14 Fun Workouts for Women: Move, Laugh, and Feel Strong, Together

Let’s get one thing straight: you can make fun workouts!

At Peak Women, we believe that movement should feel empowering, joyful, and, yes, fun! Whether you’re just beginning your fitness journey, returning after a long break, or simply looking to switch up your routine, finding fun workouts that make you feel good is key to building a routine that lasts.

Even better? Doing it with a friend. When you move together, you grow stronger together, in more ways than one. From sharing laughs to supporting each other through the hard reps, working out becomes a shared celebration of strength, sisterhood, and self-care.

If you’re ready to ditch the pressure and embrace movement on your terms, here are 14 fun workouts for women that blend fitness, friendship, and a whole lot of feel-good energy.

How to Make a Workouts More Fun

Not every workout starts out fun, but with the right mindset and a few simple tweaks, you can turn even the most ordinary session into something you actually look forward to.

Here are some ways to infuse more joy, creativity, and connection into your fitness routine:

• Bring a friend: Laughter, accountability, and shared support make everything better.
• Turn it into a game: Use fitness challenges, friendly competitions, or rewards to stay motivated.
• Play your favorite music: A great playlist can completely shift your mood and energy.
• Mix things up: Try different workouts each week to keep your body and brain engaged.
• Focus on how it feels: Choose movements that make you feel strong, relaxed, or joyful.

Celebrate the small wins: Every step counts, track progress, and cheer each other on.

Try These 14 Fun Workouts

Without further ado, check out these fun workouts you can do with friends.

1. Fun Dance Workouts: The Joy Is in the Movement

Whether it’s Zumba, hip-hop, or freestyle dance in your living room, dance is one of the most joyful ways to get moving.

Why we think it’s fun:

• You don’t have to be a pro, just move to the beat.
• Great cardio without feeling like cardio.
• Dancing with friends boosts mood and connection.

Try it: Join a local class, stream a dance workout video, or throw on your favorite playlist and make your own dance floor at home. Invite your bestie and turn it into your weekly tradition.

2. Barre Class With a Twist

Barre blends ballet-inspired movement with yoga, Pilates, and strength training. But don’t let the graceful poses fool you; it delivers a serious burn.

Why we think it’s fun:

• Low-impact but high intensity.
• Targets small muscles you didn’t know you had.
• The music and flow make it feel rhythmic and engaging.

With a friend: Take a class together, challenge each other to hold each pose a little longer, and high-five when your legs start shaking. That’s progress!

3. Shared Yoga Flow for Mind and Body

Yoga isn’t just good for your flexibility; it’s a powerful tool for mental clarity, body awareness, and emotional balance.

Why we think it’s fun:

• Calms the mind while strengthening the body.
• Practicing in a group enhances energy and focus.
• Modifiable for every level and life stage.

Idea: Try partner poses with a friend or join a women-only yoga class for a more supportive experience. Afterward, grab coffee and share what the practice brought up for you. It’s fitness meets therapy.

4. Walking Meetups: Heart and Connection

Walking is so underrated. It’s one of the simplest ways to improve health, and when paired with good conversation, it feels more like catching up than working out.

Why we think it’s fun:

• Easy on joints and perfect for all fitness levels.
• Great for mental health, digestion, and circulation.
• Encourages consistency through habit and companionship.

Make it social: Start a weekly “walk and talk” with a friend or a group. Choose different trails, parks, or neighborhoods to keep it fresh.

5. Hiking Adventures

Take walking to the next level by adding nature, elevation, and exploration. Especially now that the weather’s finally warming up here in Troy, Michigan. Hiking turns your workout into an adventure.

Why we think it’s fun:

• Natural scenery makes time fly.
• Works your legs, core, and cardio.
• Bonding moments with your hiking partner are priceless.

Peak tip: At Peak Women, we’ve seen how outdoor movement reconnects you to yourself. Plus, snapping summit selfies with your crew makes it even more memorable.

6. Partner HIIT Sessions

HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) doesn’t have to be scary. When done with a friend, it becomes fast-paced, motivating, and even playful.

Why we think it’s fun:

• Short bursts mean you’re never bored.
• You push harder when someone’s cheering you on.
• You get stronger together.

Try this: Use a timer to alternate 30 seconds of effort and 30 seconds of rest. Take turns leading the move, think jumping jacks, squats, push-ups, and mountain climbers.

