Let’s face it: we have all fallen short of our fitness goals at some point in college. It is simply too easy to let our papers, study sessions and other activities distract us from our fitness routine. But never fear, working out regularly in college is not as difficult as it may seem.
Between the TCU campus recreational center and the various fitness outlets in the Fort Worth area, there are endless options for all varieties of workouts styles. If you are the kind of person who likes the classic, gym feel, the campus rec center is the place for you. The campus rec center is home to a 9,000 foot weight room, gym courts (useful for body circuits and conditioning skills), and a cardio deck with an assortment of elliptical machines, treadmills and more.
If you like to work out alongside your friends, the campus rec center also offers a variety of fitness classes, ranging from Core to the Floor to Yoga. While each class cost $5, students can purchase passes for ten classes or passes for specific types of workouts, like a Cycle class.
If you are looking for a specific kind of workout not offered on TCU’s campus, or the fitness classes do not fit with your schedule, there are workout centers for kickboxing, Pilates and yoga throughout the nearby area. For example, 9Round is a new kickboxing workout center located just past the TCU bookstore, beside Cafe Brazil. They also offer a free trial, so you can try it out before you commit. 9Round’s classes are also only thirty minutes long, so distance and time are not an issue!
One huge deterrent from consistent workouts is time management. Unfortunately, time management can be especially challenging for college students. However, there are a few tricks you can do that will help you find time for your workout. First, writing a daily schedule is surprisingly helpful. Whether it makes you aware of how much time you have to study or when you will be able to work out, blocking out your time helps you to know how much time you have that day. This can also help you set realistic goals as to when to work out. If Tuesdays and Thursdays are extremely busy, opt to work out on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Another easy way to fit a workout into your schedule is by working out at night and/or as a study break. Instead of taking a twenty minute social media break, it can be beneficial to use the time to take a run. This will clear your head, helping you to focus—and it will give you the pick-me-up needed to continue your studies.
No matter how daunting working out might seem, with the right resources and attitude, you can easily get your daily dose of physical activity!