Working out can sometimes be a drag, but finding an activity, sport, or exercise that’s right for you can be as simple as being open to the possibilities. Whether it’s a run in nature or a friendly tennis game, your astrological sign can clue you into workouts your body and soul desires. Here are some suggestions to up your fitness game based on your zodiac sign.
Aries
Bold and direct, bursting with energy
You love cardio, a killer spin class, and marathon-style anything. Some Aries will find their warrior soul expression in martial arts and boxing.
Taurus
Grounded, persevering, focused on long term results and endurance
Good old-fashioned strength training is ideal for Taurus, as is having a routine weekly schedule where you may establish good muscle memory. For endurance, try rowing as the repetitive motion will be meditative for you as well.
Gemini
Versatile, inquisitive, quick
Take an approach that allows versatility and bursts of energy like Cross-Fit or circuit training with a group. Rope and circuit training will give you versatility and allow you to work your arms as well as your core and whole body.
Cancer
Emotionally expressive, sensitive, tenacious
Hatha and Vinyasa yoga have the flow and restoring, nurturing aspects you need after moving all those muscles. An extra-long Savasana or gong bath is always an added plus.
Leo
Creative, courageous, strong-willed, and self-expressive
Dance class, 5 Rhythms, or pole class will give you that feeling of fun, freedom, and pure expression while you tone up and sweat.
Virgo
Meticulous, thoughtful, exacting in movements
Iyengar yoga, Pilates, and SLT (Strengthen, Lengthen, Tone) focus on larger and smaller muscle groups that tone and sculpt your body with precision.
Libra
Graceful, determined, focused
Barre workouts and ballet class give you that innate sense of grace that you truly need to feel balanced.
Scorpio
Deep and intense, trustworthy, strategic
You want to feel intensity and ultimate transformation in your workout, so try interval training with varying speeds and inclines. For the more spiritually inclined Scorpio’s, Kundalini yoga will offer inner and outer rejuvenation.
Sagittarius
Ambitious, broad-minded, adventurous
Hiking, rock climbing, roller blading, and paddle boarding are a few favorites. Any outdoor sport where you get to physically cover new ground will suit your Olympian sensibility.
Capricorn
Determined, strong work ethic, goal-oriented
Skiing, P90x and hot yoga may capture your interest. Capricorns love anything super intense and sweaty that gives you that feeling of serious hard work and accomplishment.
Aquarius
Innovative thinker, original, humanitarian spirit
Capoeira, aerial yoga, and partner yoga may appeal to your originality. You function best on a team and thrive when you get to use your natural ingenuity.
Pisces
Empathic, flexible, deep feelings
Swimming, water workouts, and yoga with a meditation practice can all give you that sense of calm and restorative quality that you crave after exerting yourself.
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