Boise will soon have its own version of a “muscle beach” near the banks of the Boise river, thanks to a generous outdoor gym donation. Meridian-based Bodybuilding.com is donating 15 pieces of fitness equipment, including a sit-up bench, leg press and rowing machine, all designed to use individuals' weight to provide resistance.
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Bodybuilding.com will also cover installation and maintenance costs for five years – a gift worth nearly $80,000, according to The Idaho Statesman.
The outdoor gym will be free and open to the public as soon as early June 2013.
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| Installation to begin soon in the open space shown here, near the sand volleyball court in Ann Morrison Park. |
Located near the Royal Blvd. entrance to the park, the gym will add unique fitness opportunities not otherwise available in the area. The public is invited to attend a grand opening at noon on Thursday, June 6th.
If you'd like to take advantage of this new gym but aren't sure how to use the equipment, join a program like
Ride-Along Fitness. Ride-Along Fitness offers stroller-friendly fitness classes on Tuesday evenings in Ann Morrison Park, and Saturday mornings in Veteran's Memorial Park. The outdoor gym will be a wonderful addition to Tuesday evening classes, and best of all, your little ones can come along for the ride!
Register for a free Ride-Along Fitness class by emailing us your name, phone number and the day you'd like to attend.
View our full class schedule on the home page.
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