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At Rec Well, we work consistently to best meet our members’ needs. One of the best ways for us to do this is by responding to member feedback. Lines, wait times, and congestion around strength equipment at the Nick, specifically in the Powerhouse, is one of the most commonly submitted pieces of feedback we receive. …
Near East Fields is the fourth and final project of the Rec Well master plan and the second of two turf field projects. Rec Well will begin construction on Near East Fields, located on the Lakeshore side of campus next to Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center and in front of Dejope Residence Hall, on Tuesday, …
Hello Active Badgers! I’m Parker Goss, the Coordinator of Intramural Sports here at Rec Well. We’re happy to announce that we’ll be offering Staff Intramural Sports again this summer. For those unfamiliar, in the summer, UW–Madison employees can participate in dedicated staff leagues/divisions across all our sport offerings. We have a lot coming up this …
Starting May 20, all group fitness classes will be a first-come, first-serve. Reservations will no longer be available for some classes such as Group Cycling, Train360, Strike360, or Cardio360. Once this change goes into effect, we recommend coming to your class 10 minutes prior to the start to secure your spot. In addition, there will …
You might have noticed QR codes on cardio equipment at the Nick & Bakke. We’ve partnered with Treo Wellness to bring to you free new workouts each day led by motivating trainers. Hop on your favorite cardio equipment, scan the code and get moving. What You Get: 20+ highly-skilled trainers Workouts for any cardio …
Hiking is one of the best ways to explore a new place, experience nature, and get some movement in. It has also been proven to make you happier! Wisconsin is a hidden treasure when it comes to scenery, and has plenty of beautiful trails to walk all year round. Here are a few you can …
So much has happened since we opened the Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center’s door in April 2023. At that time, you could go for a spin around the Sub-Zero Ice Center, shoot hoops in the multi-purpose courts, and try out all the strength and cardio equipment. While we were excited to show you the building …
The sun is shining in Madison and it’s a perfect time to get outside. In Madison we are lucky to have many great running spots on or just off campus. Here are a few of our favorites: Picnic Point Loop – 2.0mi This loop is great if you’re looking for a quick scenic run. With …
Hello Active Badgers! I’m Parker Goss, the Coordinator of Intramural Sports here at Rec Well. We’re happy to announce that we’ll be offering Staff Intramural Sports this summer. For those unfamiliar, in the summer, UW–Madison employees can participate in dedicated staff leagues/divisions across all our sport offerings. We have a lot coming up this summer, …
The month of January often ushers in feelings of motivation and excitement around new goals and routines for many of us. People often make resolutions involving their activity levels or exercise habits, but this can sometimes be taken too far. It can be tempting to slip into habits that may appear healthy, but in reality, …