The variety of fitness and wellness programs at Northern Michigan University guarantees you are sure to find an activity you will enjoy and that will lead to your improved health and well being.
| Spinning Express An option for those on a tight schedule - Just 45 minutes of cardio will definitely kick up a great sweat!
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| The Ball Using the Bosu and stability ball, this "core" class will add a little variety into your everyday workout routine.
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| Core Express Have a half hour to spare? Then come work your abs with us. This class will focus solely on abs and alternative exercises to those sit-ups you've been doing for years!
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| Pilates Improve flexibility and posture while strengthening your core stabilizers (abs and back), legs, and gluteal muscle groups.
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| Power Yoga A yoga class that is more motion-based than traditional yoga. This class will improve your flexibility while increasing strength – and you'll work up a sweat.
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| Cycling A great cardio workout performed on a stationary bike. Our classes include music, upbeat cadence, and motivational instructors. Hop on a bike and join us today!
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| Express Circuit If you are looking for a fast fun, all over exercise course, this 45 minute total body conditioning experience is for you! This fast moving class conditions the cardio system and targets all major muscle groups.
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| Qigong Pronounced “Chi Gung” and introduced in China, Qigong utilizes breathing techniques, gentle movement and meditation to cleanse and revitalize the Qi (life energy).
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| Yoga Work on balance, flexibility, breath, concentration and posture.
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| Gentle Yoga Discover stillness in this deeply rejuvenating practice using props (blankets, bolsters, and blocks). We will experience supported postures as the body naturally balances itself. Exploring consciousness and relaxation with gentle yoga poses, breath work, and guided meditation as we release into a tranquil place for mind, body and spirit. This style is perfect for seniors, beginners, those recovering from an injury or surgery, or those who have health issues.
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| Aqua Cardio This hour long class focuses on all areas of the body through precise aquatic movements. Come splash with us!
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| Deep Water Aerobics This aqua aerobics class focuses on full body cardio and toning in both deep and shallow water while using weights, noodles, and kickboards.
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| Kettle Bell Pump Come try our newest class this semester! Our certified Kettle Bell Pump instructor will guide you through an all over workout that will burn fat, tone muscle, and work your cardio system to the max! Only 10 per class, so get here early!
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| Hatha Yoga Hatha yoga attempts to balance mind and body via physical postures, purification practices, breathing, and calming of the mind through relaxation and meditation. |
| Cardio Tone An advanced class that works both the cardiovascular system and spot tones large muscle groups within the body. This class will use free weights, resistance bands, body bars, and stability balls to stress all body systems! |
| Ashtanga Yoga An advanced yoga that will be taught for an hour and a half. This yoga will incorporate posture, breathing, and internal cleansing practices. |
| Morning Energize - Resistance A toning resistance training program for those who need that extra kick to get their morning started. |
| Morning Energize - Yoga Find your inner balance to start your day off right! Join us for a relaxing morning meditation. |
| The Bar - New! This class is 45 minutes long and utilizes the body bar. All exercises in this class are designed around using the body bar.
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| Steppin Up - New! Ready to step your way into shape? Then this is the class for you! This class utilizes adjustable step benches as the base of the cardiovascular workout. Some step experience is suggested for this class, as we will be steppin to an intermediate or advanced beat!
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Step Express - New! Are you a first time stepper? Heard the stories about step aerobics? Well come try it out. This express class will introduce you to stepping all while working up a great sweat!
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| Morning Boot Camp We will put you early risers to the test during our one hour morning boot camp. Participants will be pushed to the max while completing "boot camp" type exercises with a cardio flare. Join us every Tuesday/Thursday morning for the wake up you need! |