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5 Places For Alabama Students To Work Out BESIDE The Rec

Trying to avoid the muscle-head jocks of the Student Rec? Look no further.

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5 Places For Alabama Students To Work Out BESIDE The Rec
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Are the muscle heads of the student recreation centers intimidating for you? Is it impossible to workout on your own? Simply need something new? The city of Tuscaloosa has gained several new and exciting workout franchises over the last year.

From boxing to high-intensity interval training there's something that meets everyone's workout needs. Here are the top five fitness locations to check out beside the student rec centers on Alabama's campus

1. Orangetheory Fitness

Located right over the train tracks, OTF gives you a fun, competitive way to keep track of your lost calories during your workout. Offers 60-minute classes for beginners and advanced members. An added bonus is your first class is free!

2. 9 Rounds Tuscaloosa

Fully equipped with a nine-station boxing format that will keep everyone on their toes. It is especially fun to go with a group of friends!

3.The Barre Code

A full body exercise specifically designed to focus on strength building, cardio, and restoration of the female body.

4.Iron Tribe Fitness

The instructors incorporate HIIT-style training to help you get in touch with your body. They offer personal trainers to assist feel with group exercise experiences as well as making sure you are achieving your goals.

5.CrossFit

For those looking to gain some serious gains, CrossFit is for you. With the numerous competitions, both against yourself and other members they have on a monthly basis it makes working out more enjoyable.

If you meant to make working out your new year resolution but got too lazy, try any of these. Get excited about working out and feeling good by trying a workout you can actually enjoy.

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