Workouts - What's On https://whatson.ae/section/active/workouts/ Things to do in Dubai & the UAE Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:09:54 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 Inside ARKHE: Dubai’s new all-in-one wellness performance club https://whatson.ae/2026/07/inside-arkhe-dubais-new-all-in-one-wellness-performance-club/ Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:09:54 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=393501 ARKHE brings together functional fitness, personal training, HYROX, recovery, longevity programmes, Pilates and an all-day café If you’re looking for a new gym in Dubai that goes beyond the workout itself, ARKHE is one to have on your radar. Now open in Dubai Marina, the new wellness performance club combines training, recovery and preventative health […]

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]]> 6 luxe gyms in Dubai to work out in style https://whatson.ae/2026/07/6-luxe-gyms-in-dubai-to-work-out-in-style/ Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:16:41 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=393070 Complete with contrast therapy, cafes and industry-leading classes From fitness studios to wellness spots, Dubai takes self-care seriously. And when it comes to working out, the gym scene in Dubai is truly next level. Whether you’re looking for state-of-the-art equipment, recovery spaces included, or a members-club feel from your workout, these are the luxe gyms […]

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]]> Beat the heat with Dubai’s latest indoor fitness and recovery spots https://whatson.ae/2026/07/beat-the-heat-dubais-latest-indoor-fitness-fun-and-recovery-experiences/ Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:15:19 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=392789 The heat might be winning, but indoor fitness and wellness in Dubai has never looked better… Dubai doesn’t really do quiet summers. Even as the heat pushes everyone indoors, the city’s indoor fitness and wellness scene is better than ever, with that shift happening inside some genuinely impressive spaces. Studios, spas, recovery rooms – places […]

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]]> 8 completely free ways to stay fit in Dubai this summer https://whatson.ae/2026/07/8-completely-free-ways-to-stay-fit-in-dubai-this-summer/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:23:57 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=392437 Burn calories not your bank balance… For the majority of the year, Dubai is the global poster boy for alfresco exercise. Sunny skies, miles of running and cycling track, and a culture that very deliberately prizes healthy living. And best of all, if you already have the equipment, these sorts of activities are usually completely […]

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]]> Wellness Week is back and here’s everything you need to know https://whatson.ae/2026/06/wellness-week-is-back-and-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:44:01 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390406 Wellness Week is back with workouts, wellness pop-ups and more reasons to step away from your desk There are wellness classes, and then there are wellness weeks where you can fit a workout, a massage, a nourishing meal and a creative workshop into the same day. That’s the idea behind Wellness Week, returning to ICD […]

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]]> 7 of the best yoga classes in Dubai to help you reset https://whatson.ae/2026/05/7-of-the-best-yoga-classes-in-dubai-to-help-you-reset/ Fri, 15 May 2026 03:30:05 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=383259 Less screentime, more movement. Here’s where to roll out your mat when you need a reset They say movement is medicine, but it comes in many forms, and we’re all built differently. What works for one body might not work for another. Some of us need intensity, others find everything they need in a quiet […]

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]]> Places in the UAE worth getting your step count in for https://whatson.ae/2026/05/places-in-the-uae-worth-getting-your-step-count-in-for/ Mon, 11 May 2026 12:23:51 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=388144 If you’re ready to swap couch days for beach walks, city strolls and mountain peaks, the UAE has plenty of scenic spots worth lacing up your sneakers for From challenging hikes to beachfront promenades and skyline-lined walking tracks, these are the places worth getting your steps in across the UAE. Wadi Shawka Just an hour […]

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]]> 15 homegrown Dubai fitness studios for your next workout https://whatson.ae/2026/04/15-homegrown-dubai-fitness-studios-for-your-next-workout/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:00:56 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=384190 Born in Dubai, made for your next workout Dubai’s fitness scene reflects just how much movement and wellness are part of everyday life, with a new wave of homegrown Dubai fitness studios leading the charge. Over the past decade, the city has been shaped by strength training, high-intensity workouts, reformer Pilates, Lagree, yoga and recovery-led […]

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]]> The best Pilates studios in Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/03/the-best-pilates-studios-in-dubai/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:21:54 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=351513 From aesthetic spots in Al Quoz to ladies-only spaces in Jumeirah, these are the perfect Pilates studios for your next stretch session Pilates is the fitness phenomenon that shows no sign of slowing down in the city. These are Dubai’s best Pilates studios. New: Kure   View this post on Instagram   A post shared […]

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]]> The fast and the fitness: Expert tips for maintaining your gym goals in Ramadan https://whatson.ae/2026/02/the-fast-and-the-fitness-expert-tips-for-maintaining-your-gym-goals-in-ramadan/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:00:37 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=339956 A fitness guide for those fasting in Ramadan… Ramadan is a time of deep spirituality, reflection and respect – a month when Muslims around the world choose to forgo food and drink in the daylight hours. And whilst the demands that fasting places on your body might make your usual workout routine untenable, you don’t […]

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]]> Lace up for the Expo City Half Marathon 2026 https://whatson.ae/2026/02/lace-up-for-the-expo-city-half-marathon-2026/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 06:24:56 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=380772 The third edition of the half-marathon will take runners along a brand new 21km route at the iconic destination Looking to take on your next running challenge now that the Dubai Marathon and Burj2Burj are done? Then mark your calendars for Sunday 19 April 2026, when runners from across the UAE and beyond will descend on […]

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]]> Marathon mindset: Expert tips for training for the UAE’s upcoming long distance runs https://whatson.ae/2026/02/marathon-mindset-expert-tips-for-training-for-the-uaes-upcoming-long-distance-runs/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:45:55 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=379831 Expert advice for budding runners tackling one of the UAE’s big upcoming races Perhaps you’re new to one of the city’s running clubs and looking for a challenge. Or maybe you’re a seasoned runner with a goal already set. Whatever your current status, if you’re thinking about giving a distance challenge a go this year, […]

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