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" It can be hard to find a workout incorporating both cardio and full-body toning that&amp;#039;s not too exhausting, but look no further than UXF Ripped class at New York City Sports Clubs. This energetic circuit class is a high-intensity workout that tones and strengthens your core\u2014and takes only 30 minutes! With their Blitz &amp;amp;amp; Glitz special, we also got our hair blown out right after the workout-score! The combination of fitness and beauty was perfect for right before a fun night out. The workout:We started off with a quick set of stretches, and then dove right in, first learning the eight components of the circuits, which each work a different area of your body. One set blasts your legs with mountain climbers and another works your arms using ropes. You do 20 repetitions of each circuit three times, and though it may seem like a lot, the time goes by super fast! The instructor times your progress, but speed isn&amp;#039;t as important as form, so there&amp;#039;s no pressure to get done before others. The pros: This workout is fast and intense\u2014we were sore for days! Because you&amp;#039;re moving around so much and doing different moves, you don&amp;#039;t even realize how quickly time flies. It also helps that they blast fun upbeat music, and the instructor keep everyone motivated by checking in every few sets to make sure your spirits are still high. The cons: Because the instructor wants you to keep moving the whole time, there isn&amp;#039;t really time to stop and catch your breath, which is challenging if your muscles are burning, you&amp;#039;re breathing heavy, and you just want to rest. But since the workout isn&amp;#039;t long, you just have to push through, and it will be over before you know it! Try it: The Blitz and Glitz deal for nonmembers is good through this week (at New York locations), but if you want the workout and don&amp;#039;t need the blowout, MySportsClubs offers the UFX Ripped class permanently. Check out the site to find out where you can try it out for yourself! Have you ever tried a circuit workout? Tell us about it in the comments! "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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