If you have been reluctant to satisfy that new year’s resolution of getting into better shape, you’re not alone – indeed, one of the most dropped-and-forgotten aspects among almost everyone each new year is exercise. Whether its life getting in the way of going to the gym or that new treadmill making for a better clothes hanger than workout machine, we all tend to let getting physically healthier go by the wayside after some time. If you have been looking to get back on that proverbial exercise horse but prefer to participate in group sessions, we have the solution for you. The following workout classes in Woodland Hills have been specifically chosen by the Woodland Hills Magazine staff to get you motivated as you fantasize about dropping a couple of dress sizes or squeezing into that tight muscle shirt.

Cardio Barre, located at 21747 Erwin Street #1, offers classes that combine cardio, balance and strength while increasing flexibility and elongating the muscles in your body. Because the workouts are so much fun and motivational, they allow your fitness level the freedom to evolve, with Cardio Barre Woodland Hills offering beginner and advanced level cardio classes in addition to Floor Barre courses to anyone looking to get into better shape.

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Benefit Body, located at 19720 Ventura Boulevard Suite 101, brings an advanced system of mind-body conditioning to the masses, one which combines the fundamentals of Pilates with modern fitness techniques. Whether you are developing fundamentals, practicing techniques or challenging your body and mind, Benefit Body offers a class for you – including courses that teach the uniquely effective Filates, a simple concept that embodies elements of speed and control as well as functionality and intensity. At Benefit Body, the idea is to maintain the foundation of Pilates while thinking outside the box to provide a safe and effective way for clients to achieve their fitness goals.

Better Body Pilates, located at 22315 Mulholland Highway in Calabasas, has helped hundreds of people get fit and toned, serving the Calabasas community for 15 years and counting now. Nationally-certified instructors, a friendly staff and exclusive studio all combine with small group classes to offer a fully-equipped Pilates and fitness studio experience with private, semi-private and group instruction. What’s more, Better Body’s team of experienced professionals customize a fitness program for your individual needs.

maddi-bazzocco-1YC7ejBTHek-unsplashThe Compound, located at 20662 Ventura Boulevard, will be right up your alley if you’re thinking about getting in shape, shedding a few pounds or learning a new fitness routine. Lorded over by Paul Wassily, master trainer and founder of Fitness by Paul, The Compound is a boutique private personal training facility that focuses exclusively on private workout sessions and catering to a diverse group of clients who want to achieve advanced fitness goals – while reaching maximum health and wellness. Whatever your goals or whoever you are, Paul will design a fitness program that’s right for you, being that we all boast fitness needs that are as unique as our personalities.

Beatbike Indoor Cycling Amphitheatre, located at 18700 Ventura Boulevard Suite 220 in Tarzana, offers a variety of cycle classes suitable for all levels – whether you’re riding for the first time or are a seasoned vet. Cycling classes include Cycle 45, a 45-minute high-intensity workout set to exhilarating music; The65, with 60 minutes of cycling and a five-minute cool-down; Live DJ Ride, featuring a live DJ once a month for a 45-minute nonstop party on a bike; and Club Night, featuring favorite instructor Fabian and a killer playlist. Group Training classes as offered by Beatbike include Abs, Buns and Thighs; Abs and Up; Beat HIIT; and Beatbody.

Iron Battalion Fitness Co., located at 6036 Variel Avenue, has become renowned for its CrossFit classes, defined by facility representatives as “hands-on fitness at its finest.” With group classes led by a certified coach, Iron Battalion’s CrossFit program constantly varies in functional movements, performed at high intensities, with the aforementioned coaches boasting expertise in fitness and a sincere passion for helping you along your fitness journey. Indeed, once you try CrossFit, you may never go to the “other gyms” again.

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It doesn’t matter if you’re reintroducing yourself to that killer bikini bod or starting out for the first time, the workout classes in Woodland Hills covered in this roundup are a great starting point.