Trudging through daily traffic jams and hustling for overtime hours – it’s no wonder KL-lites are perceived as one of most stressed cities in Malaysia. Look left right and there’s bound to be someone rushing either to or from their destination.

Craving for a break from all the hustle and bustle? We highly recommend you release those frustrations and sweat it out at these few sports and recreational centres, all within convenient reach for Klang Valley-ians!

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1. Bukit Jalil Recreation Park

You know what they say, the best things in life come free. And where better to get those fats burning and muscles stretched than an old-school playground? Mind you, Bukit Jalil Recreation Park itself is a massive site that covers an impressive lot of 80 acres! Equipped with basic park amenities from walking trails, exercise stations and a reflexology path (yay for foot massages!), this park is indeed a fitness junkie’s dream come true. Better yet, head on for a casual stroll after workout at their show gardens, intricately designed and built to mimic the signature aspects of various country’s gardens.

 

2. It’s a Hit! Batting Cages

Claiming its title as the first and only baseball-themed funpark in Malaysia, It’s A Hit promises for a an exciting affair for people of all ages with their American Major League attraction. The concept is simple – pay a minimum of 1 token for 15 balls, gear up with a helmet and hit a home run! With a variety of speeds to choose from, there’s simply nothing more satisfying than smacking a hardball wheezing right at you for a stress-busting activity.

 

3. Flycycle

Forget jogging on an endless treadmill – spice up your routine with a bicycle instead! Revolutionising old-fashioned cycling with pumped up beats and dope neon lighting, Flycycle is akin to experiencing a clubbing environment on a bike! With specially designed workouts tailor-made to strengthen one’s core muscles and build up stamina, this is definitely THE fitness regime you need to get into, stat.

 

4. Chin Woo Stadium

One look at Chin Woo’s exterior facade and you’ll immediately be reminded of a retro 1950’s aesthetic. Retaining its old-world charm through an earthy decor, this historical gem is now set as a centrepoint for recreational purposes. From traditional Chinese dances to martial arts, they also offer an Olympic-sized swimming pool and badminton courts for public access with a nominal fee.

5. Skytrex Adventure

No more tedious jungle trekking along slopping terrains – those who crave for more excitement can do so with Skytrex Adventure. A perfect setting to execute your ambitious Temple Run moves (or rather, attempt to), Skytrex guarantees a safe environment with their state-of-the-art facilities that can be enjoyed by all ages.

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