At Virgin Active, bringing the workouts outdoors and online

AS many gym-goers can attest to these days, getting a slot to go for their favourite classes can be a real challenge. It's common to hear how the more popular classes can get fully booked quickly, with people having to join the waiting list and hope that someone cancels later on.

The ongoing coronavirus pandemic and mandatory safe-distancing measures mean that gyms are allowed to accommodate far-fewer people in their premises at any one time than before.

At Virgin Active, the health club in November started to offer outdoor classes for some of its popular classes - including Bodypump, zumba and cycle - at three of its locations. A single outdoor class can take up to 50 people, more than what is currently allowed in an indoor studio.