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Work It Out Outdoors

June 21, 2022

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.

https://www.downwardgoat.com/

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