While many know Florida for its magical theme parks and bizarre police reports, the abundant sunshine, national parks, and beaches also make the state a natural location for health nuts. Whether you're looking to hit the trails, juice up with a smoothie, or browse the farmer's market, these Florida locations will keep you feeling fit.

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Winter Park

Just on the outskirts of Orlando, Winter Park's 70 natural areas make it a perfect destination for active living. The suburb's anchor is Central Park, an 11-acre expanse of fountains, jogging paths, and a rose garden all under the shade of an oak tree canopy. The dog-friendly Lake Baldwin Park provides over 21 acres of off-leash areas and miles of beaches for swimming or kayaking. Winter Park also makes healthy eating convenient with a weekly farmers market and with vegan and gluten-free restaurants, like the popular Ethos Vegan Kitchen.

Siesta Key

Siesta Key, a barrier island near Sarasota, is highly regarded for its walkability and the softest sand in Florida. Picturesque views abound -- rent a bike or take a kayak tour for a chance to see the birds, manatees, and dolphins that swim the turquoise waters. Active residents of Siesta Key enjoy plenty of amenities, such as basketball courts, softballs fields, archery ranges, and racquetball courts. These islanders aren't just napping, though there's plenty of that too.

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Naples

In addition to boasting some of the state's most coveted cultural institutions, Naples is also a hotbed for recreation. Located in Southwest Florida and a short drive from the Everglades, Naples has tons of walking trails to take you through Fleischmann Park, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, and miles of oceanfront. In the city itself, the health food craze is in full effect, with establishments like Food & Thought and Nature's Garden leading the charge. Naples was named healthiest city in the country by Healthways, who determined that residents have the lowest rates of stress and depression.

Coral Gables

Just outside of Miami and home to the University of Miami, Coral Gables was one of the first planned communities in the U.S. and is very walkable as a result. Quite a few vegan and vegetarian options are around, with restaurants like VeganAroma Organic Cafe offering nutritional programs to help customers lose weight and have more energy. There's also a large Whole Foods and quite a few bistros, such as GreenLife, that specialize in offering healthy, yet tasty meals, such as dragon-fruit bowls and avocado toast.

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Downtown Miami

Synonymous with glamour, partying, and lazy beach days, Miami's reputation for the high life is balanced by its focus on healthy living. Health-conscious cafes and markets are everywhere, including Nutreat Restaurant and Granny Feelgood's. Healthy eating in downtown Miami is so prevalent that it's virtually inescapable -- even the bakeries have healthy options, including quinoa cookies and cupcakes sweetened with honey. Miami-Dade County is also one of the healthiest in the state, with a majority of residents working out in some form at least three times a week. We're not sure if dancing at one of the city's famed nightclubs counts as exercise, but it probably should.

The Villages

The Villages is a retirement village in central Florida that doesn't ask its residents to slow down. Fitness centers are located throughout the area and the Recreation Department offers over 1,000 activities. There are also plenty of golf courses to play on, an array of walking paths, Live Oaks Park, a large Whole Foods, and quite a few different local restaurants serving up smoothies and fresh ingredients.

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Boca Raton

If you don't burn enough calories walking Boca's museums and shopping districts, you can hit the boardwalk or go for a jog anywhere along the the eastern coast's two miles of beaches. Gyms are also not hard to find in any neighborhood, nor are nutritious meals. "Fast-casual" restaurants are popping up in the city's shopping centers, providing the health-conscious crowd a wholesome bowl and vegetable juice on the go, while sit-down restaurants offering creative vegan options continue to find success helping Boca maintain its beach bodies.

College Park

College Park is in the Orlando area, near University of Central Florida. When you are fitness-minded, this is the place to be. There are a large number of gyms to choose from, often with incredible workout programs. Some have their own smoothie bars inside of them, too. Give Sweat, Subu CrossFit, Bodies by Mahmood, and The Bar Method a try.

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Amelia Island

Located not far from Jacksonville and Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island is a lovely area with plenty of natural beauty. The 5.7-mile-long Amelia Island Trail connects to the Amelia Island State Park, where bikers, runners, kayakers, and horseback riders can all break a sweat among marshes and forests. There are also countless cafes and bistros in the metropolitan area, many of which have a healthy twist on the menu.

Seminole Heights

This neighborhood of downtown Tampa has a wide array of farm-to-table restaurants, such as Rooster & the Till, where the ingredients are as fresh as they can get. Homes are also within walking distance of grocery stores, restaurants, and attractions, so there's no need to get in the car. These Tampanians stay fit by going about their business on foot.