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Week of 3/31 to 4/06
Sunday, March 31st
6:00am - 10:30pm
  • Location: Fitness Center
  • Time: 6:00am - 10:30pm

This is a new challenge that requires you to perform as many burpees as possible within a 1-minute time limit. Burpees are fantastic full-body workouts that engage the upper body, lower body, and core. Not only do the focus on muscular fitness, but they train the muscles engaged for both endurance and power. The high intensity of this challenge is also a great way to exercise the heart and lungs. Come give it a try!

Rules:

  • Ask a FC Attendant to time you and keep count of your burpees.
  • Perform as many burpees as possible (while maintaining proper technique) within the one minute time frame.
  • Make sure a Fitness Center Attendant supervises your attempt and records the number of burpees you perform on the MOM board, adds up the total number of burpees (including in your previous trials), and places your name in the raffle.
  • Challenge can only be completed once per day.
  • The male and female who accumulate the most burpees will win $15 gift cards.
  • Two raffles will be drawn for $10 gift cards.

Proper Burpee Technique:

  • Begin in a standing, upright position.
  • Lower yourself into a standard squat position with hands on the floor in front of you
  • Kick your feet back to a pushup position
  • Proceed into a pushup (modifications allowed)
  • Immediately return feet to the squat position
  • Jump up as high as possible from the squat position
  • Repeat the above steps as fast as possible. Maintaining a fast pace is crucial for this exercise.
Monday, April 1st
6:00am - 10:30pm
  • Location: Fitness Center
  • Time: 6:00am - 10:30pm

An ultra marathon is a race defined as any running event longer than the traditional marathon race distance of 42 kilometers, or 26.1 miles. Every year, millions of people participate in these races across the nation. Running and walking are great cardiovascular exercises, targeting all the major muscle groups of the legs. Cardiovascular exercise promotes a healthy heart, lungs, and vascular system. This month, challenge yourself and begin getting in shape for the summer by running and/or walking as many miles as possible on any of the treadmills in the Fitness Center!

Rules:

  • Notify a FC Attendant before you begin
  • Use any treadmill in the Fitness Center
  • Ellipticals, bikes, and the track do not count for this challenge
  • When you finish, alert a FC Attendant to record your miles on the MOM board
  • Participate as many times as you can
  • The winner will be the person who completes the most miles throughout the month of April
  • The male and female who complete the most miles will win a $15 Mellow Mushroom Gift Card
  • Each time you participate, your name will be entered into a raffle for one of two $10 Mellow Mushroom Gift Cards
  • Participate at least twice in the month to receive WellU® credit
5:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Location: Preston Center
  • Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Food is your body’s fuel in the backcountry.  Learn how to make gourmet meals that will surely please a hungry crowd.  This hands-on clinic will teach you the basics of planning, packing, preparing, and eating in the backcountry.  Come hungry as there will be plenty of food!

All Day
  • Location: Hattie L. Preston Sports Complex
  • Time: All Day
All Day
  • Location: Imleagues.com
  • Time: All Day
All Day
  • Location: Preston Center
  • Time: All Day
All Day
  • Location: imleagues.com
  • Time: All Day
All Day
  • Location: Preston Center
  • Time: All Day
Tuesday, April 2nd
6:00am - 10:30pm
  • Location: Fitness Center
  • Time: 6:00am - 10:30pm

An ultra marathon is a race defined as any running event longer than the traditional marathon race distance of 42 kilometers, or 26.1 miles. Every year, millions of people participate in these races across the nation. Running and walking are great cardiovascular exercises, targeting all the major muscle groups of the legs. Cardiovascular exercise promotes a healthy heart, lungs, and vascular system. This month, challenge yourself and begin getting in shape for the summer by running and/or walking as many miles as possible on any of the treadmills in the Fitness Center!

Rules:

  • Notify a FC Attendant before you begin
  • Use any treadmill in the Fitness Center
  • Ellipticals, bikes, and the track do not count for this challenge
  • When you finish, alert a FC Attendant to record your miles on the MOM board
  • Participate as many times as you can
  • The winner will be the person who completes the most miles throughout the month of April
  • The male and female who complete the most miles will win a $15 Mellow Mushroom Gift Card
  • Each time you participate, your name will be entered into a raffle for one of two $10 Mellow Mushroom Gift Cards
  • Participate at least twice in the month to receive WellU® credit
All Day
  • Location: Preston Center
  • Time: All Day
All Day
  • Location: Preston Center
  • Time: All Day
Wednesday, April 3rd
6:00am - 10:30pm
  • Location: Fitness Center
  • Time: 6:00am - 10:30pm

An ultra marathon is a race defined as any running event longer than the traditional marathon race distance of 42 kilometers, or 26.1 miles. Every year, millions of people participate in these races across the nation. Running and walking are great cardiovascular exercises, targeting all the major muscle groups of the legs. Cardiovascular exercise promotes a healthy heart, lungs, and vascular system. This month, challenge yourself and begin getting in shape for the summer by running and/or walking as many miles as possible on any of the treadmills in the Fitness Center!

Rules:

  • Notify a FC Attendant before you begin
  • Use any treadmill in the Fitness Center
  • Ellipticals, bikes, and the track do not count for this challenge
  • When you finish, alert a FC Attendant to record your miles on the MOM board
  • Participate as many times as you can
  • The winner will be the person who completes the most miles throughout the month of April
  • The male and female who complete the most miles will win a $15 Mellow Mushroom Gift Card
  • Each time you participate, your name will be entered into a raffle for one of two $10 Mellow Mushroom Gift Cards
  • Participate at least twice in the month to receive WellU® credit
6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Location: South Lawn or Preston Center's Multipurpose Room
  • Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Join ORAC on the first Wednesday of the month for an adventure film showing.  The film will either be shown outside under the stars of South Lawn or inside in the Preston Center’s Multipurpose Room.  Check on the ORAC website for what film will be presented each month.  Snacks will be provided. 

