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Four free workout options in Chattanooga

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A running group is one option for a free, local workout. (Photo: Tirachard Kumtanom, Pexels)

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We could start this conversation by telling you that summer is coming soon or with a pep talk about being your best self. It’d be fun to complain about how it seems like we just worked out and now we have to do it again? Like, every day? 🤦‍♀️

But instead, let’s think about saving money. Everyone loves that, right? 🤑

We’ve already given you a breakdown of the area’s gyms, but that’s not for everyone + it costs moolah. So, check out what cool, area workouts there are — for free (or almost free). ⬇️

City Sweat

📅 Once a month on Thursdays
📍Miller Park + Plaza
9-10 a.m.
🏃River City Co. + lululemon make this beginner-friendly workout series possible. The next one is scheduled for April 11.

Running for Brews

📅 Every Wednesday
📍Meet at BrewHaus, 224 Frazier Ave.
7-10 p.m.
🏃 A weekly social running club that meets weekly. Runners + walkers are welcome to this 5K (or less) group run, which is followed up with a beer at BrewHaus. Follow on Facebook + join the group.

Chattanooga Trail Runners

📅 Periodically
📍Various locations
Various times
🏃A group for trail runners who meet + complete 5-10 mile runs on any of 54 nearby trails. Check out this link for upcoming events.

Chattanooga Hiking Meetup

📅 Periodically
📍Various locations
Various times
🏃A hiking + eco-volunteer club that offers hiking, backpacking, camping, paddling + biking events throughout the year. Check out this link for upcoming events.

Other low-cost options

Tennessee Trails Association Soddy-Daisy Chapter

Tennessee Trails Association publishes a monthly hiking events calendar listing spots where participants can meetup + hike together. Membership fees start at $15. Join. 🥾

Chattanooga Triathlon Club

This is a community of novice + seasoned individuals looking to be active, participate in social activities + more. There are monthly meetings + annual due of $25. Join. 🏃

FIT4MOM Chattanooga

The first class is free. 🙌

How do you exercise on the cheap in Chattanooga? Email us at hello@noogatoday.com + let us know.

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