Accomplish Your New Year’s Resolutions!

By Abigail Harrison, DHI Communications Coordinator

Did you make a New Year’s resolution this year? Do you need help sticking to it? Downtown Huntsville has some great spots to visit if you’re trying to work on resolutions related to fitness, reading, self-care, and more! Keep reading to find a good fit for you and your goals.

Want to Work on Fitness?
If you want to work on health and fitness this year, try out one of the gyms in downtown!

F45 Training: Whether you're new to fitness, a seasoned athlete, or just finding yourself in a new season of life - F45 Training is a great gym option. With the help of their expert coaches, the workouts can meet you exactly where you're at in your fitness journey. See for yourself with a 7 days trial for only $7.

Pure Barre: Inspired by yoga, Pilates, and ballet, Pure Barre is an empowering full-body workout that transforms you physically and mentally. Their classes have been carefully designed to feature low-impact, high-intensity movements for any fitness level. With Pure Barre Huntsville, you'll build full-body strength and be inspired by a supportive community. Try your first class for free!

Zoom Cycle: Zoom is Huntsville’s first dedicated indoor cycling studio. Their unique bike room lighting and concert-quality sound system inspire you to push harder than you ever thought possible. Featuring the most talented instructors in North Alabama, Zoom is a cycling sanctuary that is perfect for all fitness levels. New clients can try 3 classes for $25 and browse other options on the Zoom Indoor Cycling mobile app. Zoom is located at 201 Jefferson St. and has a free parking garage attached to the avenue.

Want to Read More?
Reading is a great way to relax, increase knowledge, and exercise your brain. If you want to add some new titles to your reading list, check out these places!

Burnwater Books: Located in Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment, Burnwater Books offer a curated selection of fiction and nonfiction titles with a focused interest in the poetic and philosophical aspects of the human experience.

The Snail on the Wall: The Snail on the Wall is Huntsville’s full-service "bookstore without a store," with the mission of delivering specially selected books that readers will love and creating a community of readers in Huntsville and beyond. They offer books and book recommendations for people of all ages, bring authors to the area for special events, and partner with organizations to encourage literacy, lifelong learning, and a love of reading.

Downtown Huntsville Public Library: First order of business, get yourself a library card! They’re free to Huntsville and Madison County residents. Once you have your card, you can browse thousands of books, ebooks, and audiobooks. You can also participate in events, book clubs, and enjoy many more amenities.

Want to Practice Self-Care?
Proper self-care priorities should always be on your list, but it’s easy to neglect in such a fast-paced, busy world. Take a visit to one of the spas in downtown to help get started on some self-care treatments today!

Zula Modern MedSpa: Zula Modern Medspa is a boutique medical spa that aims to give you a satisfying, reinvigorating experience. Whether you want to improve your skin, contour your body, or revitalize your face, they provide personalized care to help you accomplish your beauty goals. Some of their most popular services are nonsurgical body contouring, hair restoration, total rejuvenation, and cosmetic injections.

Pearl Skin Aesthetics: Fall back in love with your skin in 2024! At Pearl Skin Aesthetics, the beauty professionals are highly skilled with a profound passion for skincare. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of skincare techniques, including advanced laser treatments, facial rejuvenation, and personalized skincare regimens.

Want to Start a New Hobby?
Learning a new hobby is an easy way to add some fun to your year!

Cigar Box Guitars: Cigar box guitars only have three or four strings, making them much easier to play than a traditional guitar. Learn how to play with free lessons every Saturday from 12-2 PM at the Cigar Box Guitar Store (Studio 106 at Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment). Stay for a few minutes or the whole time. Loaner guitars available, and there's never an obligation to buy.

One Man’s Vintage: Start collecting vintage clothing and accessories at One Man’s Vintage. Shopping second-hand is also a great way to save money and find unique pieces to show off!

Art Classes at Lowe Mill: Ignite your creativity with an art class at Lowe Mill. The studio artists offer classes and workshops across the spectrum of the imagination, from painting to making whiskey. Enjoy art in a new way by taking a class one-on-one with one of the many artists, be social and bring a friend to a class, or attend one of the instructional workshops.

Want to Cutback on Alcohol?
Whether you are participating in Dry January or just need a short break from drinking, mocktails are the way to go! Many of the restaurants and bars you already know and love, like Stella’s, Phat Sammy’s, and Revivalist, serve a wide variety of mocktails. Huntsville City Lifestyle has a detailed list of options on their website. Click here to learn more.