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THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
ON THE HILL
AUGUST 15,2005
FITNESS
Recreation center satisfies all types
Center is home to intramural and club sports
BY ASHLEY MICHAELS
amichaels@kansan.com
KANSAN STAFF WRITER
Everyone always talks about gaining the "freshmen 15," but those 15 pounds can creep up on you no matter what year you are in school.
Kerri Henderson/KANSAN
One way to keep those pounds off is to stay active. The University's almost 2-year-old Student Recreation Fitness Center offers a wide variety of opportunities for students to stay active and get involved. The cost for membership is included in campus fees, so if you are a student, all you need is your KUID.
Shelley Hellman, Denver junior, works up a sweat on one of the step machines.
Before you head to the recreation center, there is one thing you must remember. Always bring your KUID. It doesn't matter who you are or how much you beg, they will not let you through the turnstile unless you show them proper identification.
The recreation center is a 15,000 sq. ft. area of cardiovascular and resistance training, a 42-foot rock climbing wall, a suspended walking/jogging track, an aerobics studio, a Martial Arts studio, two racquetball courts, open courts for basketball, table tennis, badminton and volleyball courts, locker rooms, towel services and equipment available for checkout.
There are many different fitness programs at the recreation center to help students fulfill their individual fitness goals. KU Fit offers different classes throughout the semester. For a schedule of times and a description of the classes offered, you can either visit the recreation center Web site, www.ku.edu/~recserv/, or stop by the facility to get a schedule. Each class has an enrollment limit, so get there a little early. Personal trainers are available through the recreation center and you can sign-up on the Web site. Fit4U is another program available that provides students with fitness assessments and the proper course of action to get in better shape.
recreation center. These clubs require that you pay dues and they have specific dates and times that the club team meets. For information regarding the cost of dues and the dates and times go to the Web site or visit the recreation center.
Valerie Brandt, Wathena senior, said playing intramural sports was a great experience.
"I played volleyball and basketball in high school so when I came to college I wanted to keep playing and keep in shape," Brandt said. "A bunch of people from my dorm got a team together. It was fun and a great way to meet people."
Above: A large portion of the main floor is devoted to cardiovascular machines. These machines are rarely vacant during the school year. Below left: Layla Habibi, Wichita sophomore, begins her workout on one of the elliptical machines. Below right: Jong Kim, Overland Park senior, pushes himself by doubling the amount of weight partway through his series of 12 reps. The center has both a free weight area and several weight training machines. Bottom: The center offers several options for students looking to stay active. It houses indoor and outdoor basketball courts, a suspended track and several cardiovascular and weight training machines.
Photos bv Kerri Henderson/KANSAN
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