Our Favorite Outdoor Workout Spots in the Dayton/Kettering Area

Written By: Kaylie Gragnano

Summer is here, and there's no better time to take your workouts outside. Whether you're craving fresh air, a change of scenery, or a break from the routine, the Dayton and Kettering area is full of beautiful places to move your body while soaking up the sunshine. Here at MVP, we love combining fitness with the great outdoors — and we’re making it easier than ever this season. Keep reading for our favorite ways to stay active outside this summer, including our very own outdoor classes!

Join Us at the Pool for Outdoor Classes

We’re bringing the energy outside this summer with our outdoor Swerk classes at Greenscape and the Country Club pools! These sessions are perfect for boosting your cardio, strength, and stamina in a fun, energizing environment. Whether you’re a regular or a newcomer, these classes are designed to be approachable, challenging, and community-focused. Plus, there’s just something extra motivating about moving under the sun. Make sure you don't miss out! See our summer schedule to book your spot!

Explore Local Trails for Walking, Running, or Bodyweight Circuits

Looking to get moving on your own time? Here are a few scenic spots we love around Dayton and Kettering:

• Cox Arboretum MetroPark – Great for walking meditations, light jogs, or stretching on a bench post-walk

• Iron Horse Trail – A peaceful, shaded trail perfect for long walks or interval runs

• Delco Park – Lots of space for bodyweight workouts, walking loops, or circuit training

• Sugarcreek MetroPark – Ideal for hiking and breaking a sweat on varied terrain

Bring a friend, a set of resistance bands, or even just your own bodyweight — and you’ve got a workout with a view.

Bodyweight Outdoor Circuit (No Equipment Needed)

Short on time? Here’s a quick, do-anywhere circuit you can do at the park, your backyard, or even the driveway:

• 20 bodyweight squats

• 15 push-ups

• 20 walking lunges (10 each leg)

• 30-second plank hold

• 20 mountain climbers

Repeat for 3-4 rounds and you’ve got yourself a full-body summer burn.

Don’t Forget Your Essentials

Outdoor workouts are amazing — but make sure you're prepared:

• Wear sunscreen and breathable clothing

• Stay hydrated (especially on hot, humid days!)

• Bring a towel or mat if you’re doing exercises on the ground

• Avoid peak sun hours (try early morning or late evening)

Prefer A/C? Skip the Heat and Join Us Indoors

If hot weather isn't your thing, no problem. Come enjoy the comfort of air conditioning and the energy of our indoor group fitness classes. Our gym offers a full schedule of motivating sessions led by certified instructors, all in a climate-controlled environment. It’s the perfect way to beat the heat and stay on track with your goals.

Whether you’re sweating it out in a group or hitting the trail solo, summer is a great time to switch things up. Join us for our Riverscape classes, poolside classes or tag us in your outdoor workouts around Dayton and Kettering — we love seeing our community thrive, inside and out!

Ready to move? Check our schedule and make outdoor fitness a part of your summer routine!