as one of the premium places in the world, to show off a chiseled beach body, rio de janeiro has an abundance of gymnasiums offering visitors ample opportunities to workout. considered by some individuals as the exercise capital of the world, gyms are more than just a pastime in brazil's most health conscious city - the social and health promotion aspect of the facilities are equally as important as the physical exercise portion.

working out at gyms can take a number of forms - cariocas may use them to keep fit, slim down or lose weight, whilst others use them to bulk up and build muscles.