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Bed-Stuy Fitness Guide
You can feel the pride and passion of the community in the air as people work together to improve themselves, their neighborhoods, and the world. Local business owners are an integral part of the Bed Stuy community, offering various unique and high-quality products and services that cater to the diverse needs of the residents. From fitness boutiques to healthy food options and herbal shops, the local businesses are committed to helping people lead healthier and happier lives.
Parks and Community Pools Cost You Nothing But Sweat
Fitness Equipment | Baseball | Playground + More
This park is one of the first parks established in Brooklyn, and it's still the go-to place for outdoor activities, fitness routines, and community events.
Asphalt Yard | Playground | Basketball + More
This yard has activities for children and adults alike. It includes play equipment, swings, an asphalt yard, a basketball court, and handball courts so everyone can exercise. It's a great addition to the park across the street (Herbert Von King Park).
Olympic Pool | Wading Pool
Kosciuszko Pool is a refreshing pool to beat the summer heat in Bed Stuy. The facility features an Olympic-sized pool and a wading pool, making it perfect for keeping the whole family cool and active.
Strolling Path | Dog Friendly
A great location to soak up the sun, sit in the park and walk your dog, getting a dual workout.
Playground | Sprinklers | Sitting Area + More
Enjoy a casual walk around the loop or go for a swift jog: a playground for kids to move and play and plenty of benches for you to sit and relax.
Basketball | Handball | Playground + More
This park next to LG Houses offers handball courts, basketball, play equipment, swings, a seating area, game tables, and a spray shower. Renovations are expected to be complete by April 2024.
Playground
Elizabeth Stroud, a key figure in revitalizing and maintaining local parks, lends her name to this park. The park is designed with children in mind and offers plenty of space for them to play in the sun while adults can also enjoy creative workouts.
Jackie Robinson Park Playground
Fitness Equipment | Tennis | Basketball + More
This playground pays tribute to the legendary Hall of Famer Jackie Robinson. The park boasts a range of activities, including tennis, basketball, and more, making it an ideal destination for sports enthusiasts of all ages.
Basketball | Seating Area | Playground
Harmony Park features a playground, basketball court, seating areas, and space for a rejuvenating stroll or run. This park was built to create new green spaces in the neighborhood.
Mini-Track | Playground | Basketball + More
This playground is adjacent to an elementary and JHS and honors Jesse Owens, the former Olympic track athlete. It features a synthetic turf field, seating area, and mini-track field.
Jesse Owens Playground Outdoor Pool
Mini Pool Dimensions: 40' x 20' x 3'
The Jesse Owens Playground Pool is a fun and inviting destination that offers an excellent opportunity to beat the heat and cool off on a hot summer day, especially for children.
Handball | Playground | Basketball
This park is adjacent to a school and fosters a strong sense of community, providing ample space for recreation, including a playground, handball, and basketball court.
Handball | Playground | Basketball
Named after Hattie Carthan, who serviced her community by bringing nature and beauty back to Bed-Stuy. The park, located next to a school, offers a variety of activities to stay fit.
Handball | Playground | Basketball
A school lies adjacent to Charlie Park. It underwent upgrades in 2022, including improved basketball and handball courts and enhanced landscaping.
Tennis | Playground | Basketball
Decatur Playground, operated by Parks and the DOE, has many courts to keep you active, such as a tennis court and a community garden.
Get Movin' at a Gym, Fitness Facility, Studio, or Pool
Cross Train | Nutrition Coach | Personal Training + More
You have options here - train indoors or outdoors. Set your goal, whether it's weight loss and toning or strength and muscle gain; the team at BK Fit will help you get there.
Yoga | Dance | Boxing
A unique wellness experience, offering personalized holistic wellness programs, including classes and private training in various movements and activities.
Battle Ropes | Olympic Barbells | TRX
A boutique strength training gym where you can expect positive energy & healthy vibez. You can even grab a smoothie, bowl, or coffee after your workout.
Boot Camp | Meal Planning | Classes
Tizana offers workout programs tailored to clients' unique goals and abilities. The comprehensive plans utilize equipment, resistance bands, and more, to target all muscle groups.
Cycling | Wellness Education | Yoga
Disrupts traditional wellness experiences for Black women & allies, offering highly coveted spin classes and premium mental and physical wellness experiences.
Beats & Barres | Yoga | Strong + more
A wellness suite with programs designed to develop a framework for long, strong bodies that can handle everyday tasks, high-intensity workouts, or lifting heavy weights.
Strengthen | Align | Balance
The classes combine the Reformer, Tower, and Chair apparatuses for a challenging and creative workout that strengthens and aligns from head to toe.
Personal Training | Small Groups | Meal Planning
Personalized fitness services with expert trainer, Shinekwa; she motivates clients to push beyond their limits. Plus, the outdoor training options add a refreshing twist to a fitness routine.
Rock Climbing | Personal Training
Elevate your fitness at Blink Fitness Bed Stuy with two floors of top-notch equipment, ample cardio options, and free weights, including the beloved squat rack.
Stretch Area | Squat Rack | Cardio
Elevate your fitness level with open space for stretching, free weight training, and functional movement.
