My favorite running paths, healthy spots, and workout spaces in Sherman Oaks (Hidden Gems)
I’ve been spending a ton of time analyzing the fitness landscape here in the valley, and I wanted to put together a quick, no-bs list of the best spots to stay active and eat well around Sherman Oaks. No corporate plugs, just solid local spots.
Best Outdoor Steps/Incline: Deervale trail. Fryman canyon. The little league park walking path and bleachers for stairs. Great for morning fasted cardio without the gym boredom.
Best Pre/Post-Workout Fuel: Marmalade Cafe heart healthy breakfast (comes with whole grain pancakes), Ggiatta chicken ceaser salad wrap, qwench juice bar, uba tuba bowl with peanut butter, chia seed pudding, and honey.
Best Hidden Gym Setup: If you are tired of commercial gyms where you have to wait 20 minutes for a squat rack, come check out our neighborhood space, Fithouse 818. We built it specifically to fix that big box gym frustration, focused strictly on personal training and open gym without the crowd.
What are your favorite hidden spots around the neighborhood to stay on track?