Trick yourself into exercising by making it fun! You don’t just have to go to the gym; you could go rock climbing or kayaking, throwing your whole body into the workout. Greenville, SC, offers many opportunities to get moving, like hiking through Table Rock State Park or playing pickleball at Pickle Yard. Get your adrenaline pumping, and try something new, solo or with friends. Check out our list of 20 local places that will have you up and moving! 

1. Go Hiking at a Nearby State Park- Paris Mountain, Jones Gap, Caesar’s Head, and Table Rock are all stunning hiking spots near Greenville, SC. 
2. Visit a Local Park- Visit with the family or run solo at Unity Park, Cleveland Park, Legacy Park or Conestee Park. They all have excellent playgrounds and accessible walking trails. 
3. Go Swimming- Cool off at an indoor pool at the Greenville County Aquatic Complex or The Salvation Army Kroc Center of Greenville. 
4. Try Pickleball- Enjoy a friendly game of pickleball at PKL Park, Pickle Yard, or Baseline GVL.
5. ‍Play Tennis- Experience the literal highs and lows of tennis at Kroc Tennis Center, The Pavilion, or a local tennis court. 

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1. Go Kayaking- Enjoy a full body workout when kayaking at Saluda Lake Landing or Lake Jocassee. 
2. Go Rock Climbing- Scale literal walls at BlocHaven or Climb @ Blue Ridge. 
3. Take a Fitness Class- Challenge yourself with personal training at the Booty Shop, Gym Class, or SPENGA Greenville. 
4. ‍Play Disc Golf- Enjoy a stroll and aim for the disc golf targets at Timmons Park or Greer Disc Golf. ‍
5. Zip Line Above the Trees- Climb and zip along the trees at Flying Rabbit Adventures. 

1. Go Bowling- Bowl a strike at Stone Pin Company or Spare Time Greenville. 
2. Take a Dance Class- Enjoy zumba at Studio Si, or learn new ballroom/swing dance moves at Carolina Ballroom Dance Studio. 
3.  Battle with Paintball- Battle friends at Red Fox Games, navigating 160+acres of woods and battlefield. 
4. Walk or Bike the Swamp Rabbit Trail- Hop on this 28-mile trail, a greenway that connects Traveler’s Rest, Furman, and downtown Greenville. 
5. Explore Falls Park on the Reedy- Check out Greenville’s gorgeous downtown waterfall, lawn, and winding trails. 

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