Category: Get Fit

Running Beyond the Numbers

Hi there! I’m Daniella and I’m a senior studying Strategic Communications in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. I love dogs, Mexican food, and am fluent in emoji. I recently ran the Madison Half Marathon and am hyped to find my next fitness goal! Learn more about how this half marathon went way beyond …

Hitting My Stride

Hi there! My name is Tara and I am a junior studying Journalism and Spanish. When I’m not searching for the perfect cup of coffee, you can find me exploring the beautiful outdoors. These days, you can also catch me training for my first half marathon! I signed up to run the Madison Half Marathon …

How teaching Group Fitness prepared me for the real world

*About the author: Kimberly Kirt is a UW–Madison graduate (‘15) currently living in Dallas, TX. She works at one of the largest registration software companies in the world, ACTIVE Network, teaches indoor cycling at Flywheel Sports, and has recently launched her own digital marketing company, Digital Media Ninja. Keep reading to learn about Kimber’s experience …

How to "do" Rec Sports

When it comes to working out, uncertainty about how or where to start is not uncommon. But these things shouldn’t keep you from working out altogether. Our team is here to help you find something YOU love. So whether you played varsity sports in high school, are training for your 10th half-marathon, or have never …

No excuses: 10 ways to PLAY HARD. GET FIT. LIVE WELL. without the SERF

As you made your way back to campus last week, you may have noticed a few changes: Witte Residence Hall is taller, the new Memorial Union and Alumni park are nearly completed, and the Southeast Recreational Facility (SERF) looks a little… empty. The lack of activity isn’t because students are protesting the treck up to …

#SoLongSERF Bucket List

It’s the final countdown. (Da na na na…) In case you missed it, the Southeast Recreational Facility (SERF) will be closing in less than two weeks. At the end of the day on Friday, August 18, we’ll say goodbye to the facility, as we mark the end of an era of walking up five flights …

Get Fit This Summer

School’s out for summer! Whether you are staying in Madison for work or taking classes, there is so much to do here during the summer! Check out these events and summer-specific activities for you to stay busy and fit.*   Bucky’s Workout. Here’s your chance to work out on Camp Randall’s 50-yard line! Join us …

The Big Three

Squat, deadlift, and bench, oh my! Appropriately called “The Big Three,” these three lifts can be scary if you don’t know what you are doing, but have no fear — that’s why we’re here!  Our personal trainers can teach you how to do all three lifts properly in just three personal training sessions. The three …

Let's Get Technical

It seems like everyone has a smart phone these days, but you might not think about the power this device can have on your fitness and health.  Some apps on the market can add great value to your gym routine.  I have used apps for all things fitness including run tracking, short workouts or food …

Workout for two!

In the spirit of love and Valentine’s Day, today’s blog is focused on fun partner workouts that you and your significant other or friend can do together.  Studies have shown that working out with someone else can actually improve your workout! The rate of people who drop out of a routine significantly decreases and we …