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While model homes have been open since June and sales have been brisk, the developers of The Ridge at Northlake have announced dates for the formal grand opening of the new home community in Northlake for August 21^st – September 7^th.

The Ridge at Northlake’s initial property release includes 267 homesites along with the community’s largest amenity center, a breathtaking 4+ acre amenity complex with a resort-style large circular pool, splash park, fitness centers (including challenging outdoor fitness elements), lush parks, quaint gathering areas, and a massive event lawn. This amenity area will be a top destination for residents, lifestyle gatherings, events, and festivals.

“Considering the current climate but incredible interest we are receiving, we wanted to extend our grand opening celebration,” said Ryan Huey, vice president of land for Taylor Morrison and managing partner for The Ridge. “Our expanded Grand Opening event will allow interested buyers to experience the community in person and virtually by way of highly innovative and fun online tour features, social media engagements, videos and a unique scavenger hunt that will allow them to explore unique aspects of the community, the model homes and amenities either live or via their mobile devices.”

As development progresses in the community, additional amenities will soon be available including an adventure park with unique play structures that young children and teens will find both entertaining and challenging. Plans also include a second amenity campus with an additional pool, outdoor game areas, and lawns for more intimate gatherings. There are also plans for additional neighborhood parks, and extensive community trail system and sidewalks.

Upon completion, The Ridge at Northlake will consist of approximately 1,000 single-family homes. Homes will range in price from the mid $350s to mid $600s on lot sizes of 50’, 60’ and 70’ and are being built by the area’s best builders, including Coventry Homes, Highland Homes, and Taylor Morrison. Models from each builder are open for tours daily.

The Ridge at Northlake is situated in North Texas, conveniently located between Fort Worth and Denton in Denton County, TX. It is part of the Town of Northlake and features Argyle Schools. The community’s entrance is on the south side of Robeson Branch Road just 1.5 miles west of Highway 35W. The Ridge at Northlake is only 30 miles from DFW Airport and 45 minutes from Love Field. Within minutes of the community are multiple high-end retail shopping areas and major employment centers.

For more information on The Ridge at Northlake, please visit: https://ridgenorthlaketx.com/

One of the most important parts of life is exercise, and at The Ridge at Northlake we are committed to redefining what it means to be an active neighborhood. We believe in getting outside and enjoying the moments that mean the most in life with the people you cherish. The vast majority of people do their workouts inside in a gym, but there are countless studies and testimonials that prove outdoor fitness is superior to that done indoors.

Here are 7 benefits of outdoor fitness to consider before your next workout.

Mental and Emotional Wellbeing

The outdoors in of itself is a place that naturally relieves stress and helps us clear our minds. If you add this to the benefits gleaned from regular physical exercise, then you have the perfect opportunity to maximize the advantages. 

In one study, found in the peer-reviewed journal, Environmental Science & Technology, the researchers concluded that “compared with exercising indoors, exercising in natural environments was associated with greater feelings of revitalization and positive engagement, decreases in tension, confusion, anger, and depression, and increased energy.” Many of these feelings and benefits were not recorded for those who exercised indoors. This has to do with a number of factors—a lack of stimuli, scenery, and just plain-old fresh air. The outdoors produces endorphins that give us that revitalized feeling that nothing else does, and it’s all just outside our doors. 

Harvard Medical School reported a study in 2015 that compared people’s brain activity who took walks in urban and natural settings. The individuals who walked outdoors in nature were found to have lower activity in the prefrontal cortex, the area of the brain that is directly connected to rumination and repetitive negative thoughts. These individuals were tested against those that took walks in urban settings.

Outdoor activity increases self esteem more than indoor activities. This doesn’t necessarily mean running or even brisk walking. Simply doing any activity outdoors helps yield these benefits, such as gardening. 

Physical Health 

A  major part of exercise is for your physical health. Regular moderate exercise promotes weight loss, lowers blood pressure, and promotes healthy blood sugar levels. Did you know that working out outdoors is more effective than inside our temperature-controlled and engineered gyms? 

