In my experience in working with many client's, one of the most effective fitness methods for helping one to loose weight and increase energy is to run. Why is this? Running, recruits practically, all the muscles in our bodies. Particularly beneficial is the recruitment of our large muscle groups. Using these muscles allows for greater calories and fat burn leading to a strong, learner, healthier YOU! What is different about this fitness boot camp is that we will use running as a centerpiece  of …

This group is set up for those who like to use personal watercraft for sking, day trips, touring, camping and exploring. This is a very laid back group that enjoys day trips and sometimes overnighters. If you are a personal watercraft owner and like to explore and or just be out on the water this group is for you.

Meet other outdoor enthusiasts by participating on different activities: hiking, biking, camping, rafting, kayaking, yoga, swimming, post your own events! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Curious about the name of this group?: "OutdoorfiendS" = Outdoor + Fiends ~Definition for Outdoor: in the open air. ~Definition (informal) for Fiend: one who is addicted to something, can't get enough. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Come enjoy fun hikes, great camping, and some good volksmarching with very good company! We explore many of our area's loveliest parks and cityscapes. While our footprint is primarily in Alexandria and elsewhere in Northern Virginia, we occasionally venture further afield to enjoy all the great places this area has to offer. We also have some of the finest people you'll ever meet anywhere. Awesome people being awesome!!! All we ask you to do is to show up with a big smile and be yourself. So wha …

Promoting safe, responsible canine hiking in Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia and the District of Columbia! For anyone who enjoys hiking with dogs! The DC metro area is a great place to explore, we'll hike trails in VA, MD, WV & DC. There's something here for every activity and fitness level. Most of our events are day hikes, but we'll have some overnighters thrown in there too for the dog and owner who enjoy camping or backpacking. We'll also have both on leash and off leash hikes to satisfy d …

I decided to start the group because I personally lost 80 pounds and wanted to share with others the joy of transforming your life: Physically, Intellectually, Emotionally and Spiritually. PIES Fitness serves as a refuge from the stresses of the world while helping those that are in need. All fitness levels are welcome. Join us for Cardiovascular classes such as Kickboxing and Boot Camp; Specialty classes such as Zumba, Belly Dancing and Yoga classes such as Hot, Spiritual, DIVA, Morning, Wake-U …

This Meetup is for fellow backpackers and outdoor enthusiasts to meet and greet while engaging in day hikes, backpacking trips and outdoor adventures with other people in your town. Talk about locations, equipment, recipes, etc., and find people to take trips with. Trips will range from beginner to advanced to accommodate all levels of backpackers/hikers/adventurers and to encourage those who wish to grow with the sport. There is always new gear to discuss, dream about and oogle over so come on …

Central Virginia Trailblazers is an outdoor adventure group that plans hiking, backpacking, camping, paddling, and biking events throughout the year ranging from easy to strenuous, local to regional. The aim of the group is to explore the natural beauty of Virginia and beyond and to develop a social network for people with like interests.

Bored with your workouts? Just need a boost in energy? Come rock your workouts with our expert trainer, Charles Eisner at BOOT CAMP at the waterfront! Join us every Sunday at 8am at the Georgetown Waterfront Park (intersection of Water and 33rd St NW). http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3300+k+st+nw+washington+dc&;... Charles is offering this bootcamp for free as a way to create a community of like-minded people who seek to maintain a healthy body and mind. This workout will take outside of your norm …

George Washington University volleyball offers chances to watch, play and learn the game of volleyball. Outside of our regular season matches, we also host open gyms, adult clinics and junior camps at the Smith Center. We welcome volleyball enthusiasts of all skills and ages to join our group!

“Two roads diverged in the forest, and I -- I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” - Robert Frost Take the new road to a place helping you to make a difference in your day. Get Out Today in RVA. Get Out Today RVA (got RVA) was created as an avenue to help you Get Up, Get Out, and Get Active. It doesn’t matter if you are married or single, young or old, fit or out of shape, you are welcomed here. Each one of us Organizers has experienced great adventures, great so …

This group was created for people who have recently relocated to the Northern Virginia Area. I know transitioning can be tough, and my hopes for this group is to create a fun and non-judgmental environment to build long lasting friendships in. If you are new to the area and ready to make some friends please join us. Activities will include but are not limited to hiking, camping, happy hours, movies, pot lucks, BBQ's, karaoke, volunteering, and concerts.

Welcome to the 20s and 30s Outdoors Club! We are an extremely active group of outdoors loving 20s and 30s year olds living in the DC-VA-MD area. We focus on going on real adventures, not watered down hikes like Rock Creek Park...or any other lameness. We like to get out of the city for a day/weekend. Looking for everyone to sacrifice convenience for more memorable experiences. This is not like most meetup groups. We keep the group small (500 people max) and also keep our trip sizes small. It AL …

This is a group for couples looking to meetup and enjoy life. We are looking for this meetup to include weekly events including happy hours, dinners, going out to the movies, game nights, card games, and other events. During the warm weather we will do more outdoors including BBQs and picnics, festivals and events, camping adventures, theme parks, and anything else that seems fun. Although the group is designed for couples, we will also plan events for the girls or guys. If you are looking to me …

