Training season is upon us! After most major races took a year-long hiatus, big events like the Peachtree Road Race are back and gearing up for crowds with safety plans in place.
Whether you live at, work at or visit Atlantic Station, there are several ways to meet your training goals on-site. After all, a great race performance hinges on a great training plan!
Wellness Wednesdays with atl kula
Every Wednesday now through the fall, atl kula will lead free wellness classes on Atlantic Green. Social distancing is enforced during these hour-long classes. Atl kula instructors have been known to weave elements of tai chi, Pilates and yoga into Wellness Wednesday workouts.
How to meet your training goals:
Yoga, Pilates and tai chi are fantastic for flexibility, strength and muscle recovery. Because classes are free, all you need to do is reserve your space and show up! Plus, participating in Wellness Wednesdays builds a sense of community, bolstering your mental health.
LA Fitness
LA Fitness is a full-service gym that’s here to help you reach your fitness goals at an affordable price. The gym offers group fitness classes ranging from power circuits to kickboxing to Zumba. It also boasts an expansive cardio room, weights room, basketball court and even a full-length pool to swim laps!
The gym opens as early as 5am and remains open until well after work hours, which means there’s no excuse to skip leg day when you’re a member of LA Fitness.
How to meet your training goals:
Sit down with one of the gym’s personal trainers to develop a specialized plan for your race goals. Or find your favorite group fitness class and stick with it for several weeks. Commit to consistency, and you can expect to see major results!
Outdoor running
Did you know Atlantic Station spans 138 acres in the heart of Atlanta? That means there are endless walking and running paths to explore around the campus.
How to meet your training goals:
To complete a long loop, start your route at IKEA. Take 16th Street all the way east to Market Street NW, then turn left at the light and enjoy a jog through the center of Atlantic Station. Cut across 19th Street, then run past Target and back to IKEA on 18th Street.
This route is 1.6 miles. If training for a 10K like the Peachtree, complete the loop two or three times.
If you’re looking for a shorter route, stick to Atlantic Station’s shopping district. Start at Chase Bank, then make your way around the perimeter of the district. Loop in past Atlantic Green on E. District Avenue all the way down to 17th, then back up on District Avenue NW. Complete the run by returning to Chase.
This jog clocks in at 0.85 miles, perfect for fitness beginners.
Cycling
Atlanta boasts several prominent cycling groups like Critical Mass that lead group rides around the city. Atlantic Station is a popular starting point for group rides thanks to our expansive parking garage and two hours of free parking.
We welcome cyclists on-site and have several bike racks scattered throughout the district. Atlantic Station also recently installed a Relay docking station, conveniently located at District Avenue NW and 17th Street, providing visitors and tenants an affordable option to explore the area by bike. Just keep in mind that bikes are not allowed on sidewalks or in parking decks to ensure the safety of pedestrians.
How to meet your training goals:
Hop on a Relay bicycle and take a leisurely tour of Atlantic Station and the surrounding neighborhoods. Cycling is a great way to burn calories while having fun! An added bonus is that cycling is low impact, meaning the activity puts less pressure on your joints than other options like running. It’s a great choice for fitness-minded folks battling injuries.
If you’re extra motivated, consider cycling to or from work. The roads surrounding Atlantic Station are equipped with bike lanes to keep cyclists safe.
Truist Atlanta Open
If watching sports is more your speed, the Truist Atlanta Open will return to Atlantic Station July 24 – August 1 in the Pinnacle Lot. This tennis tournament kicks off the U.S. tournament series leading up to the U.S. Open. Several spectator ticket options are available, including weeklong access, single session access and VIP. Purchase tickets here and enjoy watching players at the top of their game duke it out for the Atlanta Open title!