The best outdoor gyms in the world

Going to the gym remains the ultimate way to keep fit, shed excess pounds and get the body you’ve always dreamed of. If you don’t fancy working out indoors then there is always outside - below are 5 of the best outdoor gyms in the world. Happy days!

1. Muscle Beach Gym, California, USA

Famous the world over, not only for the place to pump iron but for the posing too, it is positioned right next to the boardwalk and the sand in Venice Beach, California. Muscle Beach shot to fame because of the stars pumping iron here, including the young Schwarzenegger. These days it is almost more famous as a tourist attraction than as a gym but membership is very reasonable.

2. Green Heart Outdoor Gym, Hull, England

Perhaps the most versatile outdoor gym on our list, the equipment in Green Heart’s outdoor gym manages to convert the energy created from people using the equipment into electricity. This powers the lights around it at night, so they are being green and keeping fit - everyone will want one! 

3. Kachalka Outdoor Gym, Kiev, Ukraine

This well known gym next to the river Dniper in Kiev will take you right back to basics. With the equipment made entirely from scrap metal, Ukranians have been sculpting their figures free of charge since the 1970s in this huge 10,000 sq m area. People from all backgrounds work out next to each other here, which is quite an experience.  

4. Parque do Arpoador, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

With Rio set to host the 2016 Olympics, it’s still not too late to get in tip-top shape! Head to Parque do Arpoador, situated next to the beautiful beaches in Rio de Janerio. The gym equipment is basic but it is set in such beautiful surroundings, you'll want to get olympic fit.

5. Lumphini Park, Bangkok, Thailand

Lying within the huge Lumphini Park is this popular outdoor gym, with machines galore. If you tire of lifting heavy weights then why not push yourself to the limit and go for a run around the 142 acre park. Alternatively, take part in one of the many aerobics, Thai Chi or Muay Thai kickboxing classes taking place here. You can't help but get fit if you live here!