Tired of the same treadmill, weights and workout videos? Switch up your routine and turn fitness into an adventure!
Pottawattamie County has plenty of ways to get moving that don't feel like a traditional workout. Hit the trails, grab some wheels, get on the water or try a new sport with these fun ways to stay active year-round.
Snowshoe at Hitchcock Nature Center
Don't let snow stop you from hitting the trails! Snowshoeing at Hitchcock Nature Center is a fun way to explore the Loess Hills during the colder months while getting your heart rate up.
Bundle up, grab some snowshoes and take winter hiking to the next level.
Hike Fairmount Park
Take your workout outside at Fairmount Park. The 105-acre park features hiking trails winding through the hills, plus a scenic overlook and a 10-hole disc golf course.
Walk, Run or Bike the FIRST AVE Trail
Take your pick: walk, run, bike or roll along the 2.5-mile FIRST AVE Trail in Council Bluffs. The paved trail winds through the city alongside murals, green spaces and Cochran Park.
Roll Into Skate Night in Underwood
Grab your skates and head to UMBA Hall in Underwood for Friday night skate nights during the skating season. Roller skating brings plenty of movement, music and fun to your workout routine. Grab your friends, lace up and hit the rink!
Paddle Around Arrowhead Park
When warm weather rolls in, take your workout to the water at Arrowhead Park in Neola. Rent a paddleboard or canoe and spend some time exploring the lake.
Paddling works your core and upper body while giving you a chance to soak up the scenery.
Bike the Taco Ride
Who says a workout can't come with tacos?
The Taco Ride combines a 10-mile bike ride with a taco-filled destination in Mineola. Ride with friends, take in the scenery and pedal your way toward a well-earned meal. Then hop back on your bike for the ride home!
Paddle the West Nishnabotna River
Head to the West Nishnabotna River for a day on the water. Canoeing and kayaking are great ways to work your upper body while taking in the peaceful scenery along the river.
Pick Up a Pickleball Paddle
Pickleball is an easy sport to pick up and a fun way to get moving with friends. Council Bluffs Area Pickleball offers indoor courts, open play, lessons and leagues at the Iowa West Field House.
Make Movement More Fun
Fitness doesn't have to mean spending hours on a treadmill. Try something new, get outside, grab some friends and find an activity that makes you want to keep moving.
Pick your adventure and unleash a more active day in Pottawattamie County!