7. Trampoline Workouts

Yes, adult trampoline workouts are a thing, and they’re way more effective than you think.

Why we think it’s fun:

• Feels like play, but works your entire body.
• Boosts lymphatic health and improves coordination.
• Very low impact on joints.

With a buddy: Take a trampoline class or set up rebounders at home and mirror each other’s routines. The laughter alone is worth it.

8. Strength Circuits With a Friend

Lifting weights might sound intimidating, but when you share the workout with a friend, it becomes a game of strength and support.

Why we think it’s fun:

• Builds lean muscle and boosts metabolism.
• Fosters confidence and empowerment.
• Encourages teamwork and accountability.

Tag-team style: One lifts while the other rests or counts reps. Trade off every set and celebrate your wins, big and small.

9. Animal Flow

Inspired by animal movements, this ground-based workout is unconventional, creative, and a total body challenge.

Why we think it’s fun:

• You’ll feel strong and agile (and probably laugh a lot).
• Combines strength, flexibility, and coordination.
• No equipment is needed; there is just space to move.

Try it in pairs: Mirror each other’s crab walks, bear crawls, and scorpion kicks. It’s surprisingly fun and challenging, and a great icebreaker if you’re new workout buddies.

10. Partner Stretch Sessions

Stretching might not seem exciting, but with a partner, it becomes a bonding activity that improves flexibility and trust.

Why we think it’s fun:

• Relaxes muscles and reduces soreness.
• Encourages gentle touch and shared focus.
• Often leads to deeper conversations.

Make it meaningful: End a tough workout with a partner stretch session and check in emotionally while your bodies recover.

11. Agility Ladder Games

Add speed and play into your routine with agility ladder drills. It’s like recess for grown-ups.

Why we think it’s fun:

• Engages mind and muscles.
• Improves coordination and reaction time.
• Works great in small spaces.

With friends: Time each other, turn it into a relay, or choreograph your own agility dance. Think footwork + laughter.

12. Playouts at the Park

Playgrounds aren’t just for kids. Climb, swing, jump, balance, and crawl; your body will thank you.

Why we think it’s fun:

• Challenges coordination and builds functional strength.
• Reminds you to play, not just train.
• Every session feels different.

Group challenge: Set up a fun obstacle course or time each other as you conquer the monkey bars, balance beams, or park benches.

13. Friendly Fitness Challenges

Turn fitness into a game. A 7-day or 30-day challenge with a friend adds motivation, lighthearted competition, and structure.

Why we think it’s fun:

• Daily movement becomes a habit.
• Progress is trackable and shareable.
• Builds momentum and trust.

Challenge ideas:

• 100 squats a day for 7 days.
• “Plank and vent” challenge (chat while holding planks).
• “Try something new,” fitness bingo.

14. Group Classes That Celebrate You

Whether it’s circuit training, functional fitness, or a Peak Women training session, there’s nothing more motivating than moving with a room full of women who are cheering each other on.

Why we think it’s fun:

• You’re surrounded by people who get it.
• You feed off the collective energy.
• Every session is a reminder: you’re not alone.

At Peak Women: Our workouts are built by women, for women. We offer a judgment-free, come-as-you-are experience that meets you at your current level and supports where you want to go.

Why Fun Matters in Fitness

If it’s not fun, you’re less likely to stick with it. When you bring joy, laughter, and connection into your workouts, everything changes.

Here’s what happens when you prioritize fun workouts:

• Consistency improves. You’ll want to keep showing up.
• Your body responds better. Stress goes down, energy goes up.
• Your community grows. Whether it’s one friend or a group, fitness becomes something you share.

At Peak Women, we don’t just believe in movement, we believe in movement with meaning.

Join the Peak Women Sisterhood For More Fun Workouts

At Peak Women, we believe that fitness is a form of self-care, not self-punishment. You don’t need to fit into someone else’s mold. You don’t need to bounce back. You don’t need to go it alone.

Here, you’ll find a community of women who lift each other up, physically and emotionally. From Shared Personal Training to individual sessions and movement that meets you where you are, we’re here to help you reclaim your strength, your confidence, and your joy.

Let’s move together. Let’s laugh together. Let’s grow strong together.

Join Peak Women today, because wellness should feel like coming home.