By Rachel Feinblatt By Rachel Feinblatt | July 31, 2024 | Lifestyle, Guide, Lifestyle Feature,
Barry’s iconic Red Room provides the ultimate HIIT class
HIIT is taking the Hamptons by storm. Here are our favorite classes to get physical in out East.
BARRY’S
Barry’s takes an invigorating approach to fitness at its Wainscott and Southampton facilities, where high-intensity interval training (HIIT) meets a strong sense of community. The 50-minute classes aim to transform the conventional workout experience by offering a combination of strength and cardio exercises in the Red Room. Offering fitness-forward Hamptonites a comprehensive, full-body workout, Barry’s has quickly become a favored choice for fitness enthusiasts looking to challenge themselves. Multiple locations,barrys.com
EQUINOX
Equinox sets the bar particularly high for HIIT workouts, crafting classes that strengthen physiques. Equinox is at the forefront with a variety of classes catering to high-intensity and metabolic conditioning goals. Cult favorites include MetCon3, Tabata Max and Athletic Conditioning: MetCon3 targets all three energy systems, providing a comprehensive workout with three rounds of exercise. e Tabata Max class maximizes strength and cardiovascular endurance by pushing participants to their limits. Finally, Athletic Conditioning focuses on full-body workouts, using bodyweight exercises and equipment to bolster strength and cardiovascular stamina. 204 Butter Lane, Bridgehampton,equinox.com
THE FORMULA X MEREDITH
Meredith Shumay of The Formula x Meredith
With a respectable 16 years in the fitness industry, Meredith Shumay has unveiled a novel fitness regimen, the Formula x Meredith, in the Hamptons. This 60-minute session is meticulously crafted for individuals with an athletic inclination, incorporating a variety of techniques including HIIT, Pilates, functional training and barre. The program is designed to engage the body comprehensively, ensuring a balanced and effective workout experience. 48 Foster Ave., Unit 3, Bridgehampton,theformulaxmeredith.com
THE LIFTED METHOD, BY HOLLY RILINGER
Holly Rilinger of The Lifted Method by Holly Rilinger
Founded by fitness figure Holly Rilinger, the studio provides diverse classes to improve physical and mental health. These classes include HIIT, strength training, core workouts, metabolic conditioning and mobility/recovery sessions, all of which incorporate elements of meditation. The downstairs Lifted Strength Lab provides small-group training sessions focused on heavier lifts with barbells, hex bars and other equipment. In addition, Rilinger and her partner (in business and life), Jennifer Ford, have created LIFTED Menopause Bootcamp—an online two-week course designed to get women started with strength training and learn how to stay strong and vibrant. 65 Montauk Highway, East Hampton,theliftedmethod.Com
POST HOUSE HAMPTONS
new is always better when Post House Hamptons’ HIIT classes are in session.
Walter Savage’s latest venture, Post House Hamptons, offers a unique, no-membership-required fitness experience tailored for those seeking a more personal approach to health and wellness. This gym specializes in personalized fitness routines catering to individuals’ needs. Training sessions, both private and semiprivate, include a mix of posture-improving exercises and weightlifting guided by expert trainers. Group classes and Forma Pilates add variety to the offerings. The center also features upscale amenities and has partnered with several wellness brands. 31 Long Island Ave., Sag Harbor,posthousehamptons.com
SCULPT BY EMILY TYSON
girls gather for HIIT at Sculpt by Emily Tyson.
former ballerina and classically trained Pilates instructor, Emily Tyson leads fitness classes that blend Pilates, dance and calisthenics at Sculpt by Emily Tyson. Her comprehensive approach to designing workouts, selecting music and incorporating her lively personality ensures an engaging and effective experience. Under her direction, the studio offers various classes like SCULPT, JUMP and HIIT, all of which are conducted in a heated environment to intensify the exercise routine. These classes, refreshed weekly and led by a team of skilled instructors, aim to improve physical strength and overall fitness through a unique combination of music, movement, and heat. 130 E. Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays,sculptbyemilytyson.com
Photography by: PHOTO: BY TIFFANY SAVAGE
PHOTO: BY KRISTIN GRAY
PHOTO: BY KIM MILLER
PHOTO: COURTESY OF SCULPT BY EMILY TYSON