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Capture Your Fitness Journey

With Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) in full swing, it’s time to dive into its action-packed calendar of FREE fitness activities and events for everyone!

Running until Sunday 24 November, DFC invites you to not only commit to 30 minutes of daily physical activity but also to create amazing content along the way. Share your journey on social media with the hashtag #ShareYour30 and tag @dubaifitnesschallenge to inspire your friends and family to join the fun! It’s the perfect opportunity to get moving and make fitness a fun part of your everyday routine.

So grab your phone, slip it into your armband, and pack that waterproof cover – it's time to snap your way through the most satisfying 30 minutes of your day! Here are some of DFC’s most Instagram-worthy activities:

Exhilarating community events to supercharge your socials

How often do you get to snap a selfie while running down Sheikh Zayed Road at dawn? Dubai Run, presented by Mai Dubai, is confirmed for Sunday 24 November, and is set to be the biggest edition yet! Open to all ages and fitness levels, this epic event features both 10km and 5km routes. Imagine gathering at the breathtaking Museum of the Future before sunrise, capturing the moment as you jog past Dubai’s iconic skyline while the sun rises.

Don’t miss out on being part of the world’s largest free fun run – share your adventure and get your followers hyped to join in on the DFC fun! Register now at www.dubairun.com to bring your DFC journey of health, fitness, and community to a close.

And that’s not the only way to experience Dubai’s sights. Hop on your bike and experience the breathtaking buildings along Sheikh Zayed Road from your saddle during Dubai Ride, presented by DP World, on Sunday 10 November.

Choose between a challenging 12km route or a leisurely ride on the family-friendly 4km Downtown Dubai course. Cycle through the heart of Dubai alongside your friends in this unforgettable event, returning for its biggest edition yet. Content does not get much better than clipping on a GoPro and capturing the fun, bringing your followers along for the ride. Register now at www.dubairide.com and get ready for an incredible ride through the iconic streets of Dubai.

You can also look forward to showing your followers a side of Dubai they might not have seen before by taking part in Dubai Stand Up Paddle, presented by RTA at the spectacular Hatta Dam.

Whether you're new to stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) or an experienced expert, this year’s event promises a fun-filled day of fitness and community. Join SUP sessions for adults and families – the perfect opportunity to check off your daily exercise while soaking up the stunning scenery. New for 2024, enjoy free one-hour kayaking sessions, available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This event is also a fantastic opportunity to capture memorable photos for social media, showcasing your adventure against a breathtaking backdrop. Register now and check out what’s happening in Hatta that weekend. 

Picture-perfect fitness: DFC’s 30 x 30 Villages

Perfect your cricket stroke, nail those slam dunks, or dance your heart out at DFC’s free 30-day fitness villages, where endless sports and activities await – just don’t forget to capture it all on camera!

At buzzing spots like DP World Kite Beach 30 x 30 Fitness Village, Dubai Municipality Zabeel Park 30 x 30 Fitness Village, and RTA Al Warqa’a Park 30 x 30 Fitness Village, you’ll find free classes, competitions, and events that are perfect for your social feed. So, gather your crew, set up your tripods, and get ready to discover a new love for fitness!

Unleash your inner influencer at DFC’s Community Hubs

Head to one (or more) of DFC’s 25 Community Fitness Hubs, each offering a vibrant schedule of free classes and fitness activities, bringing health and wellness right to your doorstep. These energy-packed spaces have something for all ages and abilities, offering a huge variety of activities, from calming yoga or pulsing Pilates to fast-paced Padel and rigorous boxing sessions.

With diverse backdrops and lively atmospheres, these events are Instagram-worthy - perfect for showcasing your fitness journey. So get ready to pose with your boxing gloves, hold that headstand, and show off your best moves!

Keep the momentum going: Capture your ongoing fitness journey beyond DFC

Once you've wrapped up your month of movement, how will you keep inspiring your friends to stay active? DFC is your chance to motivate others and spread the fitspiration across your feeds, sparking positive change throughout Dubai.

After discovering so many incredible workout zones, welcoming wellness hubs, and nature-filled tracks, keep the content coming! Share your ongoing adventures to encourage even more people to embrace a fitter lifestyle – you never know, you might just find a whole new online fitness tribe.

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