Great Workout Venues in My Home Town

Living in Austin is great when you’re a runner because there are lots of venues to choose from and lots of active people to share your run.

Austin is a VERY active town so we take our parks and trails seriously. City leaders work hard to preserve our green spaces and since we have a number of notable athletes residing here too, (you may have heard of Lance Armstrong) well, it’s an understatement to say we strive for quality in our outdoor spaces.

These are some of my favorite venues for working out. Please be mindful that there are MANY other wonderful venues around town that offer a rewarding workout experience but these are the most attractive and convenient for me.

Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail – Also known as the Town Lake Hike & Bike Trail, the “trail” as Austinites call it, offers a 10 mile loop …