With two locations in Austin, on South Congress and Burnet, no one has an excuse for missing out on Lucy's Fried Chicken. Try fried gizzards and livers made using a secret buttermilk blend, fried chicken spaghetti, or a blackened catfish sandwich served on Texas toast with pimento and jalapeno jelly. Of course, you can never go wrong ordering a bucket of chicken at Lucy's and sharing it between the table. Regulars also tout Lucy's as one of their favorite spots to grab a plate of oysters, raw or smothered in buffalo sauce, garlic butter, or chili sauce, and wood-fire grilled. Attempt to save room for dessert, or consider taking a slice of their homemade pies home for later.

Lucy's has a relaxed, homey atmosphere and makes a great spot for a large, casual get together or more intimate gatherings. Lucy's is open Mondays through Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Thursdays through Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. 

Lucy's Fried Chicken
2218 College Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 297-2423
http://lucysfriedchicken.com/
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Becoming familiar with your target heart rate can help you to monitor the safety of your workout and track your fitness progress. Target heart rate is different for people of all ages and fitness levels, so the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention created these helpful tips to teach you how to find yours.

• For moderate-intensity physical activity, a person’s target heart rate should be 50 to 70% of his or her maximum heart rate.
• Maximum heart rate can be determined by subtracting the person’s age from the number 220 and labeling the resulting number “beats per minute.”
• For vigorous-intensity physical activity, a person’s heart rate should be from 70 to 85% of his or her maximum heart rate.
• During physical activity, you can monitor your heart rate by taking your own pulse using your index and middle fingers against your neck, wrist or chest.
• Count your heartbeats in a 60-second interval and compare them to the target heart rate for your age during a particular kind of exercise.

Find out more by visiting the CDC's website!

Target Heart Rate and Estimated Maximum Heart Rate [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention]

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Allens Boots is the place for boots in Austin's South Congress shopping district. The knowledgeable and friendly staff will help you maneuver through the rows of beautiful boots to find what you're looking for. Allens carries popular brands like Frye and Tony Lama and also offers a custom made boot service through Lucchese Boot Company. There are boots that fit every budget and every occasion, from weddings to field work.

Besides the massive selection of footwear, there is Western clothing and cowboy hats for sale, too. Ladies will enjoy slipping on a new pair of Miss Me's, and there's a good selection of Wranglers as well. Allens Boots is a great place to take out of state visitors. They'll get a kick out of the cowboy styles and the staff's Southern hospitality.

Allens Boots
1522 South Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 447-1413
http://www.allensboots.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/allens-boots-austin

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