Wiltshire


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-bootcamps">BOOTCAMPS </h2>



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<p>Outdoor bootcamps, because why sweat indoors when you can do it in a field or a park? Seriously, there’s nothing like 20 squats al fresco on a Sunday morning to make you feel seriously healthy, and also a bit smug. I rate <a href="https://www.rustiqfitness.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">RUSTIQ Fitness</a>, which takes place in a farm yard surrounded by bucolic countryside near Winsley &#8211; talk about getting back to nature. You’ll work up a sweat doing resistance work and strengthening muscles under the guidance of an encouraging (only slightly scary) instructor who get results. Perfect if you’re not into the glossy gym scene, there’s even a baby gym class in a barn if you’re looking to get back in shape post-partum. It’s in a field of its own (chortle).&nbsp;</p>



<p>Or try <a href="https://www.simonbeatsonpt.com/boabootcamp" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Boa Bootcamp</a>, Simon Beatson’s outdoor fitness classes at Victory Field in Bradford on Avon. The first trial session’s free and, if you survive all the jumping, running, crawling, squatting, pressing,&nbsp;pulling and lunging, it’s a bargain £6 per class after that.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-cycling">CYCLING </h2>



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<p>If you don’t want to be inside doing a spin class this summer, hop onto your bike and hit the road instead. What is lacks in loud music, darkness and a crazed instructor barking orders at you, it gains in fresh air, variety and the opportunity to use your daily exercise to cycle to and from a café to get our takeaway latté and cinnamon bun fix. If you need a bit of inspo, try tackling parts of the <a href="https://www.sustrans.org.uk/find-other-routes/wiltshire-cycleway" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Wiltshire Cycleway</a>, a 160-mile circular cycle route through some of the county’s most idyllic countryside and historic villages.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-golf">GOLF </h2>



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<p>A good walk spoiled? Not if you grab your clubs (okay, someone else&#8217;s if you&#8217;re a beginner) and head to the posh new driving range at <a href="https://www.hamptworthgolf.co.uk/academy/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hamptworth Golf</a> near Salisbury. Pick up some balls (£7 for 50) and start whacking, which sounds like therapy to us. Better still, book a lesson with the pros to get into the swing of things (£35 for 30 minutes) then join the women’s group lessons on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. See here for <a href="https://www.visitwiltshire.co.uk/things-to-do/activities/golf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">more golf options in Wiltshire</a>. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hiking">HIKING </h2>



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<p>While rambling may still be considered an activity for those a little longer in the tooth, say that you hike and you’re immediately a fully paid-up member of the cool crowd. Going into the great outdoors has seen a marked uptick among those in their 20s and 30s. It’s got an army of celeb fans too – Rebel Wilson, Kate Hudson, Jennifer Garner, Meghan Markle, Reece Witherspoon, Gigi Hadid and many more – who love the full body workout and mental health benefits The beauty of hiking is that you don’t really need any special kit other than something to keep you warm and dry, but a pair of hiking boots might come in handy. Where to hike? Fortunately, Wiltshire is a treasure trove of countryside, woodland and riverside trails. Find <a href="https://wilts.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/things-to-do/walks-near-me/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">dozens of ideas here</a> to get you started. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-tennis">TENNIS </h2>



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<p>Inspired by Wimbledon this year? Yep, us too, which is why we’ve been on the look out for a place to ace our practice. Tennis HIIT at <a href="https://www.lta.org.uk/play/book-a-tennis-lesson/class/tennis-hiit_9bbce4e7-d566-42d3-a14b-bdb8ab4b02ec/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Delta Tennis Centre</a> in Swindon&#8217;s hits the mark as it caters for everyone from beginners to advanced, only costs £4 a sesh and takes place every Friday evening throughout the summer &#8211; can you think of a better way of getting the working week out of your system than hitting tennis balls really hard? No.&nbsp;Too far to travel? <a href="https://wiltshiretennis.org.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Find a club near you here</a>. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-trail-running">TRAIL RUNNING </h2>



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<p>Trail running bears an uncanny resemblance to school cross country without the indignity of wearing gym knickers. But it could be a welcome distraction if you’re sick of pounding the pavement starting the Couch to 5K (again). It’s off-roading, you will get dirty and the ground is fiendishly uneven, so you might want to go slow to prevent tripping, falling and injury. The benefits? It’s totally acceptable to hike up the steep bits, max out on the mindfulness boost bring outdoors and surrounded by nature and it’ll improve your strength and stamina. Think of it as a running holiday. Jogging the same route is boring, mix in something different and you’re less likely to fall off the fitness wagon. You’ll find some the <a href="https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/england/wiltshire/trail-running" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">best running trails in Wiltshire here</a>. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-wild-swimming">WILD SWIMMING </h2>



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<p>If you’re a wild water baby, you&#8217;ll enjoy the thrill of swimming in a private lake with  group of experienced open-water swimmers, triathalon atheletes and sports enthusiasts at <a href="https://glovedippers.com/">Glove Dippers</a> at the Glove Factory in Holt. Once you become a member you can swim all year round, under the watchful gaze of kingfishers, ducks and sheep, then pop along to the nearby Wild Herb at the Field Kitchen for a chill-busting coffee. Need more inspiration? <a href="https://wilts.muddystilettos.co.uk/things-to-do/wild-swimming-outdoor-swimming-spots-wiltshire/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Discover more wild swim spots here</a>. </p>


Witness the (outdoor) fitness, Wiltshire-style

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