The Healthy Guide to the Bay Area
Greg Mundia November 18, 2021
Greg Mundia November 18, 2021
You've heard it before, folks: health is wealth, your body is a temple, so on and so forth. Cliches aside, our bodies do a lot for us so it's about time we give them a proper thank you. From fresh eats to unbeatable workout views, this is your guide to staying healthy in the Bay.
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A 100% plant-based restaurant, we are SHOOK at the number of wonderful choices they have on their menu! Oh, and they have a bomb happy hour special going so make sure to check it out! Live a fab plant-based life like Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, and Ellen Degeneres starting here at Wildseed.
Remember: "Fish are friends, not food". This wood-decked restaurant will have you feeling fancy as you nom down on sushi so good you'll forget it's not freshly caught from the sea.
If you're craving some cute vegan sweets and a nice cup of coffee, this is the spot for you. This woman-owned and operated bakery is the perfect place to treat yourself (and your body) right.
Louisiana Creole-style Southern comfort food - those words alone bring about a vision of good feelings and a happy belly. Souley Vegan delivers all that and more, completely plant-based.
Still hungry? Dig into more of the best vegan eats in the Bay.
Right off the San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park, this protected cove is an open swim oasis located a hop, a skip, and a jump from the highly-touristy Fisherman's Wharf. It does get crowded on weekends, so come early or be prepared to share the waters!
Don't forget that this small town has a quite large beach available for your sunbathing and wading needs. This beach gets crowded in the summer, but it's a solid choice for a quick dip.
As with many things in Bolinas, Bass Lake is secluded and suits are optional. In fact, it's so secluded that you have to hike to get there. It's totally worth the couple mile jaunt, but you really have to want it: ticks and poison oak are common friends of the trail starting at the Palomarin Trailhead, and since it's an unofficial swimming spot, you're taking the plunge (literally) at your own risk.
Like Eden above, this swimming hole is shaded by lovely redwoods trees to make for a lazy afternoon. It's also a great spot to car-camp, take a hike, and best of all, go banana-slug watching. Since it's often sparsely visited, you can soak up that precious alone-time with some local trees.
And we'll all float on, okaaay... at more of the Bay's best swimming holes.
Whether you're looking for a casual stroll or a full-day adventure, the Bay Area has trails for every level. From Lands End to Mount Tam to the redwoods of Muir Woods, get outside and move.
Looking for the purest produce flavors? Local cold-press juice spots help the extracted juices preserve the highest concentration of flavor and nutrients possible. With locations all around San Francisco (and one in Marin), you'll never have to go too far to get your juice fix.
Treat yourself to a fresh juice, smoothie, or smoothie bowl. Support local Black-owned businesses, support your body with fresh goodness, and say #IGotJuiced.
Bring some green into your space. Check out local nurseries for reasonably priced plant babies that will brighten your home and clean your air. More options at reasonably priced plant nurseries.
Forget the fancy boutique yoga studios – have you ever done hatha yoga in a large cathedral? Now you can! Join Grace Cathedral for a unique and grounding experience.
Offering daily online and in-studio yoga classes for Vinyasa, power, and restorative yoga, as well as meditation and Nidra. "With natural light & invigorating ocean breezes, the perfect urban retreat from your busy city life". Om to that.
If you're looking for a good sweat, this is the studio for you. Left Coast is the only Oakland-based yoga studio that specializes in heated power yoga. They're currently offering indoor, outdoor, and online classes with a new student special: $49 for four classes. Sign up for their newsletter for a free class!
If you're looking to do something a little different that gives your flow an extra boost of serotonin, goat yoga is the move. 15 small goats will roam around during yoga class, climbing on your back during cat/cow and cuddling up with you during savasana. Expect the unexpected, but also expect a lot of laughter and levity! Yoga class is followed by 15 minutes of petting zoo fun. Class is designed for all levels, abilities, and ages 5-100.
Roller skating is arguably the most fun way to exercise and stay fit. Lucky for us, San Francisco is home to one of the liveliest roller rinks around: the Church of 8 Wheels. They offer public skate sessions and private skate lessons and skaters of any level are welcome.
Despite being very hilly, SF has plenty of great spots for roller skating. One of the best ones is in the heart of Golden Gate Park. Lace-up and roll over to the 6th Avenue Skate Park for a good-vibes-only skate session every Friday night and Sunday morning, hosted by Rev. David Miles Jr. of the Church of 8 Wheels (also known as the "Godfather of Skate").
What was once a vacant lot is now a space for roller skating, funk music, and community in Oakland. The project was created by Black Cultural Zone and offers skate parties, lessons, and annual memberships. There's also the Akoma Market that hosts roller skating, yoga, food, vendors, and more every first and third Sunday.
Sometimes, you just need solid skates, good people, and funky music to get your mood right. Aloha Roller Rink is a great place to bring the crew for a wholesome day out whether you're a beginner or a pro. You can get skate lessons, rent skates + join a sesh, and even play mini-golf while you're there.
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