If you’re not already practically living in Campus Rec’s cardio room, their win as our reader-voted “Best Place To WorkOut” should be your hint that you’re missing out. Good news, though. You can still join the party.

Campus Rec isn’t just a gym; it’s the heartbeat of student energy on campus, which is exactly why the title fits. It’s where stress goes to die, friendships get formed, and “I’ll work out tomorrow” finally turns into actually showing up.

Inside the facility, you’ll find a state-of-the-art fitness center, multiple indoor courts, a lap and leisure pool, and light-filled lounging spaces that make group classes and solo workouts feel more like hangouts rather than workouts.

There’s the climbing center for the adventurous, complete with a 30-foot rock wall and all gear provided.

Maybe you just feel like moving, or squeezing in a quick sweat between classes. Campus Rec’s group fitness program throws around hours of classes each week. Between yoga, Zumba, cycling, strength training, and more, there’s rarely a time you can’t find something you dig.

Prefer to push yourself more? The staff includes certified personal trainers ready to help you shape your goals, whether you’re a weekend warrior or training for something bigger.

For a school environment where time and money are both tight, Campus Rec hits the sweet spot between convenience and quality.

So whether you’re hauling textbooks or just trying to say sane between exams, Campus Rec turns working out into a campus-wide hangout. The “Best Place to Work Out” trophy isn’t just hype. It’s well earned.

Learn more about Campus Recreation here.

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