Special Edition

Welcome to our first of two special edition, wellness-focused newsletters we’ve put together to kick off 2024.

💪 Here are 3 ways we’re staying active this year

Try a new type of workout with a class at Soul Sweat Hot Yoga. | Photo by @soulsweathotyoga

New year, same you, better habits. Looking to incorporate more movement into your routine this year? There are many benefits of regular exercise, from increased energy levels to a better mood and more.

The best way to stay consistent: finding something you enjoy doing. Identifying an activity that’s genuinely fun for you can shift your mindset from it being something you “have to do” to being something you are excited to do.

Pro tip: The overall goal is movement. It’s not about having a rigorous workout routine — it’s about moving mindfully, being kind to yourself + your body, and having fun.

Here are a few ways to get started:

A woman standing in workout attire. — Let’s get active, MKT — here are our top three ways to move.
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Get outdoors

There’s a host of benefits to spending time outside, getting more grounded, and reigniting our connection with nature. Grab your walking (or running — if you’re feeling up to it) shoes, your bike, maybe even your rollerblades, and head to the Trinity Trails, Eagle Mountain Lake, or one of these hiking spots or local parks to get moving. Temps too low to get outside? Keep reading.

Find your zen

Explore the mind-body connection by taking a yoga class at one of these 14 local studios. Yoga is a great way to work on strength and balance, and it’s not a stretch to say it’s a proven way to relieve stress and stay mentally healthy.

Bring the gym to you

Frigid temperatures keeping you indoors for the next few months? Enter: An online at-home workout platform like Pvolve. At-home workouts are a great way to stay consistent, and Pvolve has a variety of low-impact workouts to help tone, strengthen, and sculpt.

Here’s to finding ways to move that feel good in 2024, Fort Worth. Just remember, we think you’re doing great.

Asked

What’s your favorite way to stay active?

A. Walking or running outdoors
B. Taking group exercise classes
C. Working out at home
D. Other

(How) I like to move it, move it

Active

Kickstart your 2024 wellness goals at the YMCA

a man stands at a dumbbell rack in front of a mirror with a trainer in the background

A membership is your key to kickstarting your New Year’s goals with a supportive community committed to helping you no matter where you’re at in life. | Photo provided by YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth

Whether you want to build lifelong connections or just feel a little better about yourself, the YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth wants to help Fort Worthians with their wellness goals in the New Year — and beyond.

The YMCA difference
The Y isn’t your typical fitness center. It provides a holistic approach to well-being, catering to the whole person — mind, body, and spirit. Read: Joining the Y means you become part of a diverse network where individuals and families unite with a shared goal of personal growth and well-rounded health.

Membership perks
Members have access to top-notch fitness facilities, expert trainers, and various fitness classes tailored to their needs. Other free perks include:

On-site child care
Wellness consultations
Nationwide access to all Y locations
and more

But it doesn’t stop there — the Y provides members with opportunities to engage in outreach and social responsibility programs to make a positive impact in our community.

More than just a place to work out
Recognizing that a healthy lifestyle involves more than just physical fitness, the Y also provides programs to address stress + anxiety and offers activities like:

Art classes
Community potlucks
Nutrition counseling
Pickleball leagues

Want to see if it’s a good fit? Try a Y near you with a free guest pass.

Become a member

News Notes

Drink

Sip on this, Fort Worth. Whether you’re cutting back on alcohol or cutting it out completely for Dry January, Ritual offers zero-proof alternatives (think: tequila, rum, and more) with tasty recipes so you can BYOB (be your own bartender). Check out some of our favorites.*

Active

Looking to get leaner, healthier, and stronger? Let’s hit a local fitness studio like Pop’s Gym or Jody’s Gym + get lifting. Here are some of the benefits of strength training.

Try This

Get your baaaaamaste on with a goat yoga class at Panther Island Brewing on Saturday, Jan. 20 at 10:30 a.m. A ticket includes a 60-minute all-level yoga flow with baby goats and one free beer.

Wellness

After working up a sweat, it’s important to stretch it out. Take a look at these six post-workout stretches to make time for after your next movement session, whatever that may look like.

Active

Step inside your local Y, and you’ll find resources + people who are committed to seeing you succeed. Beyond helping meet your wellness goals, programs are built to bring families together, renew your sense of self, and build a community around you. Let the YMCA be your partner on your wellness journey.*

The Buy

A day of boosted physical health

From sunrise to sunset, here are a few products you can add to your cart for a day of intentional, full-body wellness.

8 a.m. | ☀️ Sip your morning beverage under a sun lamp for benefits including increased serotonin.
10 a.m. | 👟 Enjoy your favorite daily movement with Bala Bangles for added resistance — they’re wearable for wrists or ankles.
12 p.m. | 🥑 Dine on a lunch that’s already prepared and ready to go thanks to your Bentgo stackable lunch box.
2 p.m. | ☕ Focus and energize with Four Sigmatic’s lion’s mane coffee blend, or go for a caffeine-free golden latte mix.
6 p.m. | 🍧 After dinner, use a Ninja CREAMi to make a frozen treat with ingredients you have full control over.
8 p.m. | 🛁 Help sore muscles recover faster with an Epsom salt soak or the TheraGun Mini Massage Gun. Don’t forget to breathe deeply and get to bed on time.

The Wrap

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FTWtoday team

Good afternoon Fort Worth, we are thrilled to have brought you this special edition weekend wellness newsletter. Whether you’re walking the dog, going for a jog, a yoga flow, or any fitness activity, we’re proud of you for taking the initiative and setting time aside for yourself — 2024 is your year.

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