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Get your sweat on at 30+ gyms around Fort Worth
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Stretching is definitely better with friends. | Photo by @crossfitl3
Exercising doesn’t look the same for everyone — what’s fun and muscle-building for one person may be a slog for someone else.

Fortunately, Fort Worth is home to many opportunities for exercise, whether you enjoy lifting weights, dancing to hip-hop tunes for a little cardio action, or boxing for a full-body workout. Use this guide as a resource for all things fitness in Cowtown.

Pro tip: Not sure which to try first? Try out multiple gyms with a free trial on ClassPass.

For those who believe burpees are a lifestyle

CrossFit L3, 6775 Camp Bowie Blvd.
The experienced coaches will help you get started and find the right program for you. The technique and skill sessions will help you hone your workout and prevent injuries.
Deal: Book a free introductory session.

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SPENGA creates a multi-sensory experience with space dedicated specifically to each element of the workout.

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For those who enjoy working out alongside others

SPENGA, 3100 S. Hulen St.
Each signature workout class combines 20 minutes of spin, 20 minutes of strength training, and 20 minutes of yoga for a multi-sensory experience with aromatherapy and energizing DJ-inspired beats.
Deal: Fill out this form and the SPENGA team will be in touch about scheduling a trial session.

For those who want to punch up their fitness routine

Class UFC Gym, 440 W. 4th St. + 6051 SW Loop 820
Sweat it out with a modern twist on traditional boxing and high-intensity interval training. Burn up to 700 calories in the two-in-one, 50-minute class designed for all fitness levels.
Deal: Come 30 minutes early to your first class for an introduction and tour.

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

For those eager to try to something new

Soul Sweat Hot Yoga, 1217 8th Ave.
Take your energy out on the mat with daily classes in yin and restorative yoga or power vinyasa sessions. Classes range from 45 to 75 minutes and 92º to 103º at the upbeat hot yoga studio.
Deal: Try the New Yogi Special with 30 days of unlimited yoga for $49.
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Asked

What’s your biggest gym pet-peeve?
A. Loud grunting/noises
B. Not wiping down equipment
C. Not re-racking weights
D. Reserving machines with a water bottle
That's so annoying
 
Events
Monday, Jan. 29
  • Best Years Club | Monday, Jan. 29 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Handley Meadowbrook Community Center, 6201 Beaty St., Fort Worth | Free | Spend time with friends while playing table games, eating lunch, or participating in fitness programs suites for adults 60+.
Tuesday, Jan. 30
  • TCU Men’s Basketball | Tuesday, Jan. 30 | 6-8 p.m. | Schollmaier Arena, 3000 Stadium Dr., Fort Worth | $54-$369 | Watch the Horned Frogs tip off against Texas Tech.
Wednesday, Jan. 31
  • Painting | Wednesday, Jan. 31 | 5:30 p.m. | Southwest Community Center, 6300 Welch Ave., Fort Worth | $20 | Take up a new hobby in 2024 with a beginner- and intermediate-level art class.
Thursday, Feb. 1
  • Youth Boxing | Thursday, Feb. 1-Thursday, Feb. 29 | 5-8 p.m. | Riverside Community Center, 3700 E. Belknap St., Fort Worth | $30 | Join Fort Worth Boxing Club for a competitive program that teaches skills, endurance, and technique for athletes ages 5-16.
Friday, Feb. 2
  • Dylan Scott | Friday, Feb. 2 | 10 p.m.-12 a.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth | $26-$40 | The singer-songwriter is taking the stage at the world’s largest honky-tonk.
Saturday, Feb. 3
  • ProRodeo Tournament Championship Finals | Saturday, Feb. 3 | 7:30 p.m. | Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth | $114-$500 | Catch the last night of the 2024 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo and watch the best western athletes vie for the trophy.
Sunday, Feb. 4
  • Cookie Decorating Class | Sunday, Feb. 4 | 12:30-2:30 p.m. | Waterside Fort Worth - Community Room, 3720 Convair Dr., Ste. 416, Fort Worth | $60 | Grab your gal pals and settle in for this beginner-friendly class + decorate cookies with a Galentine’s Day Brunch theme.
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Finance

How to protect your financial success this year (and beyond)
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Higginbotham’s insurance specialists provide personalized year-round support for coverage and claims. | Photo by Higginbotham Insurance
If you made big moves last year — like buying that dream car or vacation home — it’s time to protect your hard-earned assets.

