Wow! Close to 70 people turned out for the fourth DowntownDC BID Workout Wednesdays exercise palooza in Franklin Park. A strenuous BLT (Buns, Legs and Thighs) class elicited more than a few audible groans, but the participants kept up with the challenge. Once again, the instructor was on task and the heat subdued. Come join the BID and our partners—Freshii (1005 E Street), Crunch Fitness (555 12th Street) and City Sports (715 7th Street)—for the A** & Abs class on August 7.
Freshii (1005 E Street) once again provided free water and fruit for the hardworking Workout Wednesdays participants. Going forwarding, the Crunch Fitness team will continue to teach a different exercise class each Wednesday through September 25, and City Sports will provide information on athletic attire and equipment.
There were freebies galore. Besides Freshii, the BID giveaways included water bottles and towels. City Sports gave away a cooling towel and 20% off coupons. Crunch offered a free, two-week workout pass to its gym and a free half-hour visit with a personal trainer. Teaism (400 8th Street)—a contributor—offered a $15 coupon.
The weekly exercise meet up takes place from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on 13th Street between I and K streets in Franklin Park. A robust pound class got participants tapping sticks and stretching during the kickoff on July 10. And with summer boot camp, Zumba and BLT checked off the list, we’ll see how everyone fares during the A** & Abs class!
The list of other lasses through August:
August 14 – Jillian Michaels Body Shred
August 21 – Killer X Training
August 28 – Pound!
Remember: register on Facebook to enter to win the weekly prize giveaway, which will be distributed after each class. The grand prize will include a one-year membership to Crunch, tennis shoes from City Sports, as well as a $100 City Sports gift card, an ipod—courtesy the BID—and a Freshii gift certificate. To quality for this prize, you must attend at least three Workout Wednesdays classes.
Follow us on Twitter @downtowndcbid to keep abreast of the latest information, including inclement weather plans. Use the #workoutwednesdays hashtag to participate in the conversation. Also, if you don’t like stretching on the grass bring a mat. We’ll see you there!