Greater Gainesville is a fitness lover’s paradise. With over 220 days of sunshine per year and temperatures rarely dropping below 50 degrees, the region is perfect for those looking to hit the abundant nature trails for a bike ride or lengthy hike, try a hand at paddle boarding at the University of Florida’s Lake Wauburg or test a swing at one of the area’s beautiful golf courses. For those less inclined to sweat outdoors, the area boasts a bevy of fitness options ranging from larger traditional fitness centers to sport-specific personal training facilities to one-on-one yoga studios.
Home to the University of Florida and Santa Fe College, sports fans will delight at the many opportunities to catch the Gators or Saints take on opponents from around the nation in state-of-the-art athletic facilities.