Fitness

Walking is one of the best ways to make the most of the City of Sails. So grab some sturdy shoes, make use of the kauri dieback wash…

Who loves the salt, sand and sea more than us humans? Our furry best friends of course. That's why we've got to get them out and…

Taking your pup for a walk is all very well until you realise you’re in a park that’s a no-go for pooches. Talk about barking up…

It’s a well-known fact that we here at Urban List love our pooches and so we’ve rounded up some of Auckland’s best…

Get your boots on, carbohydrates packed and bring a positive headspace because you’ll need it—here’s everything you need…

If you’re anything like me, finding the motivation to bust your butt at the gym is not high on the priority list. Between working,…

If you're in the market for endurance EDM, upbeat pop bangers or heavy-based rap when you need to dig deep on your next run or gym…

One of the best things about Auckland is the fact that writing a list of the best beaches within a region is absolutely possible. We tend to…

Summer has officially started which pretty much means three things: ice cream, cocktails and swimming.

Activewear is the holy grail of the wardrobe. 

There’s nothing like a run in the sunshine to get you out of the house when you start feeling a little cooped up. So why not reset…

Take a break from the gym and opt for the outdoors this season because these walks are worth it—we promise. 

Swooning for a hooning? Feel the need for speed? Careen around the race track and leave your mates in the dust at one of Tāmaki…

Everyone who’s anyone knows New Zealand will deliver when it comes to walking tracks and the heart of Canterbury is certainly no…

For a completely free workout, lace up your running shoes, put in your ear buds and head outside to explore the absolute best running tracks…

Rain or shine, bowling is one of the most fun ways to spend an afternoon. 

Hot yoga is known to help curb your stress, stretch your muscles, focus your mind and is definitely more intense than a…

While you might spot them on a chilly morning and shiver just at the thought of joining in, a growing number of cold-water swimmers swear by…

Want to experience a ‘true’ winter this year? Luckily you don’t have to venture far to experience the gleeful joy of…

​Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a beginner student (or the mere thought of the lotus position has you scratching your head)…

adidas is inviting runners of all levels to crush the kilometres to help end plastic waste in our oceans.  Going down on Sunday, 5…

There's a misconception that pilates is an easy-going style of workout that doesn't require the same strength and effort as…

You’ve got Azalea Banks’ 212 blasting through your headphones, you’ve just clocked your fastest km to date, and…

If you would have told us 20 years ago we’d be using a mobile phone to exercise, we wouldn’t have believed you. But alas, some…

Although we may have reluctantly come to terms with the fact that we don’t possess the golfing prowess of Lydia Ko or Rory McIIroy, it…

Whether you want to enjoy a picnic alfresco, go for a walk, watch the sunrise or sunset or just get away from it all, here are the top…

Oh, home isolation. So much free time, so little motivation. Whether you’ve ended up feeling under the weather or you’re…

We’ve scoped the waterfalls around the city to bring you a list of the best in Auckland. Take a picnic!

If you’re anything like us, your resolution to get fit may seem like an uphill battle—literally. But here in the City of Sails,…

If you haven’t heard of Rotoroa Island, you better catch up, stat, because you’re definitely missing out.

From live yoga and pilates-inspired workouts, to world-renowned Les Mills classes, getting fit at home has never been easier (or more…

With no shortage of sensational routes, lace up your running shoes and enjoy our picks for the12 best running tracks in…

We’ve rounded up the best workouts in the Garden City for you to try out and get hooked on. Why not push yourself to a whole new level…

The nights are drawing in and there’s a chill in the air, so what better time than to check out this epic new pop-up ice rink right by…

Without further ado, here’s our list of 10 epic movie locations around Auckland that made it onto the big screen.

If you’re on constant lookout for new adventure and enjoy a healthy dose of adrenaline in your bloodstream, then canyoning is a…

Not only is yoga good for your body, but it also has amazing benefits for your mind too. In the busyness and craziness of life, taking up…

With the beautiful views being some of the best free things Wellington city has to offer, lace up your kicks and start strolling.

The Ōmanawanui Track along with Puriri Ridge Track is a six-kilometre upgrade to the Te Ara Tūhura / Hillary Trail. Make a…

Is The Little Mermaid your homegirl? Do you have dreams of befriending a flounder and brushing your hair with a fork? Well, Ariel, do we…

While it’s AMAAZING to get out of Auckland for a roadie, we also know that sometimes you’ve just gotta (or wanna) stay in town.…

Roller skating legend Macarena (founder of Hey Macarena) is teaming up with Crazy Eights Roller Skates to host a Studio 54, 70s-themed…

Skating is more than a sport. It’s an expression of self. An exercise. A hobby. And most of all, a lifestyle. Once you’ve tried…

Who says you can't work out and have fun? If you are looking for a workout that combines strength training, agility, stability,…

Us Aucklanders love lacing up our hiking shoes and climbing things. And, let’s be honest, it’d be rude not to in a country as…

Your guide to Auckland’s top beach breaks where you can learn to surf and get your daily dose of vitamin D.

