All You Can WORKOUT

Hey girlies! Welcome to WEPO and Penn State!!! You are going to absolutely love it here. There are so many fun things to do and amazing opportunities at a school this size. One of my favorite things to do during the school week (when I need to let go of some stress and frustration) is the Penn State fitness classes. You can access the schedule at http://studentaffairs.psu.edu/campusrec/groupx/schedule.html

 

The class schedule changes every semester, with the addition and subtraction of a few of the classes. They are always adding something new and exciting. For example, PSU fitness added TRX last semester. For those of you who do not know what TRX is it is a suspension training system that you can use to work out with your body weight. It was founded and used in the Navy and helps with not only strength, but balance and flexibility too. Another one of my favorites is Butts and Gutts (how cute are their names).  Butts and Gutts is a 45 minute, you guessed it!, butt and core workout. 45 minutes of squats (and similar moves) can be pretty intense and you will be guaranteed to break a sweat. TMC (Total Muscle Condition) is another favorite. TMC incorporates weights to help get your heart rate up. This class switches back and forth between legs and arms. As soon as you burn one of them out you move on to the next move.

My last favorite class is Washboard Abs. Washboard abs is a 30 minute class of all abs… yes 30 minutes is soo long and you will feel the burn. (note: this class used to be 20 minutes but they switched it to 30 last semester. I would not be surprised if they switch it back.  Depending on the instructor, this could include a circuit or just different moves totaling up to 30 minutes.

Also, be on the lookout for special events like SUP (stand up paddle board) Yoga and rock climbing. I personally have done SUP and it was so much fun. The class only holds 5-10 people due to the need of the paddle boards and due to the size of the pool so make sure to act quickly when they announce it.

In the past students had to pay $60 a semester to go to the fitness centers, but for the first time ever, the university has made it free for all students! Take advantage of this opportunity and try out some of the classes. I promise you will not be disappointed.

By: Rachel Sternberg