We are almost half way through the holy month, and one of the challenges I've been facing is staying physically active. Before Ramadan, my normal routine would consist of alternating days of jogging (4-5k) and high intensity cardio boot camp workouts. Given the hot season, I find it extremely challenging to continue my usual routine while fasting as it is based on being outdoors mostly. Thankfully, Dubai Sports World opened its doors just in time so fitness enthusiasts such as myself can take their workout indoors.
The Dubai Sports World is located at the Dubai World Trade Centre, with operating hours until 1am during Ramadan. The venue presents an excellent active environment that by itself is good motivation for anyone to start exercising. You'll be able to find a number of facilities for hire such as:
- 5 a-side and 7 a-side football pitches
- Basketball courts
- Cricket pitch
- Tennis courts
- Rugby, and
- Parkour
For more information on hire rates, and how to book, check out www.dubaisportsworld.ae. As an advice, plan on booking in advance as all facilities have always been fully booked every time I've been to DSW.
There are other facilities that you can use which are completely free of charge. Those are:
- A fully equipped techno gym
- Badminton courts
- Table tennis, and
- Indoors jogging track (around 500m a lap)
Fitness First also conveniently offers the following complimentary group classes at the Techno Gym every day at 9.30pm (with the exception of Fridays):
- Sundays and Tuesdays: RPM
- Mondays: Bodypump
- Saturdays and Wednesdays: Zumba
As our overall consumption of food is decreasing during the holy month, I highly recommend that you take it up as an opportunity to start exercising and loose those extra kilos you've always wanted to get rid off. Follow up your workout with a high protein meal, and don't forget to stay well hydrated (at least 3L of water) and you won't even feel hungry nor thirsty the following day.
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