Fitness in Pakistan – everything you need to get started
We understand it’s hard to find the motivation to get fit, especially in the middle of a global pandemic. However, this is the best time to improve ourselves and emerge as better humans physically and mentally.
Peekaboo Guru brings you the ultimate guide to get you started in the world of fitness.
Want to find the best gym to go to? We’ve got you covered.
Don’t want to go to the gym? Set up your own home gym.
Want to improve your current setup? Find the best gym equipment and fitness retailers.
Need something more comfortable to wear? Presenting the best gym wear in Pakistan.
Really, there’s no excuse left. Let’s get started with the ultimate guide to Fitness in Pakistan!
Best Gyms in Karachi
Karachi being the largest metropolis of the country, has a large number of gyms catering to every type of exercise. Here are our top three gyms in Karachi:
| Core | Chain of Get Smart Gyms | VelocityX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Ocean Mall | 9 branches – DHA, Tariq Road, North Nazimabad, Gulshan-e-Iqbal & more | Tipu Sultan |
| Facilities | Personal Training, Group Classes | Personal Training, Group Classes | Personal Training, Group Classes, Certification Courses, Bar |
| Classes | HIIT, strength, boxing, yoga | CrossFit, cardio, aerobics, HIIT | HIIT, yoga, 42 Day Challenge, Zumba |
| Price Range | High | Medium | High |
Core, Chain of Get Smart Gyms and VelocityX represent the best gyms in Karachi. For our list of top six gyms read our article on the best gyms in Karachi.
Best Gyms in Lahore
Lahore may have fewer gyms than Karachi in outright numbers. However, on average most gyms offer a lot more facilities. Here are our top three gyms in Lahore:
| UFC Gym | Shapes | Structure Health & Fitness | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | DHA | 6 Branches – Gulberg, DHA, Iqbal Town & more | 3 Branches – DHA, Gulberg & Johar Town |
| Facilities | Personal Training, Group Classes, Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi, Steam & Sauna | Personal Training, Group Classes, Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi, Steam, Sauna & Squash | Personal Training, Group Classes, Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi & Sauna |
| Classes | MMA, boxing, kickboxing, HIIT, Zumba, yoga, Pilates | yoga, boxing, taekwondo, gymnastics, aerobics & HIIT | HIIT, CrossFit, Tabata, swimming, TRX |
| Price Range | High | High | Medium |
UFC Gym, Shapes and Structure Health & Fitness are on our list of top three gyms in Lahore. For more options read our article covering the best gyms in Lahore.
Best Gyms in Islamabad
Among the gyms situated in the capital, these are our top three:
| Metafitnosis | Omnifarious | Executive Club | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | F6 Markaz | F7 Markaz | F10 |
| Facilities | Personal Training, Massage | Personal Training, Home Training | Personal Training, Group Classes, Sauna |
| Classes | fat-loss, met hypertrophy & 4-in-1 30 minute workout | Personalised Workouts | HIIT, Pilates, Zumba, Muaythai, ABS and power dump |
| Price Range | High | High | Medium |
Metafitnosis, Omnifarious and Executive Club are our top three gyms in Islamabad. We featured more gyms in our in-depth article here.
Gym Wear in Pakistan
Gym wear is essential for a good workout. Therefore, a guide on Fitness in Pakistan could not be complete without highlighting some gym wear brands in Pakistan.
| Sports Plus | Dabs | Peach Wear | |
|---|---|---|---|
| For | Men & Women | Men & Women | Women Only |
| Categories | Casual, Core, MMA, Running, Swimming | Casual, Core, Running, Swimming | Casual, Core, Running |
| Availability | Online & Instore (Lahore, Islamabad) | Online | Online |
| Price Range | Medium | Medium | High |
Included in our top 3 for gym wear in Pakistan are Sports Plus, Dabs and Peach Wear. All three are slightly different in terms of brand.
Sports Plus is a fitness retailer that carries more categories than just apparel. These include shoes, gym equipment and accessories. Moving on, Dabs is a specialist activewear brand focusing on affordable gym wear. While Peach Wear focuses on making gym wear for women more accessible.
Read up on more options for gym wear in Pakistan on our dedicated article.
Setting Up a Home Gym in Pakistan
A home gym setup can do wonders for routine exercise. Especially these days worrying about COVID, it’s not only more convenient, but also safer to workout at home.
The following are some of the essentials you will need in setting up a home gym in Pakistan.
| Flooring | Weights | Benches | Machines | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Why | Comfort & avoiding strain or injury | More efficient workout with specific focus | Comfort & avoiding strain or injury | Push your cardio efforts with elevation and speed |
| Type | Rubber Tiles | Dumbbells, Kettlebells | Multifunctional Bench | Treadmill |
| Price Range | ~PKR 1,000 | PKR 2,000 – 5,000 | PKR 15,000 – 50,000 | PKR 60,000 – PKR 500,000 |
You can find these equipment from fitness retailers such as Sports Plus and Apollo Sports. We’ve covered retailers in detail next.
Best Gym Equipment in Pakistan
Whether you’re setting up a home gym, scaling up your setup or looking to buy gym accessories – these are the best gym equipment retailers in Pakistan.
| Sports Plus | Apollo Sports | Advance Fitness | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Categories | Cardio, Studio, Training, Yoga | Cardio, Weights, Studio, Boxing, MMA | Cardio, Home Gyms, Studio |
| Availability | Online & Instore (Lahore, Islamabad) | Online & Instore (Lahore) | Online & Instore (Karachi) |
| Price Range | High | Medium | Medium |
With that, we wrap up our ultimate guide to fitness in Pakistan.
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