Athleta to Open Towson Store May 31

A new fitness store aimed at women has announced plans to open in Towson later this month.

Athleta will open its new Towson location in Dulaney Plaza (834 Dulaney Valley Road) on Thursday, May 31, according to a company news release.

The chain, a subsidiary of Gap, sells gear for running, yoga, training, swimming, hiking and other activities.

The store's hours will be 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

The Towson location is the fourth of 13 the chain plans to open this year, for a total of 50 nationwide by the end of 2013, the release states.