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Farm to Juice: Drink to Your Health in San Antonio

September 22, 2016 by

Regular visitors appreciate Farm to Juice’s menu of fresh vegetable and fruit juices designed to support good health. Lisa Baughn, co-founder of Farm to Juice, draws on her training as a nurse and nutritionist to create healthy recipes for juices, yogurts, milks, energy shots, and snacks. Buy juices one at a time or sign up for a three- or five-day juice fast. You can choose from the menu or have your own custom juice recipes made to order. If you’re ordering from the menu, regulars like the Skinny Minny, the Butterfly Kiss, the Krazy Kale, the Beet the Blues, and the Refresh.

Farm to Juice uses a cold-press juicer to retain as many of the nutrients as possible in their juices. Juices are made with fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables. There are no additives, added sugar, or pulp in Farm to Juice’s products.

Farm to Juice is open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays.

Farm to Juice
18730 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 332-5853
www.farmtojuice.net
www.yelp.com/biz/farm-to-juice-san-antonio

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The District: Challenge Yourself

September 15, 2016 by

The District in San Antonio teaches climbing, yoga, aerial silks, acrobatics, and other unique fitness disciplines such as circus arts. Learn the basics of rock climbing and route setting, or buff up with a Crossfit class. The District is home to the area’s most affordable rock climbing gym that’s open to the public, locals say, but it also offers access to other fitness equipment not found in most gyms, such as a run rocket and a slack line. Locals say the instructors and members here are friendly, warm-hearted, and encouraging, which gives The District a real community feel.

The rock-climbing wall at The District is open 24 hours a day, much to the delight of local climbing enthusiasts. Regulars love the way The District caters to function and eschews commercialism. The District holds classes Mondays through Saturdays, beginning as early as 5:30 a.m. and as late as 8 p.m.

The District
2424 Broadway Street
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 845-9855
www.thedistrictsa.com
www.yelp.com/biz/the-district-san-antonio

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Stone Oak Park: Take Your Morning Jog Outdoors

September 9, 2016 by

Bring your usual workout routine outside and into nature at Stone Oak Park. This fitness-friendly outdoor park hosts 2.7 miles of well-maintained trails perfect for walking, jogging, or even mountain biking. Multiple exercise stations offer designated areas for strength training or calisthenics in between your run, and for the kids, there are safe play areas with jungle gyms and other fun play equipment.

If you’re looking for a more relaxing day in the park, Stone Oak Park offers covered pavilions and two picnic units where you can pack a picnic lunch and enjoy a meal al fresco with friends or family. For your convenience, there is also ample off-street parking and public restrooms throughout the park.

Stone Oak Park is open daily from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Stone Oak Park
20395 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
www.sanantonio.gov/parksandrec/directory_stone_oak.aspx

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Smart Barre: Tone and Strengthen Your Muscles

September 1, 2016 by

Local fitness fanssay Smart Barre’s ballet-inspired classes are a great way to firm and tone the muscles of the upper body, hips, thighs, and abdomen. The classes here are geared toward the specific needs of women, so Smart Barre is open to women only, though couples' classes are occasionally offered for those who would like to bring their male partners. The exercises focus on working key muscle groups with a combination of strength and resistance training. Though Smart Barre classes incorporate small hand weights, no heavy lifting is required.

Regulars at Smart Barre say this is a strenuous class that will really make you break a sweat, but it’s worth the effort. Most attendees say they begin to see noticeable results after about 10 classes. Class sizes are limited, so reserve your place in advance.

Smart Barre is open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.

Smart Barre
6426 N. New Braunfels
San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 822-0584
www.smartbarrebody.com
www.yelp.com/biz/smart-barre-san-antonio

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Guadalupe River State Park: Hang Out While Hiking and Horseback Riding

August 25, 2016 by

For just $7 full-day admission, the Guadalupe River State Park — arguably the most beautiful outdoor area in all of northern San Antonio — is an affordable way to spend the day outdoors. This riverfront park is ideal for swimming, camping, hiking, and bird watching, but the Guadalupe River State Park is attraction is beloved by all types of outdoorsy locals due to its scenery and its wide variety of outdoor activities.

On warm days, visitors can cool off by tubing, swimming, or canoeing on the Guadalupe River, while avid fishers can cast off from the river’s banks. There are also 5.3 miles of equestrian trails perfect for horseback riders or adventurous mountain bikers.

Picnic tables and barbecue stations are scattered throughout the 4-mile expanse of trails, and there are different camping areas for both RVs and tents.

