Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Climb your way to fitness success

Looking for a new fitness routine that uses your entire body? How about a workout that also incorporates your mind? Well, indoor rock climbing poses as a wonderful way to get your outer body and inner mind into shape.

Luckily, students at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) now have a rock climbing experience right under their nose. An indoor rock climbing wall was incorporated in the building of the new Student Recreation Center (SRC) at the San Fernando Valley campus.

Located at the entrance of the facility is the three-story high rock climbing wall. At 44 feet one is able to climb with all of the equipment, and even shoes, available for checkout by the SRC. So you can just come to the gym if you are a registered member and start climbing!
However, if a climbing staff member is not present at the desired time of climb then you must have completed the climbing wall safety orientation in order to scale solo. There SRC has a complete set of guidelines for using the wall.

Belaying refers to using ropes and harnesses, but you don’t have to be completely knowledgeable of the terms and best climbing moves in order to start your ascend. The staff at the SRC is equipped to train even those who have never used the ropes before or the wall. Beginners are definitely welcome. 
Check out essential tips for before, after and during rock climbing. It is important to take care of your body even after your workout has ended. Make sure you let your body have some rest after using a rock climbing wall and replenish yourself with plenty of water and complex carbohydrates.   

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