There are some benefits to riding around DC mapping bike racks. In the past, I had wondered whether there was any outdoor fitness equipment along the National Mall, to do pull-ups. I can do push-ups anywhere, but it’s more difficult to find places to do pull-ups outdoors. I like to run (and ride) along the National Mall. Having such equipment would let me add some strength exercises without setting aside separate sessions for strength training.
Earlier this week, I happened upon this, just across the street from the Air and Space Museum
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It’s an outdoor fitness center, with pull-up bars, sit-up decline benches (although I rarely do sit-ups), and various beams, bars and benches. I probably won’t use most of it, but I do plan to use the pull-up bars in the future (when I actually start running again).