Guadalupe River State Park
3350 Park Road 31
Spring Branch, TX 78070
(830) 438-2656

www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/guadalupe-river
www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g56702-d109498-Reviews-Guadalupe_River_State_Park-Spring_Branch_Texas.html

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iRun Texas: Start Off on the Right Foot

August 11, 2016 by

You don’t need to be a runner to benefit from the expertise of iRun Texas’s knowledgeable staff. Formerly known as Run On, iRun Texas in San Antonio deals in running shoes and other running gear.

Regular customers appreciate iRun’s commitment to helping customers find the right shoes for them, whether they’re for running or walking. Staff members will watch you walk in order to identify any foot or gait issues that could influence your footwear needs, and they'll then identify your correct size. Some customers have even been surprised to learn that they’ve been wearing the wrong size shoe for years! Even if iRun Texas doesn’t carry the running gear you need, they’ll help point you in the right direction, fans say. iRun also hosts weekly social runs, training classes, and other community events.

iRun Texas is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays, and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.

iRun Texas
20079 Stone Oak Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 494-7869
www.iruntexas.net
www.yelp.com/biz/irun-texas-san-antonio

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Yoga Shala: Find Your Center in San Antonio

August 4, 2016 by

If you’re interested in learning more about the philosophy behind yoga, deepening your breath work, or enhancing your mental focus, San Antonio’s Yoga Shala may be the place for you. Yoga Shala has a reputation for being a great studio for serious students due to its dedicated instructors and the difficulty of its classes. Regulars confirm that the instructors at Yoga Shala are disciplined in their approach to yoga.

Yoga Shala offers classes for practitioners on all levels, from beginner to advanced. Classes move quickly at Yoga Shala, so it may be difficult to keep up, especially if you’re new to the practice of yoga. Yelp reviewers say that if you’re new to yoga, you should definitely start with a beginner’s class here, and expect to feel some muscle soreness the next day!

Yoga Shala holds classes seven days a week, from as early as 6 a.m. to as late as 7 p.m. Check their online class schedule to find one that fits your needs and schedule.

Yoga Shala
18585 Sigma Road
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 496-9900
www.yogashalasa.com
www.yelp.com/biz/yoga-shala-san-antonio

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Rio San Antonio Cruises: See the City from a New Point of View

July 14, 2016 by

The San Antonio Riverwalk serves as the focal point of downtown. On a sunny day, there's no better spot to be than strolling along its path. But even if you've visited the riverwalk a dozen times, you can see the city with fresh eyes thanks to Rio San Antonio Cruises. The boat tours actually get sightseers out on the water to explore the city from a new point of view.

Boat tours embark from various points along the riverwalk, so hop on anywhere and purchase a ticket. Your tour guide will give you insight about the various landmarks you pass by, doling out fun, informative facts to the crowd. If you're just looking for an exciting way to get around. climb aboard the Rio Taxi. It'll take you right up to the sidewalk where your favorite restaurant or museum resides. You can even charter a cruise for a big group (20 to 40 guests) and enjoy dinner, cocktails, or a private tour of the city.

Rio San Antonio Cruises
315 E. Commerce Street
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 244-5700
riosanantonio.com
www.yelp.com/biz/rio-san-antonio-cruises-san-antonio

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Have You Ever Played ‘Futsal’ at Red Horse Park?

July 7, 2016 by

If you're seeking a spot to walk and take in the fresh air and scenery, Red Horse Park is the place to go. Red Horse Park offers its younger visitors a choice between two playgrounds. There is also a shaded walking trail and a shaded picnic area. The park also has a softball field with dugouts and bleachers, a place to play basketball, and two tennis courts.

If that is not enough, there is also a pavilion that can be rented for parties and other events. In addition, you can either watch or join one of the many different sports organizations that use the park’s facilities for practices and games. This includes Futsal, which is a modified version of soccer played on a smaller field with fewer players!

Red Horse Park
100-198 Red Horse Park
Universal City, TX 78148
(210) 658-5364
www.universalcitytexas.com/index.aspx?nid=563
www.facebook.com/pages/Red-Horse-Park/166427586703646

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Pedal Around Town With Help From Action Bikes

June 9, 2016 by

Whether you're an avid cyclist or just taking off the training wheels, Action Bikes is the place to go for all of your bicycling needs. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, not only about their merchandise, but about the best places to cycle in the area.

Action Bikes will sell you a new bicycle or service your current wheels. There are fully trained and certified bicycle mechanics on staff. In addition, they will also sell you the parts for most road, BMX, mountain, and racing bikes if you prefer to fix it yourself.

This business is known to give back to the community through many different group and charity rides that take place throughout the year, including the Super Bowl Sunday ride and the Magical Museum Mystery tour, as well as both the Tour for Children and the 9/11 Memorial Tour.

Action Bikes
1645 Pat Booker Road
Universal City, TX 78148
(210) 657-0155
www.actionbikes.bike/home.html
www.facebook.com/ActionBikes

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