Enter Higginbotham: The state’s largest independent insurance, financial, and HR services firm that’s covered Fort Worthians for 75+ years.

From home and auto to watercraft, farm, and more, Higginbotham offers personal insurance solutions to fit every lifestyle, personal risk factor + budget. This firm is so personal that their local brokers know clients by name.
Protect what matters most to you
News Notes
Open
  • Want to start your morning with a donut and coffee? Head to Batter & Beans, which opened last week in the Westcliff Shopping Center south of TCU. The cafe serves made-to-order mini cake donuts and specialty coffees.
Closing
  • The Post at River East will close on Thursday, Feb. 29. The Race Street music venue announced on Instagram that its lease is ending + it is looking for a new space. The Post will have regular hours through Monday, Feb. 5 and then only open for concerts without food.
Announced
  • Welcome to the world, Darcy. The Fort Worth Zoo welcomed its first-ever rockhopper penguin chick, celebrating a major conservation success. Born December 21 to mom Dot and dad Fredrick, she measures 11 inches + is growing fast in the Penguins exhibit.
Number
  • $53 billion. That was the record-breaking revenue that Fort Worth-based American Airlines reported for 2023. The airline posted its best-ever fourth-quarter and full-year completion factor with the lowest number of cancellations annually since 2013. American ran two million flights last year with an average load factor of 83.5%.
Drink
  • A new pour-your-own wine bar is open in the Foundry District. Salute Wine Bar took over the former location of Thirty Eight & Vine, which closed in April. Stop by for 42 wine selections on tap + shareables.
Coming Soon
  • Speaking of the Foundry District — North Carolina-based Hoppin’ Brands is planning a new taproom next to Blackland Distillery. Guests can scan a wristband at the self-serve tap wall to sample beers or cocktails. The location is expected to open by the end of the year.
Legacy
  • Northwestern ISD alum and US Navy SEAL Nathan Gage Ingram died earlier this month in a mission off the coast of Somalia. The Special Warfare Operator 2nd Class graduated from Byron Nelson High School in 2014. Information about his memorial service will be announced soon. Read memories from his friends and classmates.
Edu
  • Applications for the State Fair of Texas’ Big Tex Scholarship Program close Thursday, Feb. 1. Scholarships are available for high school seniors who participated in the youth livestock contest + seasonal employees, and their dependents who plan to pursue higher education in Texas.
Watch
  • Three new weekday programs are set to launch Monday, Feb. 26 on Merit Street Media, the Fort Worth-based cable TV network by Dr. Phil McGraw. News programs “Morning on Merit Street” and the “News on Merit Street” + talk show “Dr. Phil Primetime” will air at 7 a.m., 6 p.m. and 7 p.m., respectively.
The Word
  • Layaway. This is a retail policy that allows Marksmen customers to put down a deposit on big purchases like hunting gear, fishing poles + more, and pay in installments over the next 90 days. Take advantage of the program.*
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🤠 Hat’s off to local business

Top off your outfit at these 5 cowboy hat stores in Fort Worth
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Rock the rodeo with a hat that is custom-fit to you. | Photo by @maverickwesternwear
Whether it’s a fashion statement, a cultural norm, or just a practical way to keep the sun out of your eyes, cowboy hats are a staple around these parts. It’s time to dust off your tried-and-true hat or set your cap at a new one at these five hat stores around Fort Worth.

Peters Brothers Hats | Downtown
The family-owned business has been pedaling custom hats and fedoras since 1933.

The Best Hat Store | Stockyards
One of the country’s leading specialty hat stores, the business has an inventory of 4,000+ hats.

Mavericks Fine Western Wear | Stockyards
Make an appointment to get a custom style or bring in your favorite hat to have it restored.

Flea Style | Mule Alley
Customize your lid with charms, pins + bands for a look all your own.

Jobes Hats | La Gran Plaza
Get a custom form from this master hatter or pick one from the collection.

Don’t see your favorite local hat store on the list? Let us know.
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Thermal, fleece-lined leggings that look like sheer tights. Pair them with your favorite skirts and dresses to keep your legs toasty this winter.
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