, and flexible weekly plans are priced at $51, $59, and $75 per week respectively. The flexible plan has an activation fee of $105. If you are a fan of outdoor yoga, Virgin Active has its SkyPark Yoga at Marina Bay Sands that incorporates yoga with spectacular views. Each yoga session is $30 for the public and $15 for Virgin Active members.
Schedule: Access Virgin Active’s schedule here.
Locations: Raffles Place, Tanjong Pagar, Holland Village, Marina One, Duo Galleria, Paya Lebar and SkyPark Yoga at Marina Bay Sands.
Credits: Boom
3. Boom
Taking inspiration from the world of boxing, these highly physical workout sessions require up to 45 minutes of your time. Three disciplines are on offer at Boom. The first, BoomBox, a cardio and resistance workout comprising of heavy bag work and HIIT. BoomBuild, the second option is an endurance-focused class using strength and free weights while BoomCamp is a circuit training class that builds both muscular and cardiovascular endurance.
Price: Boom classes start at $14 per class. The trial passes start at $60 for 4 classes. Alternatively, there is a monthly $280 for 12 passes.
Schedule: Access Boom’s schedule here.
Location: Tanjong Pagar.
Yoga can be intimidating for beginners and this is where the Yoga Movement team excels. The fantastic practitioners take time to ease beginners in a routine to suit their body, stamina, and athleticism. For more dynamic classes, there are Power Flow or HIIT yoga classes focusing on a rapid pace and sweat intensity.
Price: Class packs start at $160 for 5 classes to $590 for 30 classes.
Schedule: Yoga Movement’s schedule can be accessed here.
Locations: Orchard, Robertson Quay, East Coast, Tanjong Pagar, Serangoon Gardens, Tiong Bahru, Circular Road, and Novena.
Credits: F45
5. F45
F45 is designed to provide a full HIIT body workout in 45 minutes while improving energy levels, increasing metabolic rate, as well as strengthening and building your endurance. Harnessing your mental strength, the highly motivational coaches challenge you to coax your body’s natural strength to the fore.
Price: Prices range from $30 to $35 per session and differ depending on the F45 location.
Schedule: View F45’s schedule and get in touch with your preferred location here.
Locations: River Valley, Holland Village, Novena, Orchard, Bukit Timah, Tiong Bahru, Farrer Park, Alexandra, Upper Thomson, Balestier, Amoy Street and South Buona Vista.
There is something hypnotic about movement and at Upside Motion, the graceful instructors guide you to explore your full range of motion with their ballet-inspired barre classes. Elegant in its discipline, barre classes are brilliant for those seeking to improve their posture and frame. Upside Motion also offers group and private Pilates classes – another brilliant resistance workout choice for those seeking improved postural alignment, muscle strength, and flexibility.
Price: 5-Class Discovery Pass for a month, at $25 per class.
Schedule: Please access Upside Motion’s schedule here.
Location: City Hall.
Credits: Level
7. Level Gym
Taking pride in their tailored approach, there is perhaps no better place to explore your perfect fitness program than Level Gym. You will be assigned a personal training consultant the moment you enter to fully assess your health and ascertain your current fitness level. A bespoke and holistic schedule will be mapped out taking into consideration any injuries, health conditions, fitness level, and overall lifestyle.
Price: Starter packs are at $75 for 3 classes, at $25 per class.
Schedule: Please access Level’s schedule for Robinson and Telok Ayer in the respective links.
Locations: Telok Ayer & Robinson.
8. XYCO
Guaranteed to work up a sweat, XYCO’s spin classes are catered to appeal to both the hardcore fitness fanatics and those interested in building their endurance and improving their strength. Two distinct spin classes, Rhythm, a high-intensity session, and Method, a grounded circuit including sprints, jogs, and climbs stretch over 50 minutes and promises a physically rewarding drill.
Price: Standard 3-Class trials are $24 per class and 6-Class trials are $22.50 per class. A single class is priced at $45. Class packs are 50 + 7 classes at $1,500.
Schedule: Please access XYCO’s schedule here.
Location: Robertson Quay.
Credits: Field Assembly
Field Assembly is a fitness brand offering multi-faceted disciplines including HIIT, pump, jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, and yoga classes. The intimate setup gives you a chance to have the instructor’s complete attention allowing you to focus on your area of priority. A highly-charged and impactful lunch-hour session is guaranteed.
Price:1 month unlimited all-access for $169. The personal training starter pack is priced at $276.
Schedule: Please access Field Assembly’s schedule here.
Locations: Clarke Quay and Holland Village
10. Bounce
Bounce Fit encourages you to let out your free spirit as you soar on the foam spring pads. The myriad of classes suits each level of fitness and features low-impact cardio and toning exercises which works well for both beginners and advanced jumpers alike. The 45-minute session helps strengthen the core, improve muscle tone and increase heart rate.
Price: 5 sessions for $117, 10 sessions for $208 and 20 sessions for $416.
Schedule: Access Bounce’s schedule here.
Location: Orchard
