Where To Find Free Fitness In Sydney

Where To Find Free Fitness In Sydney

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Type ‘Free fitness in Sydney’ into the Goog and the results tend to fall into two categories: head outdoors and enjoy what nature has to offer or, try before you buy, first class is free.  To me, first class is free, isn’t free.  It’s a teaser to get you through the door, where eventually you’re going to have to part with your hard-earned cash.  Here at Green Goodness Co, free is don’t need nothing but the air in your lungs, a spring in your step and the motivation to get moving. So, listed below are some of the top ‘proper’ free things to do in Sydney, to get your fit on.

Hit the track Mac, and just start walking   

Sydney has some of the best scenery in the world. So, it’s natural to have some of the best scenic walks in the world. Often, we take for granted what we see every day, so maybe it’s time to revisit some of these classic walks and see just what the tourists rave about.

  • Barrenjoey Lighthouse Track – Yep, the iconic lighthouse from Home and Away is at the end of this 1km track. Drive to Governor Phillip parking area and walk the 30mins there and 30mins back. You will need to remember to pack your water bottle as is no drinking water at the lighthouse. Oh, and duck to the loo first, because there isn’t a public toilet there either.
  • Bondi to Coogee Cliffwalk – The walk from Bondi to Coogee is famous for a reason. It’s stunning. It’s 6km of beautiful beaches, parks, cliffs, bays and rock pools. With plenty of rest stops along the way, allow yourself 2 hours to do the walk, an hour or two for lunch and then head on back. All in all, a great day out.
  • Manly Bridge to Spit Bridge – This 10-km walk is going to take you around 3-4 hours to complete, depending on how fit you are. If you’re on the path between May and November, make sure you take some time to do a bit of whale watching. If you’re tackling the walk in the summer months, it’s easy to duck down and have a quick swim in one of the beautiful beaches along the way.
  • Royal National Park – Bundeena Drive to Marley. If you’re looking to get away from the metro area, head south for an hour until you come to the Royal National Park. Here you’ll find over 100km of walking tracks winding it’s way through bush and heath to take in the beaches, fresh water pool and creeks.

Step by Step – Free Style

Let’s admit it. When we head to the gym, we all avoid the Stairmaster like it has the plague. We can call agree that it’s the most boring, torturous bit of kit on the cardio floor. So, rather than commit to yet another date on the device from hell, put a date in your diary and commit to some activity on the following outdoor staircases. Still get the results, just with a better view and a quicker heart rate.

  • Tamarama Park, Stairs
  • Cranbrook Stairs, New South Head Road
  • Marathon Stairs, Double Bay
  • Coogee Stairs, Denning Street
  • McElhone Stairs, Wooloomooloo
  • Fleet Steps, Royal Botanical Gardens
  • Barangaroo Reserve, Millers Point
  • Lavender Bay Stairs, North Sydney

Riding Along on Your Pushbike, Honey

If you have a burning desire to be a part of a peloton, usually around Tour de France time, there’s plenty of rides for you to try out.  With Sydney’s varied terrain, there’s sure to be a ride to suit any skill or fitness level.  Here’s a few from the Strava site for you to download.

  • Giro d’Kelloggs – 46km easy ride that starts from Randwick Gates at Centennial Park, every Saturday and Sunday from 7am
  • Eastern Beaches – 40km through Bondi and the eastern suburbs. Great for new cyclists or as a recovery ride.  Passes through Royal Botanic Gardens.
  • Royal National Park Look – We’re loving the National Park for all the fun, free things you can do there. This 70km ride is just another example.

The Best Gym is an Outdoor One

While researching this article, we came across some great outdoor gym spaces and equipment in Sydney.  No longer relegated to just a pull-up bar or parallel bars, new outdoor gyms areas have really lifted their game to provide some top-notch fitness stations.  Here’s a few to try:

  • Bondi Park, Bondi Beach
  • Camperdown Park, Camperdown
  • Observatory Hill Park, Millers Point
  • Rushcutters Bay Park, Rushcutters Bay
  • Sydney Park, St Peters

Live Life Get Active

Ok, so most of the above outdoor activities require you to be self-motivated to get yourself out there. But what about if you need a little more motivation and accountability? What if you need that extra push to keep you on the path to health and wellness? You are going to love Live Life Get Active.

Supported by Local Government and Corporate Australia, these FREE health, fitness and nutritional education classes are held in parks, suburbs and cities of Australia.  Locations in Sydney include Botany, Milsons Point and The Domain.  To access this great program, register your details on the website and have a look at the classes on offer near you.  Bookings for classes are essential.

 

Now it’s time to get out there and try some of Sydney’s free fitness options.

Getting fit doesn’t have to mean spending a small fortune on gym memberships and fees.  As the weather warms up and the days are longer, look to taking your fitness campaign outside, getting back to nature and enjoying your surroundings.

Image: Bondi Outdoor Gym, TimeOut

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