Our gyms need more girl power!

If you don’t like working out in the traditional gym atmosphere or if you get bored of doing the same exercises, try joining an intramural/club sports team or attending classes. (Follow this link for more information: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/fitwell). This is a great way to build a healthy routine and to spend time with friends or make new ones!

***Note:
Penn State added gym access to the price of our tuition, so every University Park student has access to the gyms and Campus Recreation facilities through their student ID+ card. When you walk into the buildings, you will swipe your card and you’re in! It is that easy.



White Building
The White Building is located in the middle of campus, making it convenient for almost anyone, especially students who live in Pollock or South Halls. There are two main entrances to the lobby, one from HUB lawn and one from Shortlidge Road. You can swipe your card at either of the two desks and go down the stairs to find plenty of lockers and locker rooms. When you enter the main gym area, you will see many machines on the upper level and free weights on the “floor.” You can also see the indoor swimming pool through the back wall. If you walk to the left, you will see new multi-purpose home-gym equipment, and some space to do mat-work. If you walk to the right, you will reach a room with treadmills, ellipticals, rowing machines, etc. This is the first time I have ever had to wait in line for a treadmill! However, the line goes fast so stand your ground.

More info: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/facilities-spaces/campus-recreation-facilities/white-building

IM Building
This place is huge – it is hard to miss. The IM Building is by far the biggest benefit of living in East Halls so if that includes you, take advantage of it! In terms of your normal workout, there is a loft, where you can find cardio equipment and weights. On the ground floor, you will primarily find machines and weights. IM is also home to the famous rock climbing wall, as well as a track, where you can run or walk as an alternative to the treadmills or the roads. Tons of fitness classes and club/intramural sport practices are also held here. Furthermore, I am personally not very athletic, but if you are, IM is the place to go if you want to play pickup games on the courts (racquetball, basketball, etc.).

More info: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/facilities-spaces/campus-recreation-facilities/im-building

Hepper Fitness Center
This gym can be found in Rec Hall, located in West Halls. Rec Hall is where the Penn State volleyball, gymnastics, and wrestling teams go to compete. The lower level of the gym has machines, weights, and space in the back to do mat-work. The upper level is a loft overlooking N Atherton Street; this is where the cardio equipment is located. Rec Hall also has an indoor track, along with courts for various indoor sports and pickup games.

More info: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/facilities-spaces/campus-recreation-facilities/hepper-fitness-center

(P.S. Unfortunately, the Fall 2018 hours are not yet posted at this time.)


By: Andrea Hinkle (Envoy Team L)