20 unique forms of exercise you might just fall in love with

If your parents had a small trampoline when you were growing up that never got used to exercise, you probably wondered why it was around. As it turns out, trampolines are a great source of exercise, and you can join a class or rectify your parents’ old trampoline for an at-home workout. 

If you love the water and dancing, you’ll love Aqua Zumba. This low-impact class combines water resistance with all the fun of a classic Zumba class. 

Pole dancing is not easy, but it’s great for your body. If you want to tap into your sensual side for a workout, find a pole dancing class. It’ll work muscles you didn’t know you had. 

Hula hooping isn’t just a fun activity for kids; it’s a great core exercise. Start with a regular hula hoop and move to weighted hoops to train your waist. You can use it on your arms and legs, too. 

You’ve probably seen goat yoga online, but don’t write it off as something you can’t participate in. There are other forms of animal workouts, too, so pick one that seems particularly fun and get a good form of therapy and exercise in one class. 

If you’ve ever dreamed of being a trapeze artist, aerial yoga is your chance to find out what it’s like. No, it’s not quite the same, but it’s a good workout that will also keep your mind engaged. It’s not exactly an at-home workout, but if you can find a class, give it a shot. 

If you have a VR headset, you can unlock loads of cool exercise options. You can download multiple apps to get started and take your fitness routine to a whole new world. 

Find a disco spin class if you’re bored of your regular spin classes. It’s just like regular spin but with a disco twist that’ll engage you in a new way. If disco isn’t your jam, look for another specific genre for your next spin class. 

Balance is an important skill to maintain as you age, and it’s something you can improve. If you didn’t realize that good balance requires strength, it’s made significantly harder when you’re blindfolded. Take your balance exercises up a notch by wearing a blindfold (make sure you’re in a safe space when taking on this challenge). 

If you're obsessed with American Ninja Warrior, see just how tough it is by visiting an obstacle course. It's a unique form of exercise that will test your strength and resolve, and it'll motivate you to keep a regular workout routine so you can visit again to measure your progress. 

Underwater weightlifting is exactly like it sounds. It ranges from simple exercises like bicep curls to intense exercises like bench presses. If you try this exercise, make sure you’re doing it with someone trained, as risks are involved. 

There’s a reason boxers are in such great shape. Boxing is a full-body workout that’ll transform your figure if you take it seriously. Try shadowboxing to get a good cardio and strength workout in. 

Martial arts are ancient self-defense systems, but they’re not often considered when looking for a good form of exercise. If you need something fresh, sign up for a class. You’ll get in a good workout, discover something new, and learn to keep yourself safe in all physical situations. 

You probably haven’t considered jumping rope since you were a kid, but there’s no reason to cast it aside as an adult. It’s a great form of cardio that improves your agility and can be a lot of fun. 

Combine your rock and roll fantasies with a good workout through POUND. This unique style of exercise takes Pilates and drumsticks to create a high-energy workout routine that’ll keep your mind and body engaged the entire time. 

If you’ve ever walked in heels, you know it’s no joke. Keeping your feet in that position for that long is tough, and with Stiletto Strength, you add an exercise component to make one of the most uniquely killer leg days imaginable. 

NASA developed the anti-gravity treadmill so astronauts could work out while in space. Now, it’s a unique form of exercise for people who aren’t astronauts and are still on Earth. You may need to work to find a machine, but it could be well worth the effort.

Floating yoga takes regular yoga flows and poses and puts them on paddle boards. If you have a paddleboard, a water source, and the internet, you can do this exercise whenever you want. Otherwise, you can find a class that teaches it. 

If you love scavenger hunts, join a scavenger hunt exercise class that combines a fun activity with a good workout. If you can’t find a class, try completing one you find online. 

Beach fitness involves working out on the beach, but it incorporates exercises other than running and walking. It’s tough because of the sand, and it connects you to the earth and water. Of course, you will need access to a beach for this, but if you can manage that, the rest is easy (sort of).