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The Best Ways To Move Your Body This Winter

Posted on January 24, 2025   |   Updated on September 30, 2025
Terina Ria

Terina Ria

People at a zumba class.

Movin’ and shakin’ the winter sadness away. (Luis Alvarez/Getty Images)

I’m a homebody by nature, so staying active during the winter is especially challenging. But lately, exercising has given me a good excuse to get out of the house, and is a much needed boost of endorphins to combat the seasonal blues. Here are some cheap and fun ways to move your body this season.

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Dance, Dance, Dance

This year, I’m stepping outside of my comfort zone and taking some dance classes.

While they’re known for their wide variety of dance classes, they also offer exercise classes like kickboxing, yoga, and conditioning.

Samba is a lively dance style of Brazilian origin. This weekend, Samba Fogo will host their annual Samba Queen & King contest. Essentially, a giant samba dance party with three days of workshops.

Learn Bollywood dance choreography from Sarika Nayak in Sandy. All experience levels are welcome!

Make New Friends

If you’re looking for a way to meet new people and get movin’ — there’s a community group for that.

When in Doubt

Invite a friend and go for a walk around your neighborhood or join a walking club. It’s the best way to discover things you might have otherwise missed. Every week, you could explore a new neighborhood, or you can do something fun like the Whale to Wales.

How do you move your body in SLC?

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