It feels as though a new temple to fitness, relaxation or opens in Toronto every day. There are many paths to wellness in this city—from falling for the to trying mindful riffs on classic workouts like pilates. Here’s a look at some of the most-talked-about and forward-thinking spaces to sweat, chill and do everything in between.
Sweat and Tonic at The Well offers Spin, HIIT, yoga and Pilates as well as a plush spa. For the record: No one needs a DJ to welcome them into a fitness studio, nor a touchscreen where you can pre-order your post-workout collagen and matcha smoothie. But these extras certainly add up to make the newly opened Sweat and Tonic location at The Well a very elevated fitness experience.
The gleaming, arched hallways lead to marble-walled change rooms with individual Dyson hair dryers and vegan Consonant hand-wash. Fridges are stocked with chilled face towels. From there, it’s onto the fitness studios (for Spin, HIIT, yoga and Pilates).
The Spin space looks more like a nightclub, with the lighting and Brittney Spears soundtrack to match. The bikes are shiny and new, boasting RPM displays and digital tension adjustment. At HIIT, a circuit will run you through floor, weights and treadmill portions that combine strength with cardio.
No matter your vibe, you’ll find a workout to match. (Prices start at $20 for an introductory 3-pack, or try a 3-day all-access pass for $85.) Plus, there’s a : A dark, plush and soundproof space that offers acupuncture, c.