Take running, for example. When you run outdoors, the muscles in your ankles have to flex more than they do on a treadmill. This results in increased effort and makes you stronger in the long run (no pun intended). Running outdoors calls for us to run downhill occasionally, and that motion forces us to use muscles that aren’t activated during flat or incline running alone. The same is seen in bike riding. When a bike rider hits the trails, they experience changes in terrain and wind resistance that aren’t present indoors. 

One study found that people who exercise outdoors tend to work out longer and more frequently than those who do not. 

It’s Free!

All those machines, towels, and strangers to share it all with come at a cost. Not a one-time cost, but a monthly cost that builds up over time. When you exercise outdoors at a park, obstacle course, set of trails, or whatever is available to you, there is no cost—just sweat. So, lose the membership fees, trainer fees, and use the public resources that are already at your fingertips. 

Easy Access

The outdoors are just beyond the walls you live inside of. There’s no long drive, traffic, or anything that can stop you from going out into your yard or walk to the park. The only limitation that stands in your way in the outdoors is the weather. Unless there’s a storm, you can get out there and exercise. 

So Much To Do, So Little Time

With all the space the outdoors has to offer, it can be overwhelming to decide what you will do next. When it comes to outdoor recreation and exercise, the possibilities are endless. You can go the traditional route and simply run, walk, or bike. 

Or, you can do a full-body, pyramid-style workout like this: 

Round 1: 

• 3 sets of pushups where you do half the amount of reps you can do at once. 
• 3 sets of squats where you do half the amount of reps you can do at once. 
• 3 sets of planks where you do half the amount of time that you can do at once. 

Round 2: 

• 3 sets of pushups where you do almost the amount of reps you can do at once without failure. 
• 3 sets of squats where you do almost the amount of reps you can do at once without failure. 
• 3 sets of planks where you do almost the amount of time you can do at once without failure. 

This last round will be the hardest of them all. You can do it!

Round 3: 

• 3 sets of pushups where you do all the reps you need to achieve failure.  
• 3 sets of squats where you do all the reps you need to achieve failure.  
• 3 sets of planks where you do the amount of time you need to achieve failure.  

When you get outside, you aren’t limited by the equipment indoors—your body is a piece of equipment itself. And just like exercising outdoors, calisthenics and bodyweight movements are more natural than those found among exercise machines. 

The Sun

You’ve probably heard one time or another that the sun is one of the best sources of vitamin D. Well, that still holds to be true. Not only does the sun make your body produce the crucial vitamin D that you need to lower your blood pressure, increase immunity, and maybe even protect against cancer but it also decreases cholesterol. When sunlight hits your skin, it synthesizes cholesterol into vitamin D, thus lowering the cholesterol levels in your body. Say goodbye to Cheerios and hello to the sun. 

The sun is linked to decreasing depression, instances of dementia, and prostate cancer. All of these conditions are caused by low levels of vitamin D. So, get out and soak it up. 

Family Time

When you use local parks and trails to get your exercise, one of the many benefits is that you can bring your children and family to enjoy the outdoors with you. One of the most common things that people who don’t go to a gym or have a regular exercise regimen say is that they cannot find proper child care during the time they are working out. This changes when options are either discovered or made available in these individuals’ communities. For example, if there were exercise facilities at a local park adjacent to a children’s play area, parents could work out while their kids play, or even better—the kids could join in on whatever it is their parents are doing. There’s no such thing as too much family time during our tech age, so it’s a great idea to spend time outdoors with one another. 

If you’re looking for ways to fit your exercise routine into your life or simply live the active lifestyle you’ve always wanted,  stop your search at The Ridge at Northlake. The Ridge is a new community in Northlake, Texas, for active families and individuals who want to experience life at the next level. One of the many innovative outdoor amenities and play areas this community will have is an outdoor ninja workout obstacle course. Stay tuned for more details on our amenities! Fill out our form to stay up to date on the latest offerings and new homes. 

