Health

The right studio will have you falling in love with the practice of Pilates in no time. 

Forget restaurants and bars, bathhouses are the new ‘it’ spot in Sydney.

Chances are you’re not too far from an awesome Sydney running club waiting to welcome you with open arms (and a few post-run beers, too). 

Get your rally on at Sydney's best pickleball courts and social clubs.  

Six hand massages, astrology, acupuncture, meditation and more. If an apple a day ain’t cutting it, consider paying a visit to one of these Sydney wellness centres instead.

Finding the right gym environment can make that commitment to exercise a little bit easier, resulting in a happier, healthier you. Keep scrolling for Urban List's take on the best gyms in Sydney in 2024.  

No, it's not just you—eBikes are everywhere right now.

Dig out the CamelBak you bought in 2001, invest in some super tough band aids, and drop your adventure pin on any of Australia's best hikes and walks. 

Eliminate barriers of resistance—and find a gym that hits all the right notes. 

The wheel deal.

With things the way they are out in the world, it's OK not to be OK right now.

Your weekend—sorted.

We thought we’d get some expert tips on how to add meditation to your daily routine, and what you should be doing when you finally sit down to clear your mind.

Finding yourself caught in the hustle and bustle? Turn things down a notch to prioritise your health and wellbeing. You don’t need to turn your entire life on its head—a few simple changes can make a world of difference. 

Found: A better way to meet your health and money goals. 

Whether you're training for an important sporting event, a new parent juggling endless responsibilities, or a time-poor professional, this will help you start 2023 off strong. 

Whether you’re looking for a dog-friendly foreshore walk, an inner-city stroll, Sydney’s most iconic coastal track or even an 18.5-metre high loop to get your sky-high steps in, this list has you covered.

The epic fitness-focused Aussie meal delivery service you need on your radar. 

Lap it up. 

From Hawaiian and Thai deep tissue techniques to targeted trigger point therapy and an actual aquamedic pool that will charge you into an actual superhuman.

Turn your lounge room into a dedicated gym space.

Here’s a heap of beauty and wellness gift ideas for someone in your life who could use some ‘me time.'

Whether you’re on a mission to make the most of your weekend and see everything there is to see, or you’re happy enough to cruise on ‘round at a snail's pace to take in the rolling hills, bush and endless landscape, we’ve found some of the absolute best bike tracks in NSW.

Brace yourself for hidden lagoons, beach waterfalls and camping sites with all the views.

 More sunrises, less people.

Maybe you’re keen to cruise around with a picnic in your backpack or want to pump those quads for a spurt of cardio, we found all the best bike rides to conquer no matter what level you’re at.

Cult Sydney aerobics class Retrosweat is expanding into online streaming to lift our spirits and get our bodies moving during lockdown season. 

 Sydney Dance Company is now offering a full schedule of virtual classes so you can dance like no one’s watching (because, unless your housemates or your mum is also taking part, they probably aren’t).

Sydney has a whole lot of supermarket alternatives that’ll have you trimming your carbon footprint in favour of more sustainable (more flavourful, even) food.

Urban List is celebrating International Women's Day with OWN IT, a rooftop champagne breakfast with a panel discussion featuring incredible females dominating in the areas of sport, tech, media, fashion and health.

This month, check out classes inspired by the legendary beat of Biggy Smalls, yoga and metabolic conditioning combined into one hour of power, and Instagram meditation. 

What does the AQI mean, and when should you avoid public transport, your morning jog in the park, or your arvo stroll with your best furry pals? And do you need to wear a P2 mask?

It may not help ease the strain or tragedy of the fires themselves, but it may help to clear the air at home.

From humming walls, to serene minimalist aesthetics, and bathrooms you’ll want for your own home, we've found Sydney’s most beautiful Pilates and yoga studios to zone out, find your centre and get your zen on. 

Boxing is having a big moment in Sydney right now. New boxing-inspired workouts that skip sparring in the ring, but incorporate shadowboxing as a key component of a 45-minute sweat session—have popped up all over Sydney. 

Nestled inside a glass house. 

So you can get closer to the Blue Lakes.

Let’s chat about breaking a dirty, little habit. No, we don’t mean your daily 3pm chocolate binge, we’re talking about using and abusing plastic for just about everything. The time has come to give it all up.