FORT RUCKER, Ala. (May 14, 2015) -- Remaining physically active during the summer can be both tedious and hazardous, but Fort Rucker's physical fitness centers offer a variety of classes geared to make fitness safe and fun.
According to Anne Sullivan, fitness program coordinator, the group fitness schedule offers something for everyone.
"Whether the person is a beginner, someone who has maybe been away from fitness for a while or someone who has never darkened the doorway of a gym, we have options for them," she said. "If their interest is in overall strength and mobility, we offer yoga. If they want to build a sound cardiovascular base, we offer spinning. If they want to have fun while getting physically fit, we offer dance and Zumba classes."
Those who are new to fitness shouldn't be discouraged, Sullivan said. Spinning serves as the perfect introduction to group fitness.
"It is really easy to pick up," Sullivan said. "There's not a lot of technical prowess or knowledge you have to gain to obtain a good workout. There is a good group atmosphere. If you haven't worked out in a while and don't feel super fit, you can find your own level of exertion and gain encouragement from a nice group of people."
Sullivan also suggested the Strong Bodies class for beginners in search of a full-body workout to improve overall physical fitness.
"It is a good, all-around workout," she said. "There is a nice mix of body weight workouts and weight training. Each class uses a variety of movements to work out lower body, upper body and core. You don't target any one portion of the body."
What if an individual is already physically fit? Can they benefit from any classes offered? Yes, Sullivan said.
"Having a good variety brings larger numbers of patrons to our door," she said. "We also have class options for those who are highly motivated and train on their own, but like the group atmosphere.
"We have Ultimate Conditioning and Strong Bodies Plus, which offer the group fitness element with a very real level of intensity," she added. "We do have our course descriptions that those classes are designed for well-conditioned individuals."
Sullivan said class attendance is evaluated at the end of each month to determine what times work best and adjust scheduling as needed to better accommodate patrons.
"We do our best to offer a wide variety of fitness options with a range of available times, as well," she said. "Maybe you like to work out in the morning, you possibly are a lunchtime warrior or maybe you need something in the evening. We do our best to offer something at every timeframe."
The first class is free. Each class afterwards is $3.50 per class, $15 for two weeks of unlimited classes or $30 for one month of unlimited classes.
Classes are open to military ID card holders, DOD personnel and contactors. Youth under the age of 13 are not allowed to attend fitness classes as a participant or spectator.
For an updated list of classes, including descriptions of each class, and available times, visit http://www.ftruckermwr.com/recreation/physical-fitness-centers/ or call 255-3794.
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