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With nearly as many gyms as corner delis, it’s easy to find a place to work out in New York. Many hotels will offer complimentary passes or discounts for local gyms, such as New York Sports Club (http://www.nysc.com), which is found in every neighbourhood. A standard day pass costs $25. Chelsea Piers, 23rd St at the Hudson River,T1-212 336 6666. Subway C, E to 23rd St. Four piers on the Hudson River have been converted into an enormous 30-acre recreational complex that’s a dream for kids and adults, who come to ice-skate, swim, hit golf balls, rock climb, bowl, play basketball or hockey and use the spa. Day passes are sold for use of the fitness centre and spa; other activities are sold individually. Central Park is the most popular jogging space in town with 58 miles of pathways, but you could also try Hudson River Park, a wonderful strip overlooking the water from Battery Park up to 59th Street that’s perfect for jogging, cycling and roller-blading, or Riverside Park, a lovely stretch of green space on the Upper West Side. New York Road Runner’s Club, http://www.nyrrc.org, organizes group runs and is an excellent resource for information. Equinox, http://www.equinoxfitness.com Posh gyms in locations all around town. Classes like Urban Conditioning and Will Power & Grace will leave you buffed. Day pass is $25. The Greenwich Village location has a swimming pool. Atmananda Yoga & Holistic Center, 552 Broadway, SoHo, http://www.atmamanda.com Subway 6 to Astor Pl. When the hurly-burly of the city gets too much, the beautiful denizens of SoHo recharge their spiritual batteries at one of the yoga centres in the area. This place offers classes for all abilities. Jivamukti, 404 Lafayette St, 3rd Flr,T1-212 353 0214, http://www.jivamuktiyoga.com Subway 6 to Astor Pl. This is the best-known yoga centre in the city. The likes of Madonna, Sting and Christy Turlington have all been seen in the lotus position here. Free introductory classes are given every month; check the website for details of prices and times.
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