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The RSOP Fitness Center contains the latest cardiovascular and
weight training equipment. Highly trained staff are available
to motivate you on how to use the equipment effectively. For
individualized instruction, consider working with a personal
trainer. See page 15 for details.

Group Fitness
Weight Room/ Cardio Room
Workshops & Seminars
Swim and Core Conditioning Class
Events / Races and Trainings
Personal Training
Massage
Kinesis

Group Fitness
The UMD group fitness program is for students, faculty, staff
and community members who want a highly effective, safe and
fun fitness experience. We offer something for everyone with
over 30 classes a week. Attend as many classes a week that fits
your schedule. The first week is FREE! After that, a Group
Fitness Pass is required. See Group Fitness Pass Rates on page
5. Classes begin September 8 and continue through December
12. Up to date class schedule is available at our website and
RSOP Welcome Desk.
Schedule and Class Descriptions
Fees

Weightroom & Cardioroom
Our new fitness center includes a cardio level (upper level, 157 SpHC) and a free weight/selectorized machine level (lower level, 92 SpHC).
The upper level contains expanded cardiovascular equipment including ellipticals, recumbent cycles, upright cycles, steppers, treadmills and rowing machines.  The lower level includes Life Fitness, Hammer Strength and Cybex selectorized machines, as well as a well rounded free weight area. Identification Needed. Facility users must carry the appropriate pass at all times. Hours are subject to change by program need.
Fall 2008 Schedule

WORKSHOPS & SPECIAL EVENTS
BYOPT: BE YOUR OWN PERSONAL TRAINER
Tuesdays, September 16 - December 9
4-5pm Free! Meet at the RSOP Weightroom

  • September 16 “Weightroom 101” Overview of the facility,
    fitness options, and how to set goals. Achieve and maintain a
    strong, fit body.
  • September 30 “Sports Training” The best strength and cardio
    strategies to bring your performance to the next level.
  • October 14 “Don’t Get Stuck in the Machine” Learn how you
    can develop 47% strength gain, stability, and tone with motion
    training.
  • October 28 “Burr, it’s Cold Outside” How to train in different
    weather conditions. It’s getting colder outside, but don’t let that
    prevent you from working out, outside.
  • November 11 “Stressed? Let Us Help You” Exercise can help
    reduce stress, but how? Learn how to lower your stress level by
    running, lifting, and yoga. There are so many options.
  • November 25 “Rosie the Riveter” For woman. Learn what
    specific things women should pay attention to when working
    out, and why exercise is so important.
  • December 9 “Staying Fit Over the Holidays” Strategies for
    keeping the weight off. We’ll walk you through suggestions on
    how to make healthy choices over the holidays.

SWIM & CORE
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Begins Monday, September 8
7:00-8:30am
Meet: SpHC Pool
You Provide: Clothes for Kinesis and core conditioning
Cost: $30 UMD Student w/ Group Fitness Pass
$60 Community w/Group Fitness Pass; $100 Others

Homecoming 5K Trail Run
Saturday, October 11 10am
Everyone is welcome to join us for this annual 5K (3.1 mile)
Trail run in Bagley Nature Area. The rich fall colors, the crisp
air, and the fun homecoming atmosphere make this a must-do
activity.
Cost: $12 UMD Students/ $15 Others
Register By: 2pm October 6 for guaranteed t-shirt
Race day registration is welcome at Bagley Nature Area

PERSONAL TRAINING
If you want to improve your personal fitness level or you are
just getting started working out, you can hire one of RSOP’s
nationally certified personal trainers. Designed to educate,
motivate and provide a sound exercise program, the personal
training program is for all skill levels and abilities.
A typical personal training session may include:
• 10-minute warm-up on stationary bike
• 30-minute specific body-toning workout with weights
• 10 minute cool down and stretch.
• Your session could conclude with a 10-20 minute
conversation about your personal nutrition plan.
Your certified trainer will assure that your workouts are done
with your personal goals in mind.
Cost: $20/session for Facility Pass holders ($30 for all others -
community welcome!) Three session minimum

MASSAGE
Stressed out? Pain in the back? Low energy?
Get a massage. Massage Therapy is now available weekdays
8am-8pm, with some weekend hours as well.
Melt the tension away, let the pain come back some other day.
$30/30 Minutes
$60/60 Minutes
$90/90 Minutes
Call for an appointment

KINESIS
Our new state-of-the-art strength training machine for all skill
levels. You must be with a certified trainer to train on this
machine. Call or stop by RSOP for more info.

fitness photo

cardio room

group fit

weightroom

tri team

kinesis

5k runner
Spring Into Shape 5K
Slideshow


homecoming 5k
Homecoming 5k
Slideshow

Bike Basics
Instructional Video

Quick Time Movie 4.1MB

Wave Machine
Instructional Video

Quick Time Movie 4.0MB

 



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