Family Fun & Fitness (The High Line, NYC)

     As a family, we like to incorporate exploring new places and getting physical activity in at the same time.  This weekend we checked out the High Line in New York City.

High Line is a rail trail park located above Manhattan spanning from 30th Street to Gansevoort Street.  It's approximately 1.4 miles long, so be sure to start at one end, walk the whole trail and trek back.  (No bikes, scooters, skateboards or blades allowed.)  The trail is quite cultural and scenic.  Its great for people watching and taking in art work and amazing architecture.  You can also grab a bite to eat or listen to some live music.

You can even get your feet wet in the water feature at the sun deck or...

chill out on a lounge with Darth Vader.  Oh No!!!  Sorry!  He belongs to me!  ;-)

I would recommend going first thing in the morning or early evening and be sure to bring a bottle of water.  It can get pretty hot up there!

Take your fitness beyond the gym and stimulate your mind and your heart with some good family time.  There are tons of other places you can check out but High Line is definitely high on my list for family fun and fitness.