Get Pumped for the New Fitness Center

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Little by little, Rocketts residents are learning more about one-another. Now that the fitness center at 210 Rock is open, they will know who can bench press 250 pounds, and who flexes in the mirror between every set.

The fitness center location is not meant to be permanent but has most of what you need to stay in shape, from elliptical machines and treadmills to stack weights and dumbbells. Also, let’s not forget the flat-screen TV.

Construction on the 1,800 square-foot, two room site began back in April and was completed last month. It will serve as temporary location for Rocketts residents to exercise until the riverfront community center, which will house the permanent gym, is completed.

“Access to an onsite fitness center is part of the Rocketts homeowners’ package,” said Community Manager, Amanda Madden.  “I think that everyone here is pleased to have a place to exercise until the community center opens.”

A number of residents took advantage of an informational workout session this past weekend. The session was hosted by Teresa Glauser of Elite Fitness Systems, the company that outfitted the new fitness center with its exercise equipment.  

 “I showed the class how to use each piece of equipment safely and effectively,” Glauser said. “People want to see results when they’re exercising. So, it is important to learn to do things right.”

Yes, that means you, Mr. cut-off sleeves, grunting bench-presser.

Glauser also runs the personal training business, Take Action, and she hopes that Rocketts residents will opt for more private fitness classes at the new fitness center in the future. 

“I’m already meeting with two ladies from this past weekend’s class again on Friday,” she said. “I’d also like the residents to do a survey on what exercise classes they would be willing to attend at what times. When it comes to exercise, it’s important to give people not what you think they are interested in but what they want.”

The new fitness center is open to all residents 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and you can contact Teresa Glauser at (804) 432-1251 to set up an appointment.