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Heading to a local CrossFit box or yoga class? Picking up your tennis racket or planning a hiking adventure? You can't tackle any active pursuit without the proper athletic footwear. Natural Shoe Store has exactly what you need with premium brands like Nike, New Balance, and Timberland. This West Philadelphia shop on 40th Street has been proudly serving the Penn community since 1978 and is renowned for its personalized service, expert fitting advice, and competitive pricing that keeps University City athletes coming back.

University City is filled with excellent running trails along the Schuylkill River and through campus, but before you hit the pavement, make sure you visit Philadelphia Runner. This specialty running store is nothing short of a paradise for runners, featuring an unrivaled collection of performance shoes, technical apparel, and running accessories designed to help you reach your fitness destinations. Spend just five minutes with one of their professional fit specialists and you'll leave not only with valuable insights into your arch height and running gait, but also a wealth of training tips, nutritional advice, and multiple entry points into a vibrant community of people passionate about running, fitness, and healthy living in Philadelphia.

Ready to elevate your workout wardrobe with some Penn pride? Get excited, because now you can sport that sleek Quaker spirit while breaking a sweat! The Penn Bookstore has revolutionized campus athletic wear with the arrival of exclusive Penn-branded Lululemon gear, perfect for anyone ready to hit the Philadelphia streets and showcase their University spirit. Whether you're jogging through Locust Walk, taking a fitness class at Pottruck, or striking a warrior pose in yoga class, now you can do it all while wearing those iconic Penn Red and Blue colors in premium performance fabrics.

Looking for an ideal location for a scenic walk or a local green oasis to burn some energy? Head to Penn Park situated on the picturesque banks of the Schuylkill River to enjoy Philadelphia's beautiful weather while taking in spectacular views of Center City's skyline. Penn Park spans 24 acres of well-maintained athletic fields and open recreational spaces, where you can toss a frisbee with friends, organize a pickup soccer game, play competitive tennis, or wind your way through an extensive system of walking and jogging paths that connect via pedestrian bridges to various parts of the University campus and surrounding neighborhoods.

If you need to disconnect from city life and reconnect with nature, a visit to the Morris Arboretum could be exactly what your wellness routine needs. You can accumulate thousands of steps while enjoying a peaceful stroll through 92 acres of diverse flora and fauna, including many of Philadelphia's oldest, rarest, and most magnificent trees. In addition to the stunning array of plant life, the Arboretum provides exceptional habitat for a wide variety of bird species year-round, making it a premier destination for birdwatching enthusiasts and nature photographers. You should definitely experience the breathtaking Tree Adventure, which offers visitors a unique bird's eye perspective of the forest canopy on a thrilling 450-foot-long elevated walkway suspended more than 50 feet above the ground level.