Spring into Spring

Commit to be fit!  Get an hour of Q and A about all things fitness and nutrition. 

Mon., Jan. 14, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Location TBD.

Nutrition Workshop

Ready to make some healthy lifestyle changes for 2008?  Drop dieting and make some healthy eating goals that will help you shed extra pounds and keep them off for good! Wed., Jan. 16, 5:30-6:30p.m., SRC 114.

Aikido

Use the principles of harmony and circular motion to control any attack that is directed at us.  Aikido teaches one to center oneself while being attacked and to carry this centering off the mat and into their daily lives.  All levels welcome. $30.00 NON-REFUNDABLE fee. Wednesday’s Jan. 16 – Apr. 23, 8:45-10p.m.  and Saturday’s Jan. 19 – April 26, 1:30-4p.m., SRC Group Exercise Room

Eastern Modalities I – Acupressure and Massage

Learn to use acupressure points and tui na massage for stress relief and to relive pain from headache and other ailments. Thu, Jan. 17, 5:30-7p.m., SRC Room 114

On The Ball

Learn fun ways to incorporate stability ball exercises into your workout routine.  This is a great way to work on balance/CORE, and make common exercises a little more challenging! Wed., Jan. 23, 4:45-6p.m., Location TBD.

Bite the Bug before it Bites YOU!

Illnesses like colds, the flu, and sore throats are hard to escape, especially when living in residence halls or an apartment. Learn basic nutrition and wellness practices to combat a cold, fight the flu, or simply boost ones immune system.

Thu., Jan. 24, 6-7p.m., SRC 114.

Shag Dance Class

Shag dancing began from swing on the beaches of the Carolinas.  Learn to take swing dancing one step further and shag to the legendary beach music of our area.

Dates:  Monday’s January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 8:45-10p.m., SRC Aerobics Room Fee:  $15.00 individual / $25.00 couple NON-REFUNDABLE

Healthy Budget Cooking I

Think cooking healthy = lack of flavor?  This workshop is designed to help you learn to cook healthy and maintain a wonderful taste.  Participants will get copies of the recipes and sample each dish!!! Tue., Jan. 29, 5:30-6:30p.m., Madeline Suite.

Fitness and Strength Training:  Real vs. Myth

Find out how to incorporate new strategies into your exercise program and lean the truth about strength training. Wed., Jan. 30, 5:30-6:30p.m., SRC 114

Body Composition Screening

Come dressed in shorts and T-shirt to get a free body fat analysis. Thu., Jan. 31, 5:30-7p.m., SRC 114.

Understanding a Balanced Workout

Most people are missing critical components of a successful total body workout routine.  Learn how to understand, improve, or begin your exercise program for maximum overall benefits. Tue., Feb. 5, 5:30-6:30p.m., SRC 114.

Chiropractic Care

Learn about this widely accepted form of spinal adjustment as a method of healing and treatment for a variety of health problems.  Wed., Feb. 6, 7-8p.m., SRC 114.

Washboard Abs:  Real vs. Myth

Learn some exercises to help you target the abdominal muscles and get you started working on that six-pack. Thu., Feb. 7,  5:30-6:30p.m., SRC 114.

Sex on the Big Screen

Watch hilarious “sex” scenes from Hollywood’s top films and TV programs. You’ll laugh your head off, as you learn to be sexually safe and smart! Tue., Feb. 12, 5:30-6:30p.m., SRC 114.

Exercise Your Way to Mental Health

Stressed about classes, work, or life?  Learn how exercise can reduce anxiety, depression, and improve your sense of well-being as well as the immune system.

Wed., Feb. 13, 5:30-6:30p.m., SRC 114.

Real Bodies come in All Shape and Sizes

Frustrated with your body shape?  This workshop will help you feel better in your own body and to raise awareness of the unrealistic body image that our culture has bombarded us daily. Wed., Feb. 20, 6-7p.m., SRC 114.

