April 4, 2024

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58º | 20% chance of precipitation | Sunrise 6:49 a.m. | Sunset 7:36 p.m.

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Get all your personal training needs met at Moore Than Fitness. | Photo via Moore Than Fitness

Exercising doesn’t look the same for everyone — what’s fun for one person may be a slog for someone else.

Fortunately, Richmond is home to many opportunities for exercise, whether you enjoy lifting weights, dancing to hip hop tunes for a little cardio action, or boxing for a full-body workout. Use this guide as a resource for all-things fitness in the River City.

Pro tip: Not sure which to try first? Try out multiple gyms with a free trial on ClassPass.

Work out with a community

Body Arc, Blackwell
This gym’s states values of inclusivity, community, and empowerment come through in its personal training, group classes, physical therapy sessions, and mural-dappled fitness space.

RVA Iron, East Highland Park + Chester
Beginners to seasoned bodybuilders will feel at home at this 24-hour gym with hand-selected machines, dumbbells up to 200 lbs, and a state-of-the-art posing room.

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Make burpees a lifestyle

RVA Performance Training, The Diamond
Sign up for a free introductory look at this group fitness and personal training gym which also offers at-home workouts and a nutrition guide.

CrossFit Midlo, Chesterfield
This gym is also home to the Southside Barbell Club for those interested in Olympic lifting.

Get one-on-one training

Tequila & Deadlifts, The Fan
With a flexible pricing structure and a belief in functional fitness, this Fan facility will set you up with consistent one-on-one or small group training.

Punch up your fitness routine

Vintage Boxing Gym & Fitness, Scott’s Addition
Find this old-school boxing gym on Arthur Ashe Boulevard. Adult and youth memberships are available as well as private lessons.

20+ more gyms around town

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A. Loud grunting/noises
B. Not wiping down equipment
C. Not re-racking weights
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Events

Thursday, April 4

Seed Bombs | Thursday, April 4 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | RPL Broad Rock Branch, 4820 Old Warwick Rd., Richmond | Free | Get ready for springtime planting by creating clumps of soil and seeds you can use to spread greenery in your own yard or throughout your neighborhood.

Friday, April 5

CultureFest Friday | Friday, April 5 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Children’s Museum of Richmond, 2626 W. Broad St., Richmond | Free | This month’s cultural celebration will explore Lebanon with live performances, culinary delights, and arts and crafts.
The Bad Plus | Friday, April 5 | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry, 2729 W. Broad St., Richmond | $30-$150 | The jazz quartet will play with Nucleus Trio and VCU Jazz Quintet.

Saturday, April 6

Blood Pressure Screening | Saturday, April 6 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | RPL Westover Hills Branch, 1408 Westover Hills Blvd., Richmond | Free | VCU Health, the American Heart Association, Daily Planet, and Capital AHEC have partnered with Richmond Public Library to offer these free screenings.
Brewski Fest | Saturday, April 6 | 1-8 p.m. | Center of the Universe Brewing, 11293 Air Park Rd., Ashland | Cost of purchase | Sip the new Brewski Premium Craft Lager and enjoy live music, eats from Grateful Grill, arcade games, and corn hole.

Sunday, April 7

Spring Artisan Market | Sunday, April 7 | 12-5 p.m. | Hardywood Richmond, 2410 Ownby Ln., Richmond | Free | Celebrate spring and shop from local makers at this third annual market.

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Try This

“Julia Child: A Recipe for Life” Exhibition

An exhibit featuring Julia Child, renowned culinary icon.

Go on a journey through Julia’s life, as she explored the world and discovered her sense of curiosity, including the moment that ignited her love for French cuisine and inspired her career. | Photo by RICtoday

Ever dreamed of being a TV chef? Well, Richmond, now you can — sort of.

The VMHC’s newest exhibit, “Julia Child: A Recipe for Life,” takes you through the life of the legendary Julia Child through archival items, immersive experiences, and even smell-replicas of her favorite dishes. Bon appétit, y’all.

What we tried:

I grew up watching a lot of cooking TV, so I was no stranger to Julia Child’s work, but I knew next to nothing about the woman herself. Did you know that she was a research assistant for the OSS during World War II?

My favorite section of the exhibit, however, was the set replica of “The French Chef” TV show. Now that I know what I look like on TV, I think I’ll stick to writing newsletters.

What not to miss

News Notes

Development

City council approved the Hull Street redevelopment project that will convert three ramshackle properties into 60 apartments and 27 parking spaces. The original buildings were built between the 1920s and 1950s; they’ll be replaced with one five-story building. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)

Coming Soon

Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls, a fast-casual chain based out of Annapolis, MD, is bringing its first Richmond-area location to Midlothian. You can expect a menu featuring lobster rolls, lobster bisque, seafood salads, and more. The restaurant is anticipated to open in July at 14213 Winterview Pkwy. (Richmond BizSense)

Drink

In celebration of National Beer Day on Sunday, April 7, Richmond Region Tourism rolled out a mobile passport to support the Richmond Region Beer Trail. The passport is free to download + can be used to explore breweries around town, collect points, and earn swag.

Family

In celebration of National Poetry Month, The Poe Museum is hosting Poe’s Enchanted Garden, a family-friendly event with poetry and nature-inspired crafts, on Saturday, April 13 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event is free for families with children under 18.

Learn

Join FriendBar at Pizza Bones on Tuesday, April 9 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for Wine Talk, a casual evening with wine guru Michael Smith of Native Selections about the process of natural wine making, with a focus on pinot noir and chardonnay. FriendBar at Pizza Bones will host the event — tickets are $20.

Active

Plan ahead for the Just Keep Moving 2K Senior Walk hosted by RVA Parks and Recreation at the Bon Secours Training Center on Thursday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Adults ages 55+ are welcome to attend + registration is $10 for Richmond residents or $30 for non-residents.

Wellness

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The Buy

A bicycle phone holder that fits on bikes, e-bikes, and exercise bikes. The phone holder mounts right onto handlebars, letting you use navigation apps and keep your phone secure during rides.

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The Wrap

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From the editor

Earlier this week, Richmond Animal Care & Control announced that it is in critical need of dog fosters and adopters due to overcrowding in its facilities. Learn more about how you can help.

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