With our gorgeous weather, it only makes sense to get out and enjoy the sun while you work on your body. Besides working out in a gym, there are several ways to work on your fitness in the great outdoors (Photo by Leandro Boogalu).
From Key West to Palm Beach, you can find outdoor calisthenics equipment, yoga classes, walking, biking, paddling paths and more.
Here are some options to check out!
Beach Calisthenics
There are several calisthenics parks out there– some right on your favorite beaches. You can get a free workout right on the sand. Typical equipment includes incline benches, high bars, monkey bars and rings. Also, when you are done sweating, you can cool off in the ocean. And – if you are an exhibitionist – you can enjoy the audience of beachgoers watching you stretch, climb and sweat.
These locations below have all the equipment you need for a good workout.
Calisthenics Park on the Beach
700-790 S Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Nelson English Park
300 Catherine Street, Key West, FL 33040
Muscle Beach
Lummus Beach, 873 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Spanish River Park
3939 North Ocean Boulevard, Boca Raton, FL 33431
Outdoor Fitness Park at John Prince Park
4759 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33461
Yoga
Yoga is so good for your mind, body, and soul – imagine how much better it is with the feeling of the sun on your skin – or even with a furry friend. There are many local options for outdoor yoga on the beach, a paddleboard, or with a goat. See these options below (Photo by Marcus Aurelius).
Fort Lauderdale Beach Yoga Fit
870 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
https://beachyogafit.com/weekly-%2F-event-schedule
Yoga on the Beach
Fort Taylor Park, 601 Howard England Way 1118 Watson St, Naval Air Station Key West, FL 33040
https://www.yogaonbeach.com/fort-zachary-classes
Downward Goat
Several locations throughout Florida, including Southwest Ranches, Palm Beach and Jupiter.
Key West Paddleboard
5114 Overseas Highway, Key West, FL 33040
https://lazydog.com/paddleboard/yoga/
For those who really want to test their balance,
Paddleboard Yoga
200 E. 13th Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33404
https://paddleboardingpalmbeach.com/paddle-board-yoga/
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum Twilight Yoga
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum
500 Captain Armours Way, Jupiter, FL 33469
You can do your stretches in a beautiful setting at the museum.
Walking Paths
A nice walk is not only good for your physical health, but also for your mental health. Take in nature and get your heart rate going at these local parks and walking paths (Photo by Clem Onojeghuo)
Tree Tops Park Loop
3900 SW. 100th Ave., Davie, FL 33328
This 1.7-mile trail includes a paved path and boardwalk. It is a great place to look at birds and get those steps in.
T.Y. Park (Topeekeegee Yungnee)
3300 N. Park Road, Hollywood, FL 33021
This 2.3 mile walking path also has a swim lagoon and a picnic area.
Oleta River State Park
3400 N.E. 163rd Street, North Miami Beach, FL 33160
This scenic 3-mile loop is great for walking, biking and paddling.
Grove Trail
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park in Key Largo
102601 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037
This half-mile grove trail is perfect if you prefer a shorter walk out in nature. Its special because in ends in historic fruit groves.
Delray Oaks Nature Area
2021 SW 29th Street, Delray Beach, FL 33445
This 25-acre site has a nature trail with an observation platform and a hiking trail.
Pondhawk Natural Area
1501 NW Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33431
Located behind the Spanish River Library, there are several walking paths to explore and observe nature.
