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Announcements/Reminders |
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Hello AggieFit members,
This is our newest section and we hope you bookmark. News & Information replaces our quarterly newsletter. It enables you to quickly peruse the major components of AggieFit while at the same time be notified of announcements and events.
Flu shots are available at the Campus Health Center. The cost is $20. Call 575.646.1512 to make an appointment.
We value your membership. To show our appreciation, AggieFit has arranged a 15% discount with a preeminent day spa in Las Cruces:
Carmona's Salon & Day Spa
To schedule an appointment, call Carmona's (575.523.5736), provide your Banner, AggieFit or LAPP ID number. Same day appointments will be accommodated if available, otherwise, a future reservation is the ideal recommendation.
NOTE: Your spouse/partner and children must be enrolled in AggieFit for them to also obtain the 15% discount. Provide their AF or LAPP ID number when calling.
IMPORTANT: Confirmation of AF membership is required. AF membership must be current.
Products and services are limited to availability.
AggieFit Instructors |
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A key benefit of an AggieFit membership is the plethora of fitness classes offered. Below are our Fitness instructors for the Summer semester of 2012. If you have any questions/concerns regarding a class, please feel free to email them. Our instructors are here to help you with your fitness journey.
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Kayla Frawley |
Yoga |
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Talia Gilmour |
Indoor Cycling, Body Tone |
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Maria Gover |
Cardio Kickboxing |
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Tammy Gutierrez |
Power Cut, Cardio Combo |
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Rachel Lamb |
Body Sculpting, Interval Blast |
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Mike Luchau (Volunteer) |
Indoor Cycling |
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Cecil Luchau |
Indoor Cycling |
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Shon Meyer |
Fitness/ Wellness Director |
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Nayeli Moreno |
Indoor Cycling |
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Michele Nishiguchi (Volunteer) |
Indoor Cycling |
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Dawn Patterson |
Pilates & Core Fitness, Cardio Combo, Aquatic Fitness |
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Krissy Smith |
Body-Blast, Indoor Cycling |
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Elizabeth Soto |
Zumba |
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Jessica Trembly |
Zumba, Pilates |
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Annajolie Warren |
Zumba |
Ask Shon |
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Shon Meyer 575.646.5178 smeyer@nmsu.edu AF Fitness Classes |
Q: What are the differences between machine-based and free weight strength exercises? Are there significant advantages of one format over another?
Answer: When comparing strength training equipment, most fitness facilities (including the NMSU Activity Center) feature two primary types of equipment: free weight equipment and machine-based equipment. To distinguish between the two, free weight equipment includes any pieces that can be utilized in a mobile state and usually include hand-held dumbbells as well as barbells of various weight. Machine exercises usually feature a fixed station and utilize either a sequenced stack of weight plates with a pin or weighted plates that can be added for desired resistance (e.g. the brand Hammer Strength).
The most popular weight-training devices available during the first half of the 20th century were plate-loaded barbells. Strength training machines were developed in the middle of the century but did not become popular until the 1970's. With subsequent technological improvements to these machines, a debate arose over which of the two training modalities was better. Free weights require that the individual balance the resistance through the entire lifting motion. Thus, one could logically assume that free weights are a better training modality because additional stabilizing muscles are needed to balance the resistance as it is moved through the range of motion. Research, however, has not shown any differences in strength development between the two exercise modalities.
Although each modality has pros and cons, muscles do not know whether the source of a resistance is a barbell, a dumbbell, weight machine or cinder block. What determines the extent of a person's strength development is the quality of the program and the individual's effort during the training program itself-not the type of equipment used. The following displays various advantages of each modality:
Free Weights-Advantages
- Cost: Free weights are much less expensive than most exercise machines. On a limited budget, free weights are a better option.
- Variety: A bar and a few plates can be used to perform many exercises to strengthen most muscles in the body.
- Portability: Free weights can be easily moved from one area or station to another.
- Balance: Free weights require that a person balanced the weight through the entire range of motion. This feature involves additional stabilizing muscles to keep the weight moving properly.
- One size fits all: People of almost all ages can use free weights. A drawback of machines is that individuals who are at the extremes in terms of height or limb length often do not fit into the machines. In particular, small women and adolescents are at a disadvantage.
- Safety: Machines are safer because spotters are rarely needed to monitor exercises.
- Selection: A few exercises - such as lat pull-downs, leg curls, and others - can only be performed with machines.
- Variable resistance: Most machines provide variable resistance. Free weights provide only fixed resistance.
