While you might be well acquainted with the two fitness facilities at FSU, The Leach Center and The Fitness and Movement Clinic (FMC), what you might not be familiar with is all of the services offered at these centers, as well as all of the group exercise classes that are taught all year long and are free with your gym membership. So whether you're just now starting your fitness journey or you're looking to get a more detailed fitness analysis, or perhaps you're just stuck in a fitness rut and are looking to mix up your daily workout with something more fun and challenging, there are lots of things you should be taking advantage of at the Florida State Fitness Facilities.
Personal Training
If walking into the gym is intimidating because you have no idea where to start, what to do, or how in the world to use any of the scary-looking machines, then you might be interested in personal training. If you have a question about how to use any of the machines, need a spot for bench presses, or want someone to verify your form is correct, you can always ask any of the personal trainers at either gym. If you're looking for something a little more in-depth, then you should take advantage of the three free personal training sessions that are available to all FSU students. After you have used your three free sessions you can check out the personal training packages available for purchase. If you're interested, go online to learn more and fill out the interest form to get your free sessions right away!
Wellness Testing
The wellness testing services offered through campus recreation are perfect for those of you who are interested in tracking your health and fitness on a more in-depth level. It's also perfect for people just starting their path of health and fitness and who want to track their progress. With discounted test prices for FSU students now is as great a time as any to check them out. Some of the services available are the Bod Pod, VO2 Sub Max test, or test your resting metabolic rate to see how many calories you can burn while laying in bed watching Netflix. The link here includes descriptions of and scheduling information for any wellness tests you might be interested in.
Group Exercise Classes
If your everyday cardio and strength training routine is starting to become a little bit too, well, routine, then switch it up with something a little more fun and exciting, like a group exercise class. With tons to choose from and types of classes ranging from barre-style classes to kickboxing tabata to yoga, there are tons to try and you're bound to find something that fits your preferences and fitness goals. If you want to keep things different with a new class every day or stick to your weekly favorites, check out the schedule of classes, which changes each semester and offers a wide range of hours throughout the day. Check out the link here for class descriptions and the current schedule!
