Does anyone miss when you could actually get stuff done there? Ever since the HUGE inflow of freshman, that place has been mobbed. I miss the summertime when it was easy to plan a workout and use exactly what piece of equipment and dumbbell you needed.
Does anyone use the center regularly? Reasons for not using the facility? What do you think of it as a whole vs. other fitness facilities you may have encountered in your travels? Missing anything? Share you comments.
(2) Certifications
A number of people at the Center, as far as Trainers, were certified via ACE (American College of Exercise) which you have to be at least 18 years of age and be CPR certified. To me, this is a pretty weak certifications (as well to other knowledgeable people in the field). Don't get me wrong, they don't just give them out with your license. You do have to study and work hard to pass the exam, but what are you thoughts on ACE and other certifications? (some listed below)
- ACSM-American College of Sports Med (CPT, H/F Instructor, Ex Specialist, Clinical Ex Physiologist)
- NSCA- National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA-CSCS)
- AFAA- Aerobics and Fitness Association of America
- NCCPT- National Council of Certifield Personal Trainers
- NCSF- National Council on Strength and Fitness
The rec center has been absolutely crazy since the semester started. We were most definitely spoiled over the summer and I became very used to never having to wait for any equipment. I expected it to become much busier once school began, but I had no idea it would be as mobbed as it has been. I've actually had to wait in lines going out the door to get my card swiped at night, not to mention lines for equipment. It's frustrating at times and when working out usually relieves stress, sometimes just going there with so many people is a stress in itself! I guess it's great everyone is concerned with their physical fitness at the beginning of the semester, but I can't wait until it calms down.
ReplyDeleteI love the new Rec Center, but admittedly haven't used it since May and won't be back for a couple more weeks. Out of town in the summer and I tend to stay outdoors (for running at least) in the good weather...so haven't had to deal with the crowds yet. However, I try to use the facility when the masses aren't there, thanks to a fairly flexible schedule. (I will not go there at 5 pm!)
ReplyDeleteI would love to be able to go back to the new rec center, but there are always sooo many people there, and I feel like I always get sick whenever I go. I've also tried to stick to just running outside but unfortunately I work late nights and have night classes now, so I haven't been able to as much. I'd like to be able to go back to the gym but I don't know what time is the best time to go.
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