- Isolation: Individual muscles are better isolated with machines because stabilizing muscles are not used to balance the weight during the exercise.
- Time: Exercising with machines requires less time because users can set the resistance quickly by using the selector pin instead of having to manually change dumbbells or weight plates on both sides of a barbell.
- Flexibility: Most machines can provide resistance over a greater range of movement during the exercise, thereby contributing to more flexibility in the joints.
- Skill acquisition: Learning a new exercise movement and performing it correctly is faster because the machine controls the direction of the movement.
In summary, the selection of either type primarily depends upon the overall experience and skill level of the subject. For example, a novice weight trainer may rely more heavily upon machine exercises in their initial months of training as these movements act as "training wheels," so to speak, emphasizing proper techniques that later can be transferred to similar free weight movements. An intermediate to advanced strength trainer, on the other hand, may rely primarily on free weight exercises and sporadically include machine exercises to emphasize variety as their motor skills towards strength movements have adapted and now require the extra stability stimulus that free weight movements provide. Regardless of either option, it is important to emphasize that both modalities offer various benefits to any skill and fitness level and careful consideration should be incorporated by any strength trainer regarding the inclusion of either exercise format.
If you would like to "Ask Shon" a question, please send your inquiry to smeyer@nmsu.edu.
Health |
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Amanda Gallivan 575.646.4045 agalliva@nmsu.edu |
Amanda Gallivan is the Health Educator at the Campus Health Center (CHC). Health promotion is a movement toward a better quality of life through proactive measures. She is involved in many campus health related activities and Amanda is a good contact for AggieFit members.
Flu shots are available at the Campus Health Center. The cost is $20. Call 575.646.1512 to make an appointment.
Outdoor Recreation |
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Ben Gabriel 575.646.4746 bgabriel@nmsu.edu |
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Matthew Brigance 575.646.4252 mattlb@nmsu.edu |
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Daniel Skaggs Ryan 575.646.4252 mx@nmsu.edu |
The New Mexico State University Outdoor Recreation program provides dynamic facilities and programs to meet the needs of students, faculty, staff and the community. We offer opportunities to meet new people, see new places and have new and diverse experiences. We encourage you to explore the world around you and learn about yourself, others, and your environment. Please join us in one of our adventures or in assisting you with planning and outfitting yours.
Costs for AggieFit members and their families to use the indoor Climbing Wall.
NOTE: Climbers under the age of 12 must be supervised by a parent/guardian. Private lessons, clinics, climbing wall rental and Beastie Bouldering Competition are also available. Please contact Outdoor Recreation at outdoor@nmsu.edu or 575.646.4252 for further details. |
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Inquire about Special Packages up to 30% off at the Outdoor Recreation Center: 575.646.4252 or outdoor@nmsu.edu.
NMSU Aquatic Center |
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Danois Montoya 575.646.1708 danois@nmsu.edu |
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Sasha Garcia 575.646.5150 smirnova@nmsu.edu |
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Michelle Mason 575.646.4229 mmason10@nmsu.edu |
For the ultimate anti-aging workout, grab a swimsuit and head to the NMSU Aquatic Center. Water exercise is a low injury activity and full body toning that is easy on the joints.
The buoyancy provided by the water helps to protect your joints from the shocking impact usually associated with exercising on land. So if you are limited to exercise due to arthritis, injury, or just want a different approach to working out the pool might be a wonderful idea.
Water activity can decrease stress, blood pressure, tension, weight, pain, impact on joints and lower risk of injury. Water activity can increase strength, flexibility, energy, range of motion, muscle tone, oxygen/circulation, endurance, balance, coordination, and fun. Come join us for aquatic fitness!
Swim School Registration begins Monday, Jan. 23. Swim school is from Feb. 4 - April 21.
- Aggie Outlaws (1.4 M PDF)
- Aquatic Center Hours
- Aquatic Center FAQ's
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Brian Westhues 575.646.4061 brianjw@nmsu.edu |
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Jordyn Eaton jeaton@nmsu.edu |
Participation in Intramural Sports is a great way stay active and meet great people in the NMSU community. You can also get to better know roommates in your residence hall, members of your greek chapter, or student organization. Whether you participated in high school athletics, or just want to try out a new sport for fun, there is an activity for you. Winners of championship games are awarded with t-shirts that can be worn around campus for braggin' rights.
Click on the Intramural Sports link to see when we have your sport available.
Remember, as AggieFit members, you are eligible to participate in intramural sports.
Start a team, join a team or simply watch. Spouses/Partners enrolled on your plan are also eligible.