The Ridge at Northlake is a new community located in the up and coming town of Northlake, TX. This town, though growing quickly, is known for maintaining a small-town feel while being situated within a 45-minute drive of both Fort Worth and Dallas, Texas. Low tax rates, area conveniences, top-ranking schools, and recreation will all make The Ridge a unique community in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. 

Shopping In Northlake

Sprouts Farmers Market

The Sprouts Farmers Market in Denton is a great place to find healthy and organic food for you and your family within proximity of where The Ridge will be. Shop all of your favorite organic and fair-trade products at Sprouts. 

Denton Community Market

If you love to support local business and want to know where your food comes from, the Denton Community Market is a great place to visit with friends and family. Their website allows you to see exactly what is in season and view a map of vendors. This market takes place only minutes from where The Ridge is planned to be, so you’ll have a great opportunity to explore the Denton Community Market as much as you’d like with ease. 

Tanger Outlets Fort Worth

Tanger Outlets in Fort Worth is a nationally-recognized outlet mall chain featuring luxury and high-quality brands such as Michael Kors, Kate Spade, and GUESS. The open-air layout of this mall puts a spin on the traditional shopping mall that is being seen more and more. Tanger Outlets is a mere ten-minute drive from The Ridge’s location, so there won’t be any excuse not to check it all out. 

Downtown Denton

Explore Downtown Denton with your family and experience the rich history of this booming town. Established in 1866, Denton was founded by various pioneers and settlers following the incorporation of Texas as a part of the Union. Once you see all the historical landmarks, art, and culture, you won’t regret visiting. 

 Denton’s downtown area is flush with unique shops and artisan hotspots, such as Art Glass Ensembles, a stained glass studio and workshop located in the heart of Denton. 

Entertainment

The Texas Motor Speedway

This 1,500-acre attraction features a 1.5-mile race track and hosts hundreds of events every year. Whether you’re into NASCAR or IndyCar Racing, the Texas Motor Speedway has it all. This epic race track in Fort Worth is a mere 12-minute drive from where The Ridge will be. So get out there, and watch some heart-pounding, high-speed races. 

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

The Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Denton is a great place to watch newly-released movies and get served classic eats like wings or some of their delicious alternatives, such as buffalo cauliflower, and maybe a cocktail or two (we won’t tell). Kill two birds with one stone, and get dinner and a movie only ten minutes from your new home at The Ridge. 

Andy B’s Bowl Social

This unique take on a family classic will completely change how you view bowling alleys once and for all. Not only is Andy B’s Social Bowl a bowling alley, but there are also games for the whole family. Say goodbye to cheese fries and cold chicken fingers as bowling alley food. Andy B’s has gourmet burgers, entrees, and cocktails to make bowling a whole new experience for everyone. The Ridge is ten minutes from this high-end bowling alley. 

Outdoor Recreation

DFW Adventure Park 

The DFW Adventure Park is a recreation facility less than 10 minutes from where The Ridge will be located and one mile east of the DFW Airport. This park features paintball, ziplines, obstacle courses, and many more family activities to go around. Whether it’s a birthday party, the weekend, or you just feel like blowing off some steam—this park is a great place to spend quality time team building with everyone. 

Backwoods Paddle Sports

Drive less than thirty minutes toward Downtown Fort Worth from The Ridge, and you can explore the city via water on a paddleboard, in a kayak, or a canoe at Backwoods Paddle Sports. This outfitter and rental center offers classes for beginners who wish to learn how to paddleboard or kayak. 

Considerations

It’s no question that The Ridge at Northlake is in a great location for any family or individual looking to enjoy an active and exciting lifestyle. Whether it’s the proximity to the country’s best entertainment or the world-class shopping, The Ridge at Northlake  will be located in close proximity to an array of conveniences that help you to live life at the next level. If you want to find out more about the location, offerings, or homes at The Ridge, fill out our form to receive updates and additional information.