An Underground Guide to AlburquerqueBetty’s Bath and Day Spa
Posted on December 13, 2011
Betty’s is Albuquerque’s answer to 10,000 Waves, with lower-priced options for that Spa Day you and your loved ones deserve. True, their prices aren’t bottom-of-the-barrel, but in the spa world, sometimes you get what you pay for. Betty’s provides excellent quality spa services at rather reasonable prices, considering how nice the place is.
Two Wheel Drive
Posted on August 4, 2011
Is your ride dialed in? Does it hum immaculate? No? Better see Charlie. Since 1982, he’s let customers borrow his tools and pump up for free. He’s one part guru and five parts humanitarian, blazing and maintaining local trails, serving as local IMBA president for several years, and currently donating bikes to the Community Bike Program. Continue Reading
The Sports Clubs
Posted on July 19, 2011
If you don’t use the pool, courts, steam room, etc., why pay for ’em? Ample bikes, machines, weights and mats, plus a sauna, for kicks. Started in Rio Rancho 25 years ago, this a far cry from the BofA of gyms, where it’s easy to anonymize in the expanse of muscle-buried ego. Continue Reading
Hot Yoga Downtown
Posted on April 29, 2011
Elizabeth writes: “After searching all over town for my yoga ‘home,’ I’ve finally found it at Hot Yoga Downtown.” Continue Reading
Silver Skate Shop
Posted on March 28, 2011
One of the only skate shops in America owned and opp’d by the fairer sex. Custom boards, wheel and chuck replacements, and general artistic philanthropy. Stop in to chat with Nicole, an authority on all things poppin’ in the 505. Continue Reading
NM Sports & Wellness
Posted on March 28, 2011
Eric didn’t want to join, but the staff thought they could “work around his financial difficulties.” Pricey, but not the most expensive, and you do get what you pay for: full squash/basket/racquetball courts, yoga and pilates classes, endless elliptical machines, and while a locker might not be, a towel’s always available. Still unconvinced? Continue Reading
Defined Fitness
Posted on March 28, 2011
Several locations, plenty of elliptical machines, and a student discount help Burque feel like a Big City. According to Craigslist Missed Connections, travel no further than the San Mateo locker room to meet the man of your dreams, provided you are also a man. Continue Reading
Southwest Women’s Health
Posted on March 10, 2011
The wait is months-long, but worth it. Doctors Shoden and Williams profess healthcare for women, by women. While you may never see either of those doctors, their nurse practitioners are thorough, friendly, and totally capable. Even in the current age, it can be hard to find a lady doc who doesn’t treat you like your bits are shameful. Not so at SW Women’s Health. They also care about more than just your vag – they take your mental and general wellbeing into consideration, too. Just call ahead and beware the cranky, stressed-out admins!
Physical Graffiti
Posted on March 10, 2011
The quintessential head-to-toe massage therapist, Jered won’t even work on your before completing a 30-minute intake interview. Not only does he want to know what to work on, but he’ll ask what’s going on in your life that can affect your physical health. Huge points for sliding scale. Continue Reading
ABQ Health Partners
Posted on March 10, 2011
Knowledgeable doctors, friendly nurses, and courteous administrators make your trip to the doc’s office much less painful than it could be. They take most insurance types and have a Lovelace pharmacy right inside. Continue Reading
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