Summer is closing in and that means one thing, ladies and gents: time to hit the gym - hard.

But, before you go airing out the sweaty gym bag fermenting in the back of your car, perhaps it’s time to reassess your exercise program, because there's more out there than your typical weight training, cardio and yoga options. I’m talking of course about the latest trend available for you to get fit and rebel against your parents at the same time.

While pole fitness is not a necessarily new concept in Egypt, it’s still a baby – automatically making any step it takes or word it speaks a huge deal. Recently joining the very small roster of pole centres in Egypt is Pole Fit, located in Garden City. We got in touch with founder and instructor, Manar El Mokadem, to learn more about wrapping your body around a metal cylinder in the name of fitness and well-being.