Filed under Living on November 19th, 2008:
Get Active in Austin
Moving to a new Austin apartment is an adventure in itself, but if you live an active lifestyle and want to continue your quest for fitness, there are plenty of clubs and groups in which to get involved. From the Austin running club to Austin Texas sports, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in this city.
Photo By: Patrick Dentler
Austin Runners Club – If you’re just getting into running, this is a great club to join. To meet new people and start conditioning, the beginner runs held everyday of the week except Friday and Sunday are for you. If you consider yourself an advanced runner, you might be more interested in the longer runs held throughout the week at various locations. An individual club membership is only $25 per year. Not only does this membership include companionship and great workouts, it also includes discounts to local running related businesses.
Austin Cycling Association – Membership to the ACA is only $25 per year for an individual, and you get access to all of their ride maps and a one year subscription to Cycling News. Most of the rides are free; however, if the ride is specified as a fundraiser, a small entry fee is required. Don’t worry about you riding pace. Whether you think you’re too fast or too slow, it’s easy to find people or groups that ride at your speed.
Austin Sports and Social Club – If you’re new to Austin and you really want to meet new people, the Austin SSC may be the place for you. The club is open to anyone 21 years and up and offers team sports in bowling, dodgeball, football, soccer, softball, volleyball and more. There’s no membership fee; you just pay for the sports you sign up to play. All sports are co-ed and are designed for participants to meet new people and socialize as well as enjoy playing the game.
Hiking Trails – For the nature lovers, Austin offers some great hiking trails. Whether you’re a hard core hiker or you just want to go out for a stroll in the park, you’ll find something in the city that suits your needs. Almost all of Austin parks offer some kind of walking trail and most of them are paved. Some well known trials include the Onion Creek Trail Loop and the trail at Mary Moore Searight Park. Most trails are free, but some require a small fee of $5 or so.
Fitness in Austin isn’t impossible. In fact, Austin is one of the fittest cities in Texas, so you’re sure to find something to keep you healthy and active in the city. And, you might meet a new best friend or two along the way.