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Fitness Equipment Orientations

We offer a variety of orientations led by our certified personal trainers. Orientations are held at the fitness center at the Health and Recreation Center (Building M) and are free to Health and Recreation Center members. Orientations will vary on the needs of those who drop-in. Our orientations are perfect for anyone who:

  • is new to the Health and Recreation Center
  • new to working out
  • wants to switch up their usual workout
  • wants to meet a workout buddy

Contact Laura Crisman to set up an equipment orientation at lcrisman@harpercollege.edu.

Equipment Orientation Types:

Cardio Equipment Orientation

In this orientation, we will walk you through and show you how to use the cardio equipment so that you can maximize your workouts by learning how to utilize all features of the equipment.

Functional Strength Training Equipment Orientation

Learn how to ease the strain of everyday life with our functional strength equipment. We will walk you through and show you how to use the LifeFitness Cable Motion machines, the SYNRGY360 system, Kettlebells, TRX, bands and medicine balls. We will also demonstrate some common exercises that can be done to improve your functional fitness.

Selectorized Weight Machine Orientation

Want to target specific muscle groups with some assistance? Learn how to use our Matrix selectorized machines to target your upper body, lower body and core. This orientation will walk you through how to use machines like the Leg Extension, Prone Leg Curl, Leg Press, Shoulder Press, Lat Pulldown, Chest Press, and Abdominal machines to name a few.

Free Weight / Power Lifting Orientation

Ready to get into weightlifting and/or power lifting or switch up your current routine? Look no further! In this orientation, we will walk you through the ins and outs of the free weight area including Dumbbells, Barbells. Squat Racks, Power Lifting Platforms, so you can take your fitness to the next level.

Questions?

Please contact Laura Crisman with questions at lcrisman@harpercollege.edu or 847.925.6825 

Last Updated: 3/10/23