When:
Monday, Jan 02, 2023 6:00a -
Friday, Mar 31, 2023 5:00p

Where:
Boston
Surrounding areas
Boston, MA

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2023 is almost here and we want to start it off right! We’ve rounded up a few cheap and healthy ways to prioritize your mental and physical health heading into the New Year.


Experiences are listed in chronological order.


Ecstatic Dance: Metamorphosis

When: Sun, January 8 at 10 a.m. 

Where: Kendall Square 

Cost: $15

Info: Welcome 2023 with the most fun workout you can imagine: ecstatically dancing the morning away. Enjoy an opening circle, guided warm up, free dance time to beats by a live DJ, and then a closing circle and community connections. 


Dear Diet Industry, You Exhaust Me!

When: Fri, January 13 at 12 p.m.

Where: Online

Cost: Free

Info: This online workshop delves into why so many women are feeling exhausted, overworked, and generally down and provides strategies to better nourish your body and your spirit.  


Adult Dodgeball 

When: Sat, January 21 at 7 p.m.

Where: Porter Square

Cost: $15

Info: Harken back to your school days by heading to Peabody Elementary School for a nighttime adults-only game of dodgeball. All levels are welcome and the vibe is social and fun. 


Winter Fitness Series by The City of Boston

When: Multiple days weekly through April 9

Where: Around Boston

Cost: Free

Info: Whether you’re looking for some serious cardio or a session of relaxing yoga, The City of Boston’s Winter Fitness Series has you covered. They offer free classes like yoga, zumba, line dancing, HIIT, and many others online and in venues around the city.


Outdoor Ice Skating around Boston

When: Daily through March

Where: Around Boston

Cost: Varies

Info: What better way could there be to get a workout in than by gliding across the ice in one of Boston’s beautiful neighborhoods? Rent a pair of skates and try your hand at the sport in the Boston Common, Fenway, Kendall Square, and other spots. 


November Project: Stair Workout at Harvard Stadium

When: Wednesdays at 5:55 a.m.

Where: Allston 

Cost: Free

Info: Get your heart rate up and your day off to a good start with this stair workout at Harvard Stadium. The November Project is an organization devoted to free fitness in Boston year round. They run three classes a week across the city.


Jamaica Pond Park Run 

When: Saturdays at 9 a.m. 

Where: Jamaica Plain

Cost: Free

Info: Walk, jog, or run around Jamaica Pond in this community building wellness event held every Saturday. Open to all ages the run is meant to feed both your body and spirit. Community members gather at a local coffee shop afterwards for conversation. 


Dragon Boat Workout Series

When: Saturdays at 9 a.m. 

Where: Kendall Square

Cost: $20

Info: Get moving with the pros at this two hour strength and conditioning workout session led by the trainers of Boston’s international level Dragon Boat team. If you’re new to exercise the team will provide motivation, feedback, and technique tips. 


Yoga in the Taproom

When: Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. 

Where: Union Square

Cost: $15

Info: Gather in the aromatic Remnant Brewing taproom for a meditative yoga session to start your weekend off right. All levels are welcome at this slow flow session. 


Yoga in the Sky Lounge

When: Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. 

Where: Fenway

Cost: $15

Info: Stretch out on the 14th floor of the Bower residential building overlooking Fenway Park and Downtown Boston. Enjoy this one hour, all-levels yoga class then gather in the lounge after class to make connections. 


Hike Quincy Quarries Reservation

When: Dawn until dusk daily

Where: Quincy

Cost: Free

Info: America’s granite quarrying industry was born right here in Quincy. Now you can hike and rock climb the rocky cliffs of the quarry and take in the local graffiti art scene that uses this natural landmark as its canvas. 


East Boston Winter Farmer's Market

When: Monthly on the third Thursday

Where: East Boston

Cost: Free

Info: Shop locally grown foods from area farmers and small businesses or just get inspired to lead a healthier lifestyle while you learn about the benefits of organic whole foods. 


Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi

When: Bi-monthly on Saturdays 

Where: Brookline

Cost: Free

Info: Connect mind and body in this holistic Tai Chi class where you’ll focus on movement, breathwork, and mindfulness to enhance energy and happiness. 


Reiki with Jessica 

When: Saturdays at 1 p.m.

Where: Harvard Square

Cost: Free

Info: Try a reiki class to learn about this holistic healing method that uses gentle touch to heal physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional pain and struggle. 


Virtual Sister Circle: a gathering of Black Queens supporting each other

When: Every other Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Online

Cost: $23

Info: At this Sister Circle, hosted by Mindful + Melanated, Black women can share their challenges and wins in a safe space prioritizing growth and mental health. 


Learn To Curl @ SNOWPORT

When: Saturdays at 2 p.m. 

Where: Seaport 

Cost: Free

Info: Enjoy complimentary curing lessons every Saturday this winter at the Seaport’s festive wonderland: Snowport. Newbies shouldn’t fear, lessons take place on an iceless curling rink.


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Photo by @lauramcgreen (The November Project at Harvard Stadium):

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