• Boston Globe , Friday, April 10, 2009 11:15 AM

In partnership with Cirque du Soleil, Reebok is bringing a new exercise program to gyms called "Jukari Fit to Fly," Jenn Abelson reports. Jukari, which comes from "giocare," the Italian word meaning "to play," is an hour-long workout that includes a mix of cardio, strength training, balancing and core training.

It's all done on a contraption known as the FlySet -- a three-stranded rope with a 360-degree swivel point attached to a steel bar that hangs from the ceiling. It strengthens and lengthens the body and creates the sensation of flying during the workout.

Reebok has launched the classes at gyms in about a dozen big markets around the world. Gyms typically have to invest in the equipment; Reebok provides instructors with training on how to use the FlySets. The division of Adidas also has launched a high-end Cirque du Soleil apparel and footwear collection, including a $135 woven jacket with a signature chevron angel smocking on the cuff and waistband, and a $50 kimono.

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