Aries: Rock Climbing
Aries, you are courageous, daring, and fearless. Not many people would gaze up at a gigantic, looming cliff face and say, “Yeah — I could climb that.” But with you? You’ve already got your harness strapped on before your friend can say, “Are you sure that’s a good idea?!”
Rock climbing is a true testament of strength and grit — two things you have in spades, my dear Aries. It’s high intensity, adrenaline inducing, and guaranteed to get your blood pumping. Not many better ways to spend your afternoon, am I right?
Besides the physical benefits, rock climbing is a fun activity all by itself — and the boasting cred is fantastic! You aren’t doing it just to get your daily workout in, but to prove to yourself that you can climb any mountain that you want to.
Taurus: Bicycle Riding
Riding a bike brings back all those nostalgic feelings of childhood. Maybe that’s why you love it so much, Taurus. Not a negative vibe in sight — sun up above, trees all around you, flowers filling the air with sweet, natural perfume — all that healthy living makes you feel grounded and rejuvenated.
When you get in your groove, you are like a machine. You could go for days before you admit to anyone you’re feeling a little fatigued — no matter how tired you are, it feels like giving up to stop. But that’s one of the things that makes bicycle riding so great for you! You have the opportunity to push yourself to your limit… or just relax and enjoy the beautiful moments.
You can trust your bike (and in yourself) to get you wherever you’re going, enjoying the beautiful world around you as you pedal — and burning lots of calories from the cardio!
Gemini: Boxing
Get ready to strap on your gloves and step into the ring, Gemini, because we all know boxing would make the perfect workout for you!
Like you, boxing is very reactionary. It requires you to have quick instincts and reflexes, and the clever ability to stay two steps ahead of your opponent. Your quick nature will be put to good use when dodging everything your opposition throws your way.
Boxing is about being unpredictable and keeping your face unreadable — two things you thrive on, my dear Gemini. Boxing also gives you a prime opportunity to utilize those people-reading skills you pride yourself on, and you instinctively know just how to mix things up to always keep your opponent guessing.
Plus, boxing provides a healthy outlet to release all the pent-up anger and aggression from any frustrations you’ve been dealing with. It’s a win for both your physical and mental health.
Cancer: Cross Country or Long-Distance Running
As the zodiac with one of the biggest hearts, you hold onto a lot of emotion, my sweet Cancer. You require a workout that allows a release, but also provides a type of solitude where you can work through all those feelings without being interrupted.
Running is a form of therapy. It gives you the opportunity to work through and process all those emotions you carry with you or just spend some time resetting yourself and jamming out to your favorite podcast or new album release.
If you are craving companionship (as you often do), you can always run with friends and explore new routes. You can challenge yourself by running through different scenic environments or just take a jog through your own neighborhood. Plus (even if you don’t always enjoy it while you’re doing it — we all have those days), your body will thank you for the rest of the day once you’ve finished.
Whether you’re looking for that invigorating runner’s high or a soul-cleansing reset, your options are limitless when it comes to local or cross-country running.
Leo: Volleyball
Quite honestly, we couldn’t think of a better workout for you, Leo, than playing a sport where you’re constantly shouting, “Mine!” every two seconds.
Volleyball may be a team sport, but any player can dominate the spotlight with their skills. It’s a fast-paced, high-energy game that always keeps you on your toes — literally — every time you have to spike the ball over the net! And we know you, Leo, you are definitely the player with a wicked spike.
When you play volleyball, you have to go with your gut and trust your instincts. You can’t be afraid to dive for the ball every chance you get! You have to be loud, confident, and, above all, you’ve just got to go for it — something you never hesitate to do with anything in your life.
This game is physical, fast paced, and tailor-made to suit your instincts. Plus, with your highly competitive nature, you’ll always have a lot of fun!
Virgo: Weightlifting
Virgos, one of your most admirable traits is your constant dedication to self-improvement. You are always working to grow into the best version of yourself that you could possibly be — which is why weightlifting makes for the perfect exercise for you.
Weightlifting is all about getting stronger, mentally and physically. It’s about dedication, commitment, and developing and trusting the process as your body gradually gains muscle. It may take a while before you start seeing the results you’re craving, but you are a patient sign. You know that good things take time, and you will get there as long as you keep working hard.
And the best part? Your best only keeps getting better! Once you hit your first goal, you’ll keep pushing yourself further and further until you are the strongest person in that gym. And not even because you’re competitive, but because you are willing to put in the work to get yourself there.
