Have you ever heard of fitness bootcamps? We explain what bootcamps are and why training at a fitness bootcamp is just right for you!
After a long time, it's possible to get back on track this year. Especially after all the festivals, parties, time off and vacations you may have already had this year, you're probably wondering what to do next with your fitness. Now you may be asking yourself what fitness bootcamps actually are and how does training at a fitness bootcamp work?
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What is a fitness bootcamp?
A boot camp is a type of group training program. Some people also call it an outdoor boot camp, training boot camp, fit camp, or training camp. Many gyms, personal trainers, and other organizations offer fitness boot camps on a regular basis or even continuously. The goal of these programs is to build strength and fitness through a variety of exercises.
The term "boot camp" comes from the colloquial term for basic military training in the United States. Fitness camps are also conducted according to the general rules and procedures of military units.
What is trained in a fitness camp?
Bootcamp exercises consist of a combination of functional training, strength training and bodyweight training. With a fitness camp, you can not only train individual muscles, but also strengthen the entire musculoskeletal system.
The exercises are mostly carried out with your own body weight. Otherwise, not many aids are used, mostly only skipping ropes or rubber bands, which can be used easily and uncomplicated outdoors. Places such as walls, park benches, stairs and bridges are also well suited to pull yourself up on, support yourself or jump up or over them.
In most cases, the following applies: as quickly and as often as possible in the time available. The trainer motivates the participants to give their best, depending on their individual abilities.
Where exactly the training takes place is up to you and the trainer. Bootcamp training can take place in a group or alone with a personal trainer in the studio or outdoors, with fitness bootcamps usually taking place outdoors.
How effective is training in a bootcamp?
Due to the rapid sequence of exercises, the bootcamp is as effective as HIIT training. Just two hours of bootcamp training per week can bring about rapid changes in the body. The training improves the athletes quickly and they see initial success after a relatively short time.
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What forms of bootcamps are there?
There are different types of bootcamps. You can find the most important variations here:
- Regular Outdoor Bootcamps
For one, there are regular outdoor bootcamps that take place once or twice a week. - Day Bootcamps
The second option is day bootcamps, which take place, for example, on a weekend in a beautiful location. Various workshops and/or other workouts are offered throughout the day. - Weekly Bootcamps
Another type of boot camp runs over a short period of five to eight weeks, with training usually taking place once or twice a week. - Bootcamp Vacation
This bootcamp form combines vacation and fitness. Whether in Bali, Tenerife or other outdoor locations, a bootcamp can take place anywhere and at different times.
All of the forms described are very intense and a lot of fun! We especially recommend a bootcamp holiday to participants who need a quick kick-start and some motivation.
What are the advantages of participating in a Bootcamp holiday?
The advantages of a bootcamp holiday include the following aspects:
- Intensive support from a fitness trainer who not only motivates you, but also makes sure that you perform the exercises correctly.
- The training takes place in the fresh air.
- The fitness camp creates a group dynamic that motivates everyone to perform at their best.
- This is an intensive and highly effective HIIT workout.
- There is no contractual obligation to trainers or studios.
- You will receive individual training, according to your wishes and needs.
- The price is lower than a personal training session.
Find the right bootcamp for you!
Who is a bootcamp holiday (fitness bootcamp) suitable for?
A bootcamp vacation (often also called fitness bootcamp) is suitable for any healthy athlete. The fitness trainers can simultaneously supervise the different performance levels within the bootcamp very intensively and give individual tips.
A good example of this is circuit training. Here, an exercise is performed as often as possible for 30 to 60 seconds. During this time, each participant can do as many repetitions as they can manage. In this way, people with different performance levels can train together.
If you are looking for bootcamps, you will quickly find what you are looking for. There are some providers who regularly organize Bootcamp Travel Packages, such as Travelling Athletes.
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Where are fitness bootcamps offered?
If you've already browsed through our Travel Packages, you'll quickly notice that we offer intensive Bootcamp courses in numerous locations.
Among them, we offer fitness camps abroad and in Germany:
- Koh Samui, Thailand
- Phuket, Thailand
- Canggu, Bali
- Taghazout, Morocco
- Costa Adeje, Tenerife
- Santa Ponsa, Mallorca
- Alicante, Spain
- Barcelona, Spain
- Algarve, Portugal
- Sylt, Germany
Fitness, vacation & sun. Your bootcamp holiday.
Conclusion
A workout in the fitness bootcamp offers many advantages. The strongest argument is the outdoor training, which is carried out by competent trainers.
A boot camp is also financially tempting, because the participants share the costs for a personal trainer, so to speak. This means that high-quality and individual support can be guaranteed.
Besides, not many items and fitness equipment are needed for a bootcamp. Most of the time you train with your own body weight. And last but not least, the motivation - doing sports together with friends in a beautiful place is the best motivation 😉
