In today’s culture where we spend so much time on our screens and less time outdoors so there’s never been a more crucial time for all of us to move more. The good news is that there’s also never been such a variety of fun ways to stay fit – from checking into a hotel room fitted out with work-out equipment to at-home live streaming group cycling classes to the rise of smog-free wellness destinations – these are some of Karma’s favourite picks for the most exciting fitness trends for 2018.

With Europe shrouded in winter, what better place to immerse in a winter wonderland than deep in the Bavarian Alps – think snow-capped mountain peaks, sledges and hearty Bavarian cuisine…here are six activities you won’t want to miss before spring arrives!

1. Just 15km from Karma Bavaria, high in the Alps, is the pretty ski resort of Spitzingsee – strap on your skis or snowboard and enjoy an exhilarating ride through fresh powder, before partaking of some well-deserved après ski and a cup of mulled wine.

2. Want to take things at a more leisurely pace? The cross-country skiing could be for you! There’s no better way to drink in the stunning alpine landscape than this – and the tracks start right outside the hotel.