Boot Camp

Instructed by Mat Shalenko

DESCRIPTION

Boot Camp is a physical training program designed to build strength and fitness through a variety of intense group intervals.

Training typically begins with a dynamic warmup, followed by a wide variety of interval training, including lifting weights/objects, pushups/situps, plyometrics, and various types of intense explosive routines. Sessions usually finish with a cooldown period. Many other exercises using weights and/or body weight are used to lose body fat, increase cardiovascular efficiency, increase strength, and help people get into a routine of regular exercise.

Boot camps provide social support for those taking part. This provides a different environment for those exercisers who get bored in a gym and find it hard to develop a habit of exercise. Participants make friends and socialize as they exercise. An advantage of a boot camp is that the large group dynamic will often help motivate the participants. There are many other benefits of a fitness boot camp,including mental health. Regular aerobic exercise can help to reduce high blood pressure, hypertension and combat stress.

EQUIPMENT

Shoes and exercise mat required.

FALL/WINTER  DATES & TIMES

October 23 – May 15
(No class 12/25, 1/1)

Wednesdays, Fridays 6:15 – 7:15 AM

COSTS

$5.00 per class or buy a $55.00 punch card good for 12 classes

REGISTRATION

Pre-registration not required, register with the instructor at the time of the class. Please note that all participants must be members in order to take any fitness classes at Lakeside.

FREE CLASSES

January 8, 10