Top five lunchtime workouts in Quarry Bay

Working out during your lunch break is a great way to stay fit, make the most of your time and ease the pressures of the working day. Whether you’re into yoga, resistance training or spin classes, there’s something for you in Quarry Bay. And with H-Kore opening a studio in Taikoo Place in October, now intense core workout is an option too. Here’s our pick of the top five places for a lunchtime sweat session.

H-Kore

Hardcore reformer
This is not your average fitness class – H-Kore lives up to its name. Get ready for a 45 minute Lagree Fitness session on a specially designed Megaformer machine that will work some rare muscles. H-Kore classes combine high intensity training with low impact moves and constant muscle engagement – perfect for loosening up tight office shoulders. The studio is opening in Taikoo Place in October, running a range of lunchtime workouts lasting between 45 minutes and 1 hour. All first timers have access to a trial pack, which includes two classes for $350. Be sure to check the H-Kore website for the special deal for Taikoo Place workers during the month of October. Dorset House, Taikoo Place, 2441 9000, facebook.com/korehk

Joint Dynamics

Fitness with physiotherapy
Joint Dynamics is all about the small group sessions and specialist training. They have classes focused on improving your running form, mobility, flexibility, and strength. The small studio runs private classes too, perfect for a team workout session, and if lunchtime workouts aren’t for you, they run early morning yoga classes. They also have hour-long kids' classes during holidays, so you can get a workout in while the kids are learning new skills. Hour-long adult classes are $250 and hour-long kids' classes are $200. 12/F, Dorset House, Taikoo Place, 2762 0528, jointdynamics.com.hk

The Refinery

The club experience
If you’re looking for an expert personal trainer to whip you into shape at lunchtime in a private gym, The Refinery could be the place for you. Its members-only workout studio is exclusive, uncrowded, comfortable and equipped with all the latest and best equipment. A one-hour personal training session at The Refinery is $700 or you can get 10 one-hour sessions for $6,000. And if a personal trainer isn’t quite your style, the smart cardio equipment is hooked up to the LFConnect app, which tracks your training and helps you reach your fitness goals. 4/F, Dorset House, Taikoo Place, 2216 5700, refineryclub.com

Pure Fitness

All-around fitness
If you’re a fan of Les Mills classes, then Pure Fitness is for you. Lunchtime sessions run daily at 12:15pm and 1:10pm on Monday to Friday. Each 50-minute class includes TRX Circuit, Body Attack, Latino Jam and Abs Butts & Thighs. If you’d prefer to go free range, there’s a fully equipped gym with free weights and resistance training area, extensive cardio equipment, dedicated stretch area and personal trainers available. Also, don’t miss the yoga classes at Pure Yoga, where you can strengthen both your body and mind. One of the perks of this gym is that they provide the workout clothes, all you need to bring is your shoes! With a free trial available to all, the excuses are running out.
Pure Fitness: 4/F & 5/F PCCW Tower, Taikoo Place, 8105 5538, 
facebook.com/PureFitnessOfficial
Pure Yoga: Suites 403-10, 4/F Lincoln House, Taikoo Place, 8129 1188,
facebook.com/PureYogaOfficial

F45

High intensity training
If you’re looking for a high intensity training session straight out of Hollywood, F45 is for you. Most of the classes are 45 minutes long and vary between cardio and resistance focused workouts depending on the day of the week, and are suitable for beginners or long-term gym addicts. There are two lunchtime class slots – 12:15pm and 1:15pm – and you can get back into work mode in F45’s fully equipped bathroom facilities. In case you need any more incentive, there’s a seven day free-trial available for all those who are new to the studio. Unit 2108 Westlands Centre, 20 Westlands Rd, Quarry Bay, 6165 5770, facebook.com/f45quarrybay

If a lunchtime workout isn’t enough, learn about these exercises that you can do in the office here.