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Here’s what’s happening in DC.
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We hear over 500 people signed up for a goat yoga class in Navy Yard last week, only to get an email saying it was canceled. It would have been a world-record-breaking event, but the heat just became too much for the little goats. To avoid future FOMO, you can bend and flow with the kids during the rescheduled event on September 7. And, in the meantime, we’ve got the lowdown on what’s going on in the DC health and fitness scene this week.
— Marie, Fitt DC Local Contributor
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💻 WORK(OUT)
For all the remote workers out there who get antsy sitting at a coffee shop all day, there’s a new local co-working concept to get excited about. WorkStrive is the WeWork for workout enthusiasts, where a network of fitness studios share their lounge, workspace, and a class all for $36/day. If you love boutique classes, you know this day pass is a bargain. Plus, it’s easy to get social and make new friends with this setup, too — just ask what class everyone is planning to take!
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🎾 GAME, SET, MATCH
José Andrés is at it again with a game-winning partnership. You’ll soon be able to find his veggie-heavy restaurant Beefsteak at Rock Creek Park’s tennis center, thanks to a concession stand shake-up happening just in time for the Citi Open that’s coming to DC July 27-August 4. And if one restaurant from the celebrity chef isn’t enough, you’ll be happy to know at least two more are joining: fresh-faced Mexican spot Butterfly and Spanish sandwich stop Pepe.
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🍌 SPREADING THE VEGAN EATS
HipCityVeg is opening its second location in Dupont Circle on July 24, and the entirely plant-based restaurant is having a party to celebrate! Stop by between 11am-1pm (the first 100 people in line get a free lunch), and fill up on free sweet potato fries that will be on deck all day. We highly suggest going for the Dupont-only eats, like the new Golden Nugget Combo and rounding things out at the DIY Banana Whip Bar — think banana nice cream with tons of delicious toppings. HCV is even offering free pedicab rides to Dupont Circle to ensure you don’t miss out on all the fun!
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✨ DRINK UP + CHILL OUT
Like we need another reason to head to JRINK. Well, the juicery has tapped its sister brand Apothékary to create a line of limited-edition, CBD-infused beverages. Choose from the Lavender, with blue pea flower and lemon extract, if you’re in need of an instant relax, or the Rose, made of cold-pressed lemon and beet, with a touch of honey, if you are looking for a midday pick-me-up.
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🥊 BOXING REMIX
If you’ve tried any of the boxing-inspired workouts taking over the city (we highly suggest Rumble and BASH), you’ll be excited to hear there’s a new studio where you can throw that jab-cross-hook. BoomBox Boxing promises to be where “fight club meets night club”, offering a 50-minute sweat sesh full of cardio boxing, strength training and, like its name suggests, killer playlists. It all starts July 29.
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😋 HURRY, BEFORE THEY MELT
Just in time for the coming week’s expected heatwave, we’re happily welcoming the return of Baked & Wired’s famous gluten-free ice cream sandwich: Fo Reel. We’re talking homemade, salty caramel ice cream with a dulce de leche swirl between two freshly-baked cookies. Not in Georgetown? You can still snag one at their sister shop, A Baked Joint, in Mount Vernon Triangle.
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Bonefrog Washington D.C.
Bonefrog was created by Navy Seals to help athletes discover their true potential and to inspire them to grow and overcome challenges, all while enjoying camaraderie and teamwork. So, muster your wits, dig down deep, and get ready to take on the world’s only Navy Seal obstacle course race. Once you reach the finish line, you'll feel like you can accomplish anything that comes your way. |
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Yoga on the Lawn at the National Building Museum
Head to the National Building Museum this summer to check out LAWN, an immersive installation that includes a vast green space perfect for activities like yoga! Connect with the design of the museum as you tap into your inner yogi during this all-levels Vinyasa class on the LAWN, offered on select Sundays throughout July and August. |
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Georgetown Sunset Fitness in the Park
Celebrate summer with free fitness sessions at Georgetown’s Waterfront Park. Every Wednesday evening through the end of August, enjoy an hour-long workout hosted by a different local DC studio, including CorePower Yoga, Georgetown Yoga, barre3 Georgetown, and more. |
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💪 In Other News
The weather isn’t the only thing heating up this city. There are some fire promos going on at top-ranked fitness and health clubs right now. And we’ve rounded up some of the best, so you can make the most of your summer days. Mint Health Club and Studio just launched their Dog Days of Summer offer — that means your first two months of membership are half off. And while you’re on that saving money spree, stop by The Glow Club for a free meditation class and happy hour on July 31. Have you worked out at SweatBox at all this month? If not, run! Attend 20 classes over the course of July and you’ll get hooked up with a private cabana for you and seven friends at Penthouse Pool and Lounge.
We know all these offers will have you running around this weekend, so why not stop and fuel up with Coconut Club’s new brunch menu? It’s full of Hawaiian twists on some of your fave dishes — like the Pork Belly and Pineapple Benny. The vacation vibes are so strong here, don’t be surprised if you forget you have work on Monday.
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ShoutOuts
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| We’re sending a big happy belated birthday over to Erin Fleck, one of the most positive, energetic riders at Election Cycle DC. |
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| Huge congratulations to the DMV’s first-ever lululemon ambassadors! We’re looking at you Rebecca, Ralph, Tom, Alicia, Caroline, and each one of the other 30 fitness buffs joining the squad. |
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| We see you, Emily Watkins! The OG Orangetheory Thomas Circle employee just got promoted to assistant studio manager. |
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| Let’s take a second to recognize the trainers pushing us to be our best, year after year. Like OTF Ballston coaches Timbo Williams, celebrating his four-year anniversary, and Yardley, who just celebrated two years! |
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