Libra: Tennis
When it comes to tennis, Libra, you aren’t just here for the cute tennis outfits — although the skirts are a definite plus! Besides, have you ever seen a tennis tournament? No one can argue — tennis players are in great shape!
Tennis can be played as a singles or doubles game. The rules are all laid out for you, and you totally understand them, Libras. You are better able than most to handle the extra concentration playing doubles tennis requires — because for you, the question of who will get the ball is clear. Where many people can’t keep from running into each other on the court, you understand perfectly the way this teamwork works. You are fair, and won’t try to steal your partner’s thunder.
If you’re playing singles tennis, you’ll thrive in action and the give and take of a well-played game. There really aren’t any shortcuts; everyone plays by the same rules.
So, while you can appreciate the aesthetic tennis provides, tennis is a fair, defined sport of champions that you, my balanced Libra, can feel good about.
Scorpio: Hiking
Scorpios, I know nothing sounds better to you than taking a long walk through the forest and losing yourself among the trees — which is why hiking is the perfect workout for you!
Hiking gives you the opportunity for the rare solitude that feeds your spirit. You can soak up and appreciate the nature you adore while exploring and discovering new parts of yourself. Strenuous or leisurely, you get to choose the intensity level and the day’s location.
Like the solitary creature you are, you treasure the lovely tranquility of a nature walk alone; however, when you do let someone tag along, it’s the ultimate compliment to them. You’re choosing to take them into your private sanctuary, letting them into your own little world that you guard so closely.
Sagittarius: Hang Gliding
As a sign who’s constantly on the go, a stagnant trip to the gym would never be enough to satisfy you, Sagittarius. Hang gliding is surely not your typical workout, but that only makes it so much more appealing to you — and not just because you have to travel to a place to do it!
Hang gliding may not appear to need much physical prowess, but you have to have ample arm and core strength in order to pilot your glider. Once you build that strength, you’ll be up in the air for hours soaring above the clouds with just your intuition and the wind to guide you.
You can experience the freedom you desire in an all-new way — and what a view! It sounds like a dream, and you wouldn’t have it any other way. The next frontier? The skies!
Capricorn: Krav Maga
Krav Maga is a military-level defensive fighting style that was developed for the Israel Defense Forces. It’s an intense practice that requires strict dedication. It is said that the training of Krav Maga is meant to push you to your mental and physical limits — but… don’t you do that with everything you do, anyway?
The reason Krav Maga is a perfect fit for you, Capricorn, is found in its extreme efficiency. It was developed by taking the most effective and practical techniques from various other fighting styles and combining them into one. It maximizes both offensive and defensive techniques, and its focus on real-world situations makes it not only a unique skill, but an applicable one.
Krav Maga isn’t just your casual way to burn calories and gain muscle. It’s about learning self-defense and making yourself stronger in case you are ever caught in a difficult situation. You’re learning a skill that could potentially save your life — and it satisfies your need for achievement as you climb up the belted ranks. Don’t you just love a workout that checks multiple boxes on your Capricorn list?
Aquarius: CrossFit
CrossFit combines multiple aspects of fitness into one quick and efficient workout. You’ve got the best of cardio, strength-training, and functional movement… all rolled into one! It’s unique, different, and some of the workouts are just plain weird — exactly how you like it.
CrossFit is highly customizable. You can utilize more traditional movements — like squats, deadlifts, and push-ups — while also incorporating exercises like box jumps, rope work, and side plank marches. I mean, what other workout has the personality of an Aquarius — who else would be so willing to incorporate flipping tires into their daily exercise?
Plus, the best part for you about CrossFit is that your workouts are constantly changing and evolving — just like you! You get to keep things interesting by never having to do the same workout twice. You’ll surely never be bored at the gym again!
Pisces: Yoga
Yoga is more than just a workout. It’s a practice that allows you to connect to your emotions, personal energy, and spirituality — all the things that comprise a well-balanced Pisces.
You thrive on connecting to your intuition and feelings, and yoga’s main focus is to help you hone your instincts so that you may become fully enlightened. You have to learn to really listen to your body and trust yourself with each new movement. You are meant to lose yourself — and find yourself. That is the goal!
You, Pisces, are as flexible and adaptable as the yoga poses, themselves, and putting your own unique spin on the practice will only make you love it that much more.
Plus, there’s nothing better to help dig you out of a creative rut than a long, meaningful yoga practice to get your mind, body, and soul back into alignment.
