There’s nothing more rejuvenating than a jog through campus on a nice, sunny day. Now that winter has finally reared its ugly head, those warm days are few and far between. Luckily for ISU students, the Lied Recreation Athletic Center offers a myriad of fitness classes to entice even the most devout couch potatoes. Whether you’re into high-energy kickboxing workouts, or serene yoga sessions, you’re bound to find a class that trips your trigger.

If you’re looking for a cardio workout:

Kickboxing

Kickboxing combines boxing, martial arts and aerobics to get a total body workout. Not only is kickboxing a good form of exercise, it can also be taken to the competitive level. It would be wise to ease into a sport of this high intensity level, as soreness usually follows. Alexandra King, sophomore in liberal arts and sciences-open option, participated in a kickboxing class. “I was sore for about a week after,” she said. “I’m used to working out a lot and I was really pleased with the intensity level that the instructor provided for the class.”

If you’re looking for a sculpting workout:

Butts-n-Guts

Want a lower body makeover? This class is for you. Butts-n-Guts focuses on your legs, butt and abs. Recently, fitness experts have put a huge emphasis on the importance of a strong core – the area around your trunk and pelvis. Essentially, every motion your body makes stems from your core muscles. For a twist on the original Butts-n-Guts class, try Butts-n-Guts BOSU, which adds the element of the BOSU Balance Trainer ball for a more intense workout.

If you’re looking for a cycling workout:

Expedition I

Don’t let the size restrictions on these classes keep you from giving them a try. Kelsey Brinkman, senior in health and human performance and class instructor for Expedition I, said, “Class sizes are smaller, so instructors can get to know students, which helps make it a really comfortable setting.” One of the factors that makes cycling appealing is the variety of rides and levels of intensity. Cycling also doesn’t require great coordination like some other classes do. Even if you’re rhythmically challenged, you can still get a great workout.

If you’re looking for a mind and body workout:

Pilates Strength

The practice of Pilates was developed by a man named Joseph Pilates. Oddly enough, the first people to use this form of exercise were prisoners. While in a German prison camp during World War II, Pilates introduced this series of stretches and balancing acts to his fellow inmates. Pilates is a low-impact form of exercise, ideal for people recovering from injuries. Not only does Pilates help strengthen your muscles, but also improves circulation.

If you’re looking for a water aerobics workout:

Deep Water

Experts suggest switching up your exercise routine to keep from boring yourself and losing momentum.

What better way to change your workout than to jump in the pool? Water aerobics gives you the opportunity to work every single muscle in your body while using the water as a force against your muscles. Don’t think you have to be an Olympic swimmer to get involved in this class; flotation belts are provided.