ROAD TRIP INDEX

Your guide to David Minton’s California fitness hotspots

Bünda What they say:
“Bünda is designed to bring you your best body ever. We’re all about efficiency and effectiveness. This is why we’ve based our workout around the butt and legs.
Lower body training is proven to burn the most calories compared to any other exercise, resulting in a total body change.

The Bünda program is designed by some of the most educated professionals in the industry. Once you Bünda, you’ll never look back....well, maybe for a selfie.” trainbunda.com

Cruboxing What they say:
“CruBox is a boutique boxing studio centered in the heart of LA. Its primary focus is group exercise, mastering technique, and a full-body workout.
By combining fitness and lifestyle, CruBox aims to fill a void in the market of high-end boutique boxing studios, by centering on product perfection.” cruboxing.com

Cyclebar What they say:
“CycleBar offers a rocking array of classes. Our library of millions of songs and videos brings pedal-turning, heart-stopping, music-pumping fun every time you ride.

We measure six key metrics of your performance and email the results to help you track your fitness journey.

Part sanctuary, part rock concert, our audio, video, and lighting creates a multi-sensory experience every single ride.

Equal part educator, DJ, drill sergeant, motivator and friend, our instructors will help you reach your goals and change your life, one ride at a time.” cyclebar.com

EOS Fitness What they say:
“E?S isn’t just a gym, it’s a revolution against snobbery and extravagance, where individuality and teamwork, dedication and fun live side-by-side: we’re a home-base for serious athletes and a haven for casual exercisers.

There’s a restless spirit that keeps us up at night. Every rep is a triumph over mediocrity. It’s your body. OWN it!” eosfitness.com

LIT method What they say:
“LIT stands for [Low – Impact – Training] our method is designed to ‘Build you, not break you’.

While other regimens can break you down over time, we felt the need to create a sustainable method that strengthens, empowers and corrects you.

With intelligence...we naturally rebuild the body and change how you think about fitness. We provide a fitness experience with comfort and convenience that caters for your busy lifestyle.” litmethod.com

RiseNation What they say:
“Climbing utilises the body’s primal upright biomechanics, promoting healthy spinal alignment, a balanced physique, and neuromuscular coordination.

Our workout is momentum-neutral and activates all the major muscle groups simultaneously, making it the most effective calorie burner on the market.

The high-intensity nature of our workout means you only need 30 minutes, saving you time in your busy day.

Climbing is zero-impact, self-regulating and accessible to a diverse demographic.” rise-nation.com

SoulBody What they say:
“SoulBody Barre ‘Unhitched’ at Gold’s Gym is a one hour, mindfully intense class with the perfect mix of dynamic, isometric and isotonic movements that work deep into the muscle, seamlessly transitioning to deep stretches to balance the body.” soulbodyonline.com

WO.LA Fit What they say:
“WO.LA is a cutting-edge group fitness boutique studio offering a daily escape from stress and challenges through an exhilarating 45-minute fitness journey using cardio and resistance training.

WO·LA was created to give young people (ages 8+) and adults in urban Los Angeles an inspiring way to collectively invigorate their bodies, minds and souls.

WO·LA’s mission is to build closer relationships through fitness between peers, families and community.” wolafit.com

Prevail Boxing

What they say:
“Prevail is LA’s premier fitness boxing studio, offering a welcoming setting and a focus on getting fit through the art of boxing.

At Prevail, we incorporate the mental, physical, and emotional challenges of boxing into a fitness regimen and lifestyle.

High-energy group classes are designed to test your limits and help you exceed your own expectations, Prevail uncovers what it truly means to realise your potential.

With every punch, we inspire and unleash your inner warrior – that fights hard and dreams bigger.”

prevailboxing.com

Stretchlab

What they say:
“When you think of stretching, you think of loosening up after a workout, to ensure your muscles don’t stay tight.

But ask anyone who’s come to StretchLab and they’ll tell you stretching is about so much more than simply feeling better, or having a wider range of motion – stretching is about reclaiming your freedom. The freedom to move as you want, to be active and engaged in the life you see yourself having, with no pain and risk of injury.”

stretchlab.com

Carrie’s Pilates Plus

What they say:
“Carrie’s Pilates Plus, a woman-owned business, is a high-intensity Pilates/cross training workout; a combination of weight training, cardio and Pilates.
The company has a mission to empower everyone of all shapes and sizes, help them achieve their goals and keep feeling great.”

carriespilatesplus.com