Round up your exercise crew because our friends over at Snap fitness are throwing open their doors this week to let you work up a sweat for…

Bike sales are currently going through the roof and it’s not hard to understand why. Neighbourhood walks are great and all but if…

Winter has arrived but that doesn’t mean you can’t get some H2O action. You may have to forego the salty seas for some…

If you're looking for a cheap—and in most cases free—way to keep your fitness levels up now that restrictions have eased,…

Coming down the alert-level ladder, a roadblock for many people wanting to head to the gym are crowds and lack of space. If you’re on…

The Instagram-perfect yogi image of meditation may seem like the opposite of pounding pavement, but science backing the parallels between…

So you want to be one with the ocean but you’re a) not into standing up for hours and b) not the best of swimmers?

New Zealand is one heck of a b-e-a-utiful place and as its people, it would be downright rude not to explore it. 

In a time when our lives have been turned upside down and gyms are closed, it’s important to continue to look after ourselves and get…

We all know that moving your body and breathing in fresh air is good for your soul—especially when times are tough.

Stuck on where to go for a run in Nelson? Lucky for you, we’ve got you covered with these running tracks to get you motivated. Freshen…

Dunedin has a wealth of walking and running tracks right at your feet and whilst they're currently closed to mountain bikers,…

Whether you’ve got the coordination of a baby giraffe or you’re a dancer from way back, lockdown is the perfect time to try your…

If you're still waiting for your ergonomic desk chair to be delivered and that dining table seat is proving mightily uncomfortable on…

Lace up your Sneakers, chuck on a good podcast and head outdoors to one of the best running tracks in Queenstown.

To save you having to leave the house or bring bulk hand sanitizer to your usual yoga studio, here are eight free workouts you can…

Thanks to paddle boarding, you can get amongst water sports without getting your hair wet.

Thanks to paddle boarding, you can get amongst water sports without getting your hair wet.

We’ve tested the waterfalls around the city to bring you a list of the best in Auckland. Dive in!

Featuring beautiful coastlines, stunning waterfalls and native bush, we promise these walks will bring you delight and feed your soul.

If the idea of setting your alarm for a ungodly hour pre-6am spins induces a frenzied panic, and after work hours are dedicated to those…

Newmarket, you’ve got it going onnn. There’s no shortage of things to see and do in this happening suburb.

Auckland has a beach for everything. Whether you prefer to sit on the sand and chow down on chippies, a snorkel in a bay to look for Nemo,…

Whether you are looking for some pals to go running with, a sweat inducing HIIT workout or a good regular yoga practise, New Zealand's…

​Lacing up your walking shoes is one of the best ways to explore Hamilton and the Mighty Waikato. The region features an abundance of…

Whether you’re #shreddingforsummer, looking for the hottest new workout trend, or are a weekend warrior needing a new challenge,…

Just when you thought yoga classes couldn’t get any more zen.

Thank God for the athleisure trend, so much more room for bottomless brunch in yoga pants or trackies. Whether you’re actually…

Well we’re here to tell you that you don’t need to drop a single bit of sweat as we have found some tricks to get you active…

Yoga in the clouds is a thing, and it's here.

Get your head in the clouds with this unmissable yoga event.

Us Aucklanders love a good walk. Whether it’s beach walks or flower walks, we can’t resist the pull of the fresh air,…

Nike’s iconic marathon shoe has copped a scientific, athlete-approved upgrade and is said to actually make you run, on…

Whilst many people don’t understand the sport that is marathon running, the runners themselves will tell you that the thrill and joy…

Get ready to sweat in sync—here are Auckland’s best group fitness classes.

With a variety of unique and exciting options on the Auckland workout scene, we’ve rounded up ten of the very best fitness classes to…

Held in jaw-dropping locations all around the world, wellness festivals bring together like-minded people, promoting holistic, mindful…

At the end of every year, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) release the Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends, a list of projected…

Some of the best ways to enjoy the sights of Auckland is on two wheels, not four! Check out our list of the six best cycling routes in…

A true disruptor on the scene, Performix House raises its protein shake-filled glass to the concept of mind-body connection.

How do you make your downward facing dog 147 times more fun? Let us tell you.

Choose between hitting the bar or sweating up a storm on the barre is a thing of the past thanks to nightclub-esque workout classes,…

Get your body moving at Bloom Barre & Pilates this August as they’re treating Aucklanders to free classes every Thursday!

It’s easy to get your shred on when summer and the prospect of baring your tum at the beach is approaching, but waaaaay harder to find…

There’s not a lot that can get me out of bed before the sun’s up but somehow adidas have managed to do it not once, but twice…

Unless you’ve been living in a bubble, you're probs aware that our planet is…well, look, we haven’t exactly been…

In fact, every store in New Zealand will be hosting a FREE yoga sesh at 6:30am (brisk...)

If you’re anything like me, you can probably think of over 20 reasons not to go for a run in about three seconds flat.

These days, all it takes to turn your phone into a bona fide fitness coach is a double tap and swift download from the App store. With the…

From West Auckland to the North Shore, here's a list of the 20 best parks Auckland has to offer.

While it might seem crazy to some, lovers of running and masochists alike will travel great distances to run great distances. Like laughter,…

You don’t have to be a tourist to appreciate these gems spread around town and here’s where to find the golden frames around…

With a scenery that has the ability to take your breath away every corner you turn, it would be a waste to not take the city by foot.

While we know it’s not very enticing to get out of your oh-so-cosy bed in these sub-zero temps, the idea of heading to a hot yoga…