By Shelby Hancock |Staff Writer| The Climbing Wall Campout, originally scheduled for Friday, Feb. 6 was cancelled due to lack of sign ups, officials said. This event was set to take place on the rockwall located inside the Student Recreation and Fitness Center, referred to by students as “the Rec Center.” Some students felt that the event was not adequately promoted, and said the lack of publicity may have been a cause of the cancellation. “I went to sign up on Thursday after my friend had told me about it but was turned away and told I missed the deadline,” said Rebecca Frey. LaterThursday night, students who signed up received an email stating, “I regret to inform you that … [Read more...] about Climbing Wall Campout cancelled
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Clearing all of your questions about shapin’ up
By Gina Miranda | Staff Writer | CSUSB student recreation and fitness center (SRFC) personal trainers are offering a beneficial Q&A to help those workout “I dont knows.” Students and faculty have the option to hire a personal trainer on campus to improve their health and fitness. “Personal trainers will assess your goals and help you reach them,” said Katherine Brobst, a student and personal trainer at CSUSB. Anyone looking to breathe life into their dull and repetitive workouts should consult with a trainer for individualized training programs. “Expectations and workouts are different for each client, so they should expect evolving routines as goals are met with notable … [Read more...] about Clearing all of your questions about shapin’ up
Trainers helping students to live healthy
By Carley Bennecke |Staff Writer| The Student Recreation and Fitness Center (Rec Center) offers students their chance to have their own personal trainer. Certified personal training is offered at the Rec Center for members who desire to be fit and healthy. Members of the Rec Center can sign up for one of the 11 personal trainers by filling out an inquiry form online or at the membership desk at the Rec Center. The Fitness and Wellness department offers three categories of personal training, One-on-one, buddy training, and three person training. One hour sessions cost anywhere between $16 to $32, depending on the session that you’re taking. The number one reason members hire a … [Read more...] about Trainers helping students to live healthy
Climbing for body and soul
By Carley Bennecke |Staff Writer| The Mile High Challenge is an opportunity to experience self-growth, discovery and a fun workout. It is an opportunity for members of the Student Recreation and Fitness Center (Rec Center) to accomplish the goal of climbing the height of a mile, or 5,280 feet. The climbing wall in the Rec Center is 34 feet tall. A participant would have to climb to the top 155 times to complete the challenge.The climb is very a very steep and difficult one to make. If 155 climbs sounds too challenging, the Rec Center offers to split the climbs in half with a friend. The Mile High Challenge is now available for sign-ups at the membership desk in the Rec Center. You … [Read more...] about Climbing for body and soul
Rec Sports motivates students to live healthy lifestyles
By Jocelyn Claudette Colbert |Staff Writer| Many Yotes know about the Student Recreation and Fitness Center on campus, but few know about the fabulous classes being offered there. There are so many awesome Group X exercise classes, I had to check out a few. From Hip Hop to Zumba, Butts and Gutts and even Jiu Jitsu, there’s something for everybody this fall. Two new classes have been added to the fall line up: The Cycle Fit and Yogilates classes. I stopped by the two classes to see what they’re all about. Looking through the window of the Cycle Fit class, I can see everyone sweating and powering through the session. As the class ended I had a chance to chat with instructor Matt … [Read more...] about Rec Sports motivates students to live healthy lifestyles
Rec’ing it, Rep 1 – Goals
By Kyla Cook |News Editor| Let me share a little bit about myself: I'm 5'9, 154 lbs and have multiple jobs, am taking 16 units and just like everyone else I have other responsibilities that add to my already packed schedule. Let's get this straight—I'm not a health nut. There are days when I break down and find myself hunting down girl scouts in the biology building. But like most people I want to look good. After all, I do have a wedding dress to show off in June! However, I want to do it the right way. Being fit isn't about going on fad diets that restrict your calorie intake so much that anything you see turns into a big juicy cheeseburger. Being fit is a lifestyle. It … [Read more...] about Rec’ing it, Rep 1 – Goals
Vogel named millionth user at Rec Sports
By Marina Rangel |Staff Writer| The Student Recreation and Fitness Center celebrated its millionth visit Feb. 2, by giving away a prize package worth over $10,000 to one lucky member who was showered with beach balls after checking in as “One in a Million.” It came as a huge surprise to the lucky millionth visitor student David Vogel, who was met with beach balls, cake and a giant check after entering Rec Sports. Vogel received a lifetime membership to the Rec Sports, free parking for a quarter, 12 personal training sessions, one free outdoor’s trip, one year locker rental, Mad Rock climbing shoes, $100 rental credit and 10 guest passes along with some promotional items. Vogel … [Read more...] about Vogel named millionth user at Rec Sports