Massage | Cardio | Group Classes
Get access to multiple floors of fitness equipment, a cardio zone, and a curated 30-minute circuit for a full-body workout - you'll target every muscle group.
Fitness Classes | Personal Training | Fitness Equipment
The facility is perfect for families and adults, offering a fitness center, indoor/outdoor classes, lap swimming, a sauna, and more.
Group Classes | Indoor | Outdoor
A wellness fitness studio and a supportive community that promotes holistic well-being with indoor and outdoor classes.
Classes | Private Session
A serene studio that promotes mindfulness through breath and movement. Strengthen your body, improve alignment, and deepen your connection to the present moment.
Personal Training | Flexibility | Cardio
A personal training gym with no distractions - the focus is solely on you. They develop a personalized roadmap tailored to your current lifestyle and medical history.
Get Fuel to Move at Smoothie Shops, Restaurants & More
Patties | Smoothies | Salads
BKLYN Blend is known for its healthy and tasty smoothies, shakes, nutritious food, and fresh juices. They are passionate about inspiring and encouraging a wellness-focused lifestyle.
Patties | Smoothies | Bowls
Natural Blend Cafe is cozy and vibrant with seating; it offers a diverse menu, including smoothies, gluten-free, vegan, and authentic Caribbean dishes such as ackee and saltfish.
Lunch | Smoothies | Dinner
Natural Blend offers vegan and wholesome dishes, natural and organic juices, and fresh pastries rooted in Jamaican heritage. They also host health seminars, classes, and kids' activities.
Pure Green Juice & Smoothie - Bedstuy
Superfood Snacks | Smoothies | Bowls
Grab freshly made juice, smoothie, and açaí bowls. Just clean, healthy eating that tastes just as good as it makes you feel.
Breakfast | Bowls | Dinner
Owned by the visionary Latisha Daring, Greedi Vegan's inspiration is from her Southern roots; the menu offers healthy, flavor-rich dishes made with love.
Lunch Specials | Brunch | Salads
Vegan meals are made entirely from scratch and available for brunch, lunch, and dinner. The food is entirely plant-based, does not contain palm oil, and is 99% soy free.
Bowls | Smoothies | Patties
Lovin Life, Salad & Juice Hub offers a cozy atmosphere and a convenient location for quick pick-ups. Enjoy a variety of healthy options, including fresh salads and smoothies.
Baked Goods | Sandwiches | Meal Prep
Ava's Lifeline is more than a vegan bakery. They offer workshops, meal preparation, and consultations to help individuals incorporate vegan cuisine into their lifestyles.
Breakfast | Smoothies | Dinner
SoulKofa provides vegan and GMO-free food options that put a unique twist on classic breakfast dishes. Try the portobello burger or curry chicken meal for lunch and dinner.
Sandwiches | Smoothies| Bowls
This Latino-owned juice bar offers a wide range of options, from refreshing smoothies to wholesome wraps and vegan desserts. Plus, they offer a juice cleanse package.
Bowls | Smoothies | Dinner
O's Natural is committed to fueling your day with the freshest foods and drinks straight to your door, from acai bowls and chia pudding to smoothies and main dishes, like tuna steak.
Re-up on Vitamins and Herbs at Your Local Health Store
Sage Health Food Market
Vitamin | Oils | Organic Food
Sage Health Food Market offers protein powder for your post-workout routine, vitamins to ensure your body has all the minerals it needs, and healthy snacks to fuel the day.
Protein Powder | Probiotics | Multivitamins
Whether your goal is to stay fit, lose weight, build mass, or supplement your daily wellness, GNC's knowledgeable coaches are happy to point the way.
Farmers Markets in Your Neighborhood Provide Easy Access to Nutrition
GrowNYC Bed-Stuy Fresh Food Box
Fruits | Vegetables
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At GrowNYC Fresh Food Box sites, customers pay one week in advance for a pre-assembled box of produce grown primarily by farmers and sourced through GrowNYC Wholesale.
Eat Well and Feel Great with Healthier Grocery Stores
Bulk Orders | Supplements | Organic Food
A sustainable, locally-focused, Black and LGBTQ woman-owned food and wellness store promoting organic products. Offers bulk buying, vitamins, and loose herbs.
Garden Basket Market
Organic Food | Smoothies | Breakfast
Garden Basket Market is an organic grocery store that offers a wide range of products, including fresh produce, meat, dairy products, and packaged goods.
Organic Food | Juice Bar | Bulk Orders
Discover an assortment of fresh produce and a diverse range of nuts. You can also browse the selection of non-toxic cleaning supplies and detergents to support a healthier lifestyle.
Alive Herbals - Natural Foods Store
Global Spices | International Ingredients | Produce
They empower you to make healthier and more diverse meals by providing a wide selection of international products, including spices, herbs, dried foods, nuts, and grains.
Organic Food
Sprouts aim to provide everyone with natural and healthy food options, farm-fresh produce, and affordable products.
Vegan Products | Produce | Deli
Explore over 70,000 organic products, from seasonal produce to beauty and body care.
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