You may have read about the Towson University Wellness Center’s faculty/staff boot camp in my earlier posts. Now that we’re in the full swing of the holiday season, if you haven’t tried boot camp yet, now is the time.
Boot camp is a series of dynamic workouts incorporating strength training and cardio moves that is offered on Towson University’s campus twice a week. Recently, the American Council on Exercise named boot camp the top fitness trend for 2009.
The second session of boot camp will start on Tuesday, December 1, 2009. This 5 week session will run from December 1st to December 31st. Class will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 noon to 1 p.m. at the Wellness Center in the Administration Building, room 113.
Boot camp is open to all Towson University faculty and staff, and all fitness levels are encouraged to participate in the circuit training workouts. Christine Woods, the program director for faculty/staff wellness who is leading the circuit training workouts, modifies each move at three different fitness levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. This allows participants to choose the intensity level that is best suited to their personal fitness level. One of the best things about boot camp is the feeling that you’re getting a personalized workout for your body type while exercising in a fun, friendly group setting.
Class is free, but participants must sign a waiver form before starting the program. Waivers can be signed in the Wellness Center at the first session of boot camp.
Participants should dress warmly, since workouts will be held outdoors, weather permitting. For more information, call the Wellness Center at 410-704-4555.
