Health & Wellness
Four Local Fitness Studios for Every Type of Workout
Whether you’re ready to lift weights, take it slow with yoga, or even try a new sport, Baltimore is full of different programs. It's all about finding your vibe.
So you made a New Year’s resolution to “work out more” but you don’t know where to begin. Look, we know hitting the gym can be intimidating, but it’s all about finding your vibe. The good news? Baltimore is full of fitness programs, whether you’re ready to lift weights, take it slow with yoga, or even try a new sport.
Boutique Fitness Studio at The Mine
Located within the Shops at Kenilworth, The Mine is a complete wellness experience. For workout purposes, there is an open gym with all the necessary equipment and focused studios set up for cycling, barre, yoga, and xformer machine classes. The amenities are state-of-the-art, with an infrared sauna, juice bar, wellness space for IV drip therapies, on-site physical therapy, and even a co-working lounge space should you want to stay a while longer. 802 Kenilworth Dr., Towson, 410-237-0213
Full Gym at Grind
This 15,000-square-foot gym is located inside Power Plant at the Inner Harbor. They’ve got treadmills, machines, free weights, a sauna, personal trainers, and even nutritionists—basically, anything you’d ever need for a gym experience. What sets this gym apart, aside from the incredible city views and overall cool factor, are the expanded studio spaces that include The Cut, a barbershop, and Glackin Physiotherapy, a physical therapy office. 601 East Pratt St., Suite 400, 443-504-8808
Kickboxing at Knockout Fitness
Want a workout that feels more like a hobby? Meet Knockout Fitness’ kickboxing studios, one in Federal Hill and one in Towson. If you’re new, the Boxing 101 class is a great way to learn basic boxing technique (and the first class is free), while Fight Club, their most popular class, includes boxing technique and strength and conditioning. And if you’re in it for the cardio, the Hot Box class is for you. Two locations, including 321 York Rd., Towson
Yoga at Bikram Yoga Works
The slow and mindful movements of yoga have been practiced for thousands of years to engage the body and promote holistic wellness. Bikram Yoga Works, located in the heart of Mt. Vernon, offers traditional classes such as a 90-minute heated Bikram yoga and restorative yin. If you’re looking to up the ante, they also have fitness-forward offerings such as high-intensity interval, hot Pilates, and flexibility classes. 500 Park Avenue, 301-699-1300
