If you are always on the lookout for new, exciting workout ideas so that you keep motivated ands fresh, have you ever considered studio combat classes?

One of the great things about these types of classes is that there tends to be an element of inclusivity about them – people are happy to join in and this helps create an exciting, stimulating environment.

As well as combat classes you could always try kickboxing, Thai boxing or even mixed martial arts. All of these will put a smile on your face and more importantly from a health and fitness perspective, get your heart rate pumping.

Some of the great benefits you get from these fantastic workouts include:

Stress busting

Improved cardio fitness

Confidence building

Muscle toning

Weight loss

Improved reaction time.

When you put all of these together, it’s easy to see why combat classes make such good sense.

The choreographed classes are a  mixture of punches, kicks and blocks, all accompanied by a thumping soundtrack,  while the multi-directional nature of the movements mean that if you had only been accustomed to general aerobics thus far, you will be sure to discover muscles in places you never knew you had!