due to the far reaching popularity of gym training in the city, all types of gyms are available - they range from small health clubs and fitness centers, to extravagant complexes designed for serious body builders.
one of the oldest, and most popular gyms in the city is the real sociedade clube ginástico portuguęs - based in the centro, the facility was first opened in 1938, and was the first building in south america with a pool on the roof - nowadays it is a mega complex, spread across eight floors, with a restaurant and bar included.
on the opposite part of the city, locals might recommend xgym in the beach side neighborhood of Recreio dos Bandeirantes - open since 2004, xgym has an excellent array of modern facilities for martial arts as well as for physical training.