This is a group for anyone interested in a church that is geared towards all people of all ages, of all genders, of all whatever. The only requirement is that you have a heart for God. Everyone is welcomed as we explore the Bible and encourage one another. Meetups include: Tuesday 12noon Community Bible Study at Annie's Art Gallery, 5814 Allentown Way, Camp Springs, MD 20748 Sunday Service 1pm at First Baptist Church of Camp Springs, 6936 Allentown Rd, Camp Springs, MD 20748

A month ago, we found our son received a spot at the HABIT summer camp at Columbia University. This camp helps young stroke survivors gain better use of their affected hand, with 90 hours of intensive therapy. While there is no charge for the camp, we need to cover the cost of our living expenses for our three week stay in NYC. We're trying to raise $3800, to help with the cost of subletting an apartment, and travel expenses. We are holding two bus trips to help out. On May 18, we're heading to …

Meet with people who like adventures - getting thrills through adventurous sports like camping, caving, climbing, hiking, kayaking, skiing, skydiving, whitewater rafting, just to name a few. We plan most of our events for fun as well as adventure. We camp on many of our events and trust me you will make some cool friends. We strive on adventure, fun & friendships. So come check us out you won't regret it! Don't forget to join our Facebook page!!

Love to workout with friends and have fun while burning calories, without costly gym memberships or commitment!?!? Then check out our group on Sunday mornings in Chantilly! No commitment to show up every week, but the more you do, the better shape you'll be in! Circuits are total body, some plyometrics, resistance training, cardio and body weight exercises. All instructed by a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, also certified in P90X. What is P90x "remix"?  We take moves from all the various P90x …

We are a hiking club in the Washington, DC area which adds to the pleasure of a sociable hike the discovery of the natural and historical aspects of the wayside along the trails we tread. While benefiting from an invigorating hike, time is taken for hike leaders - as well as fellow hikers - to share their knowledge of the flora, fauna, geology, and history of the area with the group.

Let's explore the outdoors, close by and far away, while speaking Russian. Hiking, backpacking, climbing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, skiing, and more "civilized" trips (stay in a hotel, travel by motorized transport :-)), outdoor photography - let's do it all! To be a member, you need to: live in DMV area; love outdoors; be in good enough shape to actually enjoy outdoor adventures; and be able to converse in, or at least understand, Russian. Owners of tents, sleeping bags, kayaks/canoes, skis …

This is a group intended for bicycle enthusiasts in their 20s and early 30s. We will mostly have weekend rides of varying difficulty, length, and pace. All experience levels are encouraged to join. The majority of activities will be based around road biking, but members will have the opportunity to create their own meetups...so we will hopefully also have other cycling activities (touring, MTB etc). By joining the group 20s and 30s Cyclists, you understand that the organizers are not responsibl …

Perfect class for new moms to get back in shape! The class will blend strength, cardio, and core exercises. Babies under 1 year of age are welcome to attend.

This is a group for single and married men and women interested in becoming consistent savers, investors, generous givers and prudent christian consumers. Most importantly, the men and women in this group have an interest of entering into an even closer alignment with Jesus Christ as they learn to apply His Word when it comes to their finances and wealth management. This group will meet in the Camp Springs/Suitland area of Maryland, in most cases the group will meet on the Praise Zone Campus, …

Meet with African American people who like adventures and coed sports - getting thrills through adventurous sports like camping, hiking, white water rafting, coed flag football, coed kickball, paintballing, coed volleyball etc. All active and outgoing people welcomed!

Welcome to the Alexandria-Fairfax Social Club! We are one big area with plenty to do! This area alone has many festivals, tons of tennis courts, shows and cheap eat restaurants. All are welcome. All events are only in public venues which means NO PRIVATE HOMES and NO CAMPING. All participants are responsible for staying within their own physical limits especially during our tennis matches, hikes and bowling face offs. And, as always, remember to practice good sportsmanship to each other. It is a …

Our goal: ...get out, meet people, and have a blast in the process! Do you like to get outside and enjoy the world? Are you looking for friends that share similar interest? Are you new to the area and want to make some new friends? This meetup is an opportunity to met new people and enjoy outdoor activities, some a few hours, some weekend trips. If its outdoors and fun, we will give it a shot - snowboarding/skiing, hiking, biking, camping, paintball, kayaking, white water rafting, river tubing, …

We are a sociable group of hikers/backpackers, cyclists and general outdoor enthusiasts.  You are a fun-loving, adventurous sort with a penchant for spending time in the wilderness, doing wilderness things.  Okay, so maybe we got a little carried away with the description, but we're really excited you stopped by to read about our group! The group started in 2006 with the idea of bringing together FredVegas-area locals who were interested in spending more time enjoying nature's playground in fel …

Meet other outdoors enthusiasts who are environmentally conscious and spiritually inclined. Of course you don't have to be all three! Our main purpose is to enjoy nature, whether it is hiking, biking, camping, backpacking or bird-watching. We'll also try to do our part to protect the environment by joining clean-ups, trail maintenance, etc., Being with nature is also great for the spirit, but when we are not outdoors we'll do meditation, book-reading, etc., We'll do our own events or join the ac …