If you are a woman who likes the idea of a studio cardio workout - without the trail of sweat left by men users - you should check out the new fitness outlet that has just debuted in Central. Curves is a women-only outlet, where getting fit takes priority over watching yourself (or others) work out in front of a mirror. For one thing, there are no mirrors in the studio. The exercise is focused on 30-minute circuit training sessions. The circuit is scientifically designed to meet the needs of a woman's body, targeting body strengthening and cardiovascular needs using hydraulic resistance machines for the upper and lower body muscles.

According to Curves, an American-born brand with franchises around the world, the circuit is helping women shed between 1.5kg and 4kg a month.

The joining fee is HK$1,375 and the monthly fee for unlimited use is HK$488.