Start your summer off with a fitness bang — or should I say stretch.

Lululemon athletica believes in people having long, fun and healthy lives.  That is why they have decided to open the first full retail store at our very own South Park Mall here in Charlotte.

Charlotte is full of different kinds of athletic and workout opportunities, so why not add more chances to get involved in yoga and look good while doing it.

Starting this Friday, May 20, men and women will be able to find yoga apparel and accessories that are not only stylish but made for your specific exercises.  The store will offer different kinds of clothing for all sizes and also different levels of support for either running or yoga.

You may be wondering what is so special about Luluemon's products.  They are strictly yoga-inspired apparel made from technical fabrics and designed to be functional as you move and twist around giving your body the ultimate workout.

The South Park store has partnered up with other yoga stores and fitness centers around the city to find out what is best for us. They will be offering classes and demos to all guests who are interested.

The fun doesn't stop there. Come in on Saturday and participate in a Vinyasa Flow Yoga class at 8:30 a.m. instructed by Lululemon ambassador Tanner Bazemore of Y2 Yoga.

Don't worry if that time doesn't work for you. Try again Sunday morning at the 11 a.m. rise and shine Vinyasa Flow class led by Amity Whalen of Yogaflex.  Both in-store classes are complimentary and open to the public.

The normal store will be open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sundays from 12:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

(Photos taken from Lululemon athletica's Facebook)