It is that time of year again when you see endless ‘new year, new me’ social media posts, coupled with unattainable new year resolutions.
If you have vowed not to get sucked into that phenomenon in 2023, but would like to improve your fitness or take up a new hobby, there is plenty to do in Northampton.
From yoga that spins you upside down, to cold water swimming or a roller blading sport, there are many unique ways you can get fit this year.
And best of all they all sound extremely fun and could be a good way to meet new people and make new friends.
Below are eight different but fun ways to get fit and find a new hobby in Northampton in 2023.
From yoga that spins you upside down, to cold water swimming or a roller blading sport, there are many unique ways you can get fit this year.
![It may seem like a drastic option in the cold winter weather, but wild swimming at The Falcon hotel in Castle Ashby runs all year round with sessions during daylight hours.
Cold water swimming claims to boost the immune system, improve circulation and sleep and more.
Search wild swimming at Castle Ashby to find out more and book.](https://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjM5MmM5YmJlLTk5NGYtNDdjNy1iYzU1LWU4NDFiM2ZhMzU3YTplNzU5MmJkYS05OTY5LTQ3NzctYjFjNS02MTc3YWU1ZGJkZmY=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
5. Wild swimming
It may seem like a drastic option in the cold winter weather, but wild swimming at The Falcon hotel in Castle Ashby runs all year round with sessions during daylight hours. Cold water swimming claims to boost the immune system, improve circulation and sleep and more. Search wild swimming at Castle Ashby to find out more and book. Photo: The Falcon
![Every Friday Skate House hosts a roller disco at Benham Sports Centre in Moulton Park.
Boogying and skating is definitely a recipe to get fit without even realising. And what better way to unwind after a week than to sing along to some classics?
Search Skate House for more.](https://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjIxMjg5ZGE5LTI3ZTAtNDcyOS1hMmQxLTY4M2FkZWU3OWQyNjpiNzg5ODEzOC00MGE4LTRmZDMtYjkzMy1kMDQ5Y2Y1ZTU5ZTQ=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=800)
6. Roller disco
Every Friday Skate House hosts a roller disco at Benham Sports Centre in Moulton Park. Boogying and skating is definitely a recipe to get fit without even realising. And what better way to unwind after a week than to sing along to some classics? Search Skate House for more. Photo: marco d'emilia/EyeEm - stock.ado
![Climbing is another activity that gives participants a full body workout, with an additional competitive element.
It is also well-known for its sense of community, so another great way to pick up a new hobby and meet new people.
There is a climbing centre - Pinnacle Climbing Centre - in Northampton, as well as The Weedon Project in Weedon.](https://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmM5MzcyZjkxLWM3MTQtNDMzMC1hOTEzLTY3MzBjMDM2YTlkZDpiZjY0OGI5Ny1iMGQ2LTQ3NTAtYTdiOS1kZWY5NDE5NTM1OTc=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=800)
7. Indoor climbing
Climbing is another activity that gives participants a full body workout, with an additional competitive element. It is also well-known for its sense of community, so another great way to pick up a new hobby and meet new people. There is a climbing centre - Pinnacle Climbing Centre - in Northampton, as well as The Weedon Project in Weedon. Photo: Pinnacle Climbing Centre
![One for the adrenaline junkies…
Kayaking gets you outdoors as well as encourages a competitive element.
Northampton Canoe and Kayak Club based off Bedford Road offers taster sessions.
Search Northampton Canoe and Kayak Club to find out more.](https://www.northamptonchron.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjkwNzdiODJmLWM5MjgtNDk2Ny1hZjYxLTk0ODFkMjYxMWU4NTo2ZTczYTcxNy02NDhmLTRkZTUtOTAxOS1lNDI1NTA5ZDgyNDE=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=800)
8. Kayaking
One for the adrenaline junkies… Kayaking gets you outdoors as well as encourages a competitive element. Northampton Canoe and Kayak Club based off Bedford Road offers taster sessions. Search Northampton Canoe and Kayak Club to find out more. Photo: Google