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Massage

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There are many benefits to receiving massage. Just a few include helping to alleviate low-back pain, reduce spasms and cramping; increase joint flexibility, improve circulation, and stress reduction. 
 
Massage Therapist
Appointments are available on Tuesday afternoons with session times ranging from 10-60 minutes.  Prices start as low as $10!

Find out what massage can do for you.   Contact Shirmel Richards at srichards@ico.edu to schedule an appointment or to learn more.
 
 
 
 
 
 

Welcome to the Fitness Center

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We currently offer the following fitness services: body fat analysis, cardiovascular endurance analysis, equipment orientation, fitness assessment, flexibility analysis, general fitness consultation, sports-specific training analysis, strength and endurance analysis, and workout program design. Articles, brochures, pamphlets, and other reference materials on a variety of health and wellness topics are also available.

Fitness Classes

The ICO Fitness Center offers a variety of fitness classes. Class schedules will be posted here at the View, outside the gym, and in the Focal Point. Classes are free to students, staff, and faculty. If you are interested in leading walking/running groups or fitness classes, please contact Shirmel Richards at x7460.

Information Hotline

 The ICO Fitness Center Information Line can be reached at x7462. This line contains information on fitness center happenings. If you have a sports- or fitness-related event you’d like to advertise on this line, please let me know.


 


Exercise Class Schedule

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No Classes during Holiday Break - Group Exercise Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 6th, 2009.
 

Class Descriptions

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Abs Blast:   Fifteen minutes of nothing but abs & lower back.  Tone and strengthen your core from every angle!
 
Bellydancing:  The class format will cover basic belly dancing moves and use a building block format.  Whether you want to learn a new dance style or get some great exercise this is the class for you!

Bootcamp: Keep yourself moving with alternating segments of exercise from jumping rope to pushups.  Your body will be challenged!

Boxing Combat:  A circuit training class combining boxing & mitt work with intervals of sports conditioning moves guaranteed to workup a sweat.  Preregistration required, email srichards@ico.edu

Hatha Yoga:  Combine posture and breath control in a series of asanas that are used to still the mind and boost energy. 

Indoor Cycle:  Intense 45 minute workout taking you through a ride filled with hills & valleys.  Burn up to 1,000 calories in one hour!   

Always check the Fitness Info Line ext. 7462 for weekly schedule updates.

Pilates Mat:  Pilates uses breath work and slow executed movements to strengthen the core muscles—abdominals, glutes, lower back, and hip flexors.  It also lengthens the spine, strengthens and elongates muscles, and increases body awareness and flexibility. 

Sculpt Blast:  Get a total body strength workout in less than an hour using tools like the BOSU, bands, body bar and much more!

WOW (Women on Weights):  Learn how to tone and shape your entire body using the strength equipment in the Fitness Center.  Preregistration required, email srichards@ico.edu.


Massage Appointment Calendar

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Fitness Events

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ICO Special Event


Fitness Events Around Chicago

 

November 12th thru March 15th 2009 - Millenium Park Ice Skating
Warm up with a few rounds on the outdoor rink. Call in advance for availability (private parties may change hours slightly). 

55 N. Michigan Ave.

 Price:  Free (skate rental $9)

Call for more information:  312-742-1168

November 29th thru February 28th 2008 - Midway Plaisance Park Ice Skating
Outdoor ice rink conveniently located close to ICO campus. 

Price:  Free but skate rental $9

Call for more information:  312-745-2470

January 2-16th, 2009 - Chicago Park District - Workout for free at the Chicago Park district during this time.  This is a great time to take advantage of the CPD's indoor pool and boxing equipment.

 

 January 1st, 2009 - New Years Day 5k 2009

Start the year off on the right foot and join us for the first 5K of the year! Chip Timing is available again this year! You must sign up in advance to participate in the chip timed run. NO CHIP TIMING REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY. Of course you can still participate without a chip and walk or run for fun! The run and walk starts and finishes in Lincoln Park.

https://www.signmeup.com/site/reg/register.aspx?fid=NG2V8K7              

 January 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, 2009 - Sunday Morning Class (11am) Core Power Yoga

Lululemon Athletica, 900 N. Michigan Avenue, 3rd floor is sponsoring the following power yoga classes for the New Year.  Join them on Sunday morning from 11-12pm for a complimentary Yoga class taught by an instructor from Core Power Yoga.

 Mar 08, 2009 - Climb Chicago

Climb 45 floors of one, two, three or all four towers to help fight lung disease through the American Lung Association.

For more details, http://www.mrsnv.com/evt/home.jsp?id=2224

 Apr 04, 2009 - 10th Annual Chicago Lakefront 50K George Cheung Memorial Race

This 3 loop, USAT&F Certified course runs all along the Lakefront Path. Medals to all finishers, tech shirts to all registrants and Beth's red beans and rice for everyone.

For more information, visit http://www.chicagoultra.org/

 

 


Hours

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Fall/Winter Hours:


                
Monday - Friday          6:00 am - 12:00 am
Saturday - Sunday        8:00 am - 12:00 am
 
For gym closings and changes to the schedule, please periodically check the Fitness Center Information Line:  312-949-7462.

Employment

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Are you a certified Fitness Instructor, Dance Instructor or Personal Trainer?

The Fitness Center is currently looking for enthusiastic dance or fitness leaders. Please email a letter of interest to srichards@ico.edu for immediate consideration.