Men and Muscle Dysmorphia

Women are not the only ones with body image issues. Learn about muscle dysmorphia, a condition where men feel like they can never achieve the perfect body.  Thu., Feb. 21, 5:30-6:30p.m., SRC 114.

Eastern Modalities II – Dietary Therapy

This class will guide you through the concepts of how oriental medical philosophy views the digestive system, the Chinese food pyramid, best foods to eat and the most appropriate time to eat them, eating for the seasons and how to use food as medicine. Thu, Mar. 13, 5:30-7p.m., SRC 114.

Are You Label Able?

Grocery shopping can be very confusing these days with so many different product choices! Learn to use the food label to help you select healthy foods, and learn how to avoid common pitfalls in grocery shopping. Tue., Mar. 18, 5-7p.m., SRC 114.

Nutrition Jeopardy

Test your knowledge of basic nutrition principles?  An interactive program to increase your knowledge of making healthy choices in the challenging environment we are faced with today! Tue., Mar. 25, 5-8p.m., SRC 114.

Easing Low Back Pain and Abdominal Discomfort

Learn low back mobilization exercises, stretches, acupressure points, and self massage to create tone, flexibility, strength and ease in your low back and core to keep you pain free. Wed., Mar. 26, 7-8p.m., SRC 114.

Supplements and Energy Drinks

What’s the real buzz about supplements and energy drinks?  Want answers, come to this workshop! Thu., March 27, 5:30-6:30p.m., SRC 114. 

Healthy Budget Cooking II

Think cooking healthy = lack of flavor?  Learn to cook healthy and maintain a wonderful taste.  Participants will get copies of the recipes and sample each dish! Wed., Apr. 9, 5:30-6:30p.m., SRC 114.

Eastern Modalities III – Chinese Medicine for Peak Performance

Learn the philosophy behind performance and how it leads to a long life for those that follow this philosophy. Thu., Apr. 10, 5:30-7p.m., SRC 114.

Sweet Dreams are Made of These

Learn the benefits of getting enough sleep and the consequences of not getting enough sleep as well as the common causes of sleep disruptions and how to overcome them for a good night’s sleep. Wed., Apr. 16, 5-7p.m., SRC 114.

Stressbusters

Interactive workshop that includes an in-depth discussion regarding stress’s impact on health, how to recognize stress and how to better manage stress. Tue., Apr. 22, 5-7p.m., SRC 114.

Massage

Do you enjoy massages? Then come and learn about various massage techniques and their “healing powers” in our massage workshop. Topics may include back massage, partner massage, chair massage, and more! Wednesday, April 23, 7-8:30pm, SRC 114

Fitness Competitions

Endurance Challenge

Men will complete in:  Running, dips, pull-ups, knee Raises, and push-ups.

Women will complete in:  Running, assisted pull-ups and dips, modified push-ups, knee raises.  Participants must meet minimum requirements in 4 of 5 categories to be eligible.

Date:  Tuesday, February 5

Time:  5-7p.m.

Location:  SRC Court 3

Aerobathon

Exciting 2 hour exercise session with the Group Exercise Instructors to try out class being offered at the Student Recreation Center such as:  CORE, Step, Zumba, Boxing, Pilates, Yoga, and more.  Prizes are given away!

Date:  Wednesday, February 20

Time:  5:30-7p.m.

Location:  SRC Aerobics Room

Bench Press Competition

Open to men and women!  Test your own limits with a one rep. max. Bench press based upon your body weight.

Date:  Tuesday, February 26

Time:  5-7p.m.

Location:  Harris Teeter Fitness Center

Powerhouse Competition

Meet the minimum qualifications in each of the components Men:  Bench Press, Squat, Dead Lift, and Clean.  Women:  Bench Press, Squat, Claves, and Shrugs (Dumbbells).  Appropriate standards are set for men and women to compete based on body weight.

Date:  Tuesday, March 25

Time:  5-7p.m.

Location:  Harris Teeter Fitness Center