We’re sure many of you have been waiting patiently for the weather to cool down so you can exercise outdoors in Abu Dhabi. It’s been a long summer and now, finally, the mercury has dropped and we’re no longer living in a furnace.
Despite being spoilt for choice in Abu Dhabi when it comes to gyms, fitness studios and wellness centres, there’s nothing better than breathing in fresh air while exercising outdoors in Abu Dhabi.
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After all, fancy machines and exercising in brightly lit studios is for everyone (and sometimes neither is the hefty price tag that comes with it).
But right now the weather in the capital is perfect for exercising outdoors in Abu Dhabi, and we have loads of beautiful open spaces that are great for a jog, cycle, walk, or even a yoga class.
Looking for the best spots to exercise outdoors in Abu Dhabi? Read on and plan your workout regime now.
Al Hudayriat Island
You’ve probably taken the drive over the bridge (which is impressive in itself) to Hudayriat Island before for a weekend sunbathing session, but did you also know that you can hire bikes here? Two loops are available in 10km and 5km, making this a great option to exercise outdoors in Abu Dhabi. Or, if cycling isn’t your thing the still waters by the public beach are ideal for a spot of wild swimming.
Free. Open daily 8am-7pm. Hudayriat Island.
Al Wathba Cycle Track
Looking for interesting places to exercise outdoors in Abu Dhabi? Next to the camel-racing track and with views of sand dunes for as far as the eye can see, this is definitely not your average cycling track. Here you can tackle anything from a leisurely eight kilometres to a calf-aching 30-kilometre loop. But with such a stunning backdrop, you won’t have time to think about how tired you are.
Free. Open daily 24 hours. Al Wathba Cycle Track, E22 Abu Dhabi-Al Ain Road, sportinabudhabi.ae.
The Corniche
This eight-kilometre iconic stretch on the Corniche is one of the best places to exercise outdoors in Abu Dhabi. Lined by a wide boardwalk that’s perfect for walking, jogging or cycling, there’s always a great vibe here in the early morning or even as people head here for their daily work out. Water stations are found along the way and the route lets you take in some of the most iconic buildings in the capital such as Emirates Palace and The St. Regis Abu Dhabi.
From Dhs20 (bike hire for 24 hours). The Corniche, bikeshare.ae (800 292 253).
The Galleria Al Maryah Island
Freeling stressed? Well now you can take part in free outdoor yoga sessions three times a week at one of the most popular shopping malls in the city. The classes take place on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday mornings from 8.30am to 9.30am at the Sky Park at The Galleria Al Maryah Island. This is one of the best ways to exercise outdoors in Abu Dhabi.
Free. Mon, Wed, Sat, 8.30am-9.30am. Al Maryah Island, yoga@thegalleria.ae
Yas Marina Circuit
Looking for one of the best places to exercise outdoors in Abu Dhabi? Enter: TrainAM scheme. Taking place from 5am to 8am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, it’s the perfect opportunity to get some cardio in on the 5.5km track before heading off to work or starting your day. You need to bring your own bike and water for TrainAM, but at TrainYAS there are 400 bikes available to rent for free and regular water stations along the track.
Free. TrainAM: Mon, Wed & Thu 5am-8am. TrainYAS: Sun &Tue 6pm-10pm. Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, yasmarinacircuit.com (02 659 9800).
