Why you should add the Gyrotonic workout to your fitness regime?

By Renuka Kennedy
Mar 17, 2023

The number of fitness influencers telling you that you do not have a double chin or are taller than you think is out of count. While most of these tips are just too ridiculous to trust and follow, there is one method that can give you a taller stature if your short appearance is due to bad posture. That is a Gyrotonic workout.


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What exactly is a Gyrotonic workout?
Gyrotonic is a form of workout that borrows movements from other fitness methods such as yoga, gymnastics, tai-chi, ballet, and swimming, and is done with the help of Gyrotonic equipment.


What are the benefits of doing a Gyrotonic workout?


The machine’s unique design – made up of rounded discs and weighted pulleys – help stretch the muscles using circular movements that target the spine, thus improving your posture, flexibility, stability and mobility.


Given that a proper Gyrotonic workout is lined up in such a way that the movements flow smoothly from one to another, it does not affect the joints.


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Plus, each step of the exercise can be adapted to an individual’s ability, so anyone can do it regardless of their age. It can even be practised by people who are recovering from injuries and is used in sports rehabilitation centres too.


The other advantages of this unique fitness regime include feeling energized, better mind and body coordination, an increase in mindfulness, stronger bones, improved blood circulation, and the list goes on.


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Where to find one on one Gyrotonic classes in Hong Kong?


Be Plus


Dubbed one of the most famous Pilates studios in Hong Kong, Be Plus is known to carefully understand their trainee’s physical capabilities, and cater the workouts according to the individual.


How Much: Enquire for more information
Contact: (852) 5288 9893
Location: Tsim Sha Tsui


Iso Fit


Iso Fit gives importance to the progress of their clients, so they ensure to assess your workout sessions regularly and adapt the movements and stretches according to your need.


How Much: HK$1000 for one session
Contact: (852) 2869 8630
Location: Central


O:Rin


Whether it is their studio space or their skilled trainers, this fitness studio has created an environment that is very welcoming. O:Rin’s focus is to improve both your body and mind through their private workout sessions.


How Much: HK$880 onwards for one session (55 minutes)
Contact: (852) 5506 6771
Location: Tsim Sha Tsui and Quarry Bay


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