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Well Being
I know the feeling when you take one look at the weight
room, see the complex machines, and immediately back away toward
the treadmills and ellipticals. [in]Visible magazine headed
over to the Sallie Tiernan Fieldhouse to see what’s really inside
and showcase some of the machines that you may never have
tried. We also learned that there’s more to the gym than working
out—workout videos, bikes, headphones, skateboards, sports
equipment, and iPods are available for check out. The Fieldhouse
also works together with Monsour Counseling and Psychological
Services with classes to support mental health as well, holding
different workshops and training sessions providing a healthy
body and mind.
32 [in]Visible Magazine
FOCUS
ON THE
FITNESS
CENTER
by Nikki Broderick
Cardio Wavetrainer
With four varying levels of difficulty, the cardio
wavetrainer isolates the glutes and thighs.
Position 1: Grip the top of the bars, keeping your
center of gravity. Glide from side to side, trying to
keep only one leg moving at a time.
Position 2: Grip the middle of the handles, again
keeping only one leg gliding at a time and focusing
on a center of gravity to stay balanced, tightening
your abs.
Position 3: Grip the lowest part of the bars and
lean over, almost looking down.
Position 4: No hands on the bars. This is the hardest
position, because this also works your abs to
keep balanced while working your glutes and inner
and outer thighs.
Multi-Hip
This machine looks complicated at first sight, but gives
you three different ways to strengthen your hips, glutes,
inside and outside of the thighs, and your hip flexor.
Position 1: Stand on the black platform and use the inside
of your thigh to move the weight across your body. Make
sure not to twist your back and stand straight. Switch legs
to keep your exercise balanced.
Position 2: Stand on the black platform, this time using
the outside of your thigh to move the weight away from
your body. Again, maintain good posture and keep your
back straight. Make sure to use both your legs.
Position 3: Facing the mirror, put your leg over the weight
and push behind you, almost like riding a bike. Use the
handrails to maintain balance, but be sure to use your leg
muscles for the exercise.