When it comes to working out at the Student Recreation Center, many students utilize the center to get back in shape, especially as this new semester has kicked off and students wish to meet their personal fitness goals. However, many students enjoy working out in solitude and look for those moments that the gym is not crowded.
For those that want those less-crowded times, Gina McClure, Director of the Student Rec Center, said that early mornings and late nights are the best.
“Most people work out from around 2 p.m. until 8 p.m., but 6 p.m. is the busiest hour,” said Gina McClure, Director of the Student Rec Center.
Students who frequently visit the gym agree with McClure, including senior Political Science major Ben Allen.
“4 p.m. to 6 p.m. is terrible. You should avoid that time when everyone is there,” Allen said.
As for which times are the best, McClure had specific times to offer.
“7 a.m., 8 a.m., and 10 p.m. are the slowest,” McClure said.
If a student is a bit of a morning bird, hitting the gym during these earlier hours may be the best option. Likewise, the later hours, such as 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. also frees up several machines and workout spaces; if a student is a night owl he or she may explore this option.
Although the Rec Center offers many amenities, the most popular feature seems to be the Fitness Center.
“The Fitness Center offers a wide array of strength training and cardio,” McClure said.
The Fitness Center is the busiest between the hours of 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. So if a student is looking for a workout buddy, this may be a good time to visit the Rec Center.
There are always events and fitness classes available at the Student Recreation Center; the best way to figure out which feature and time works best is to put on those sneakers and swipe that Skyhawk card. During the fall semester, the Student Recreation Center is open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m.