All Day
  • Location: Preston Center
  • Time: All Day
Thursday, April 4th
6:00am - 10:30pm
  • Location: Fitness Center
  • Time: 6:00am - 10:30pm

An ultra marathon is a race defined as any running event longer than the traditional marathon race distance of 42 kilometers, or 26.1 miles. Every year, millions of people participate in these races across the nation. Running and walking are great cardiovascular exercises, targeting all the major muscle groups of the legs. Cardiovascular exercise promotes a healthy heart, lungs, and vascular system. This month, challenge yourself and begin getting in shape for the summer by running and/or walking as many miles as possible on any of the treadmills in the Fitness Center!

Rules:

  • Notify a FC Attendant before you begin
  • Use any treadmill in the Fitness Center
  • Ellipticals, bikes, and the track do not count for this challenge
  • When you finish, alert a FC Attendant to record your miles on the MOM board
  • Participate as many times as you can
  • The winner will be the person who completes the most miles throughout the month of April
  • The male and female who complete the most miles will win a $15 Mellow Mushroom Gift Card
  • Each time you participate, your name will be entered into a raffle for one of two $10 Mellow Mushroom Gift Cards
  • Participate at least twice in the month to receive WellU® credit
All Day
  • Location: Preston Center
  • Time: All Day
Friday, April 5th
6:00am - 10:30pm
  • Location: Fitness Center
  • Time: 6:00am - 10:30pm

An ultra marathon is a race defined as any running event longer than the traditional marathon race distance of 42 kilometers, or 26.1 miles. Every year, millions of people participate in these races across the nation. Running and walking are great cardiovascular exercises, targeting all the major muscle groups of the legs. Cardiovascular exercise promotes a healthy heart, lungs, and vascular system. This month, challenge yourself and begin getting in shape for the summer by running and/or walking as many miles as possible on any of the treadmills in the Fitness Center!

Rules:

  • Notify a FC Attendant before you begin
  • Use any treadmill in the Fitness Center
  • Ellipticals, bikes, and the track do not count for this challenge
  • When you finish, alert a FC Attendant to record your miles on the MOM board
  • Participate as many times as you can
  • The winner will be the person who completes the most miles throughout the month of April
  • The male and female who complete the most miles will win a $15 Mellow Mushroom Gift Card
  • Each time you participate, your name will be entered into a raffle for one of two $10 Mellow Mushroom Gift Cards
  • Participate at least twice in the month to receive WellU® credit
All Day
  • Location: Horse Shoe Canyon Ranch, AR
  • Time: All Day

The Arkansas Adventure Programming conference is a student oriented programming weekend for individuals who want to connect with other outdoor educational enthusiasts. Conference attendees from the state of Arkansas can share ideas and practices while attendees from neighboring states can learn about what Arkansas has to offer. Whether you are a part of a seasoned outdoor program or thinking about starting a program, Arkansas Adventure Programming Conference is for you!  The conference is located at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, home to over 300 bolted climbing routes and over 130 bouldering problems.  Located next to the Buffalo River, Horseshoe Canyon Ranch and the surrounding area is a mecca for climbing, paddling, hiking, disc golf, and cycling.

Saturday, April 6th
6:00am - 10:30pm
  • Location: Fitness Center
  • Time: 6:00am - 10:30pm

An ultra marathon is a race defined as any running event longer than the traditional marathon race distance of 42 kilometers, or 26.1 miles. Every year, millions of people participate in these races across the nation. Running and walking are great cardiovascular exercises, targeting all the major muscle groups of the legs. Cardiovascular exercise promotes a healthy heart, lungs, and vascular system. This month, challenge yourself and begin getting in shape for the summer by running and/or walking as many miles as possible on any of the treadmills in the Fitness Center!

Rules:

  • Notify a FC Attendant before you begin
  • Use any treadmill in the Fitness Center
  • Ellipticals, bikes, and the track do not count for this challenge
  • When you finish, alert a FC Attendant to record your miles on the MOM board
  • Participate as many times as you can
  • The winner will be the person who completes the most miles throughout the month of April
  • The male and female who complete the most miles will win a $15 Mellow Mushroom Gift Card
  • Each time you participate, your name will be entered into a raffle for one of two $10 Mellow Mushroom Gift Cards
  • Participate at least twice in the month to receive WellU® credit
All Day
  • Location: Horse Shoe Canyon Ranch, AR
  • Time: All Day

The Arkansas Adventure Programming conference is a student oriented programming weekend for individuals who want to connect with other outdoor educational enthusiasts. Conference attendees from the state of Arkansas can share ideas and practices while attendees from neighboring states can learn about what Arkansas has to offer. Whether you are a part of a seasoned outdoor program or thinking about starting a program, Arkansas Adventure Programming Conference is for you!  The conference is located at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, home to over 300 bolted climbing routes and over 130 bouldering problems.  Located next to the Buffalo River, Horseshoe Canyon Ranch and the surrounding area is a mecca for climbing, paddling, hiking, disc golf, and cycling.

All Day
  • Location: Preston Center Courts 4, 5, & 6
  • Time: All Day

Our Women's Volleyball Club will be hosting a home tournament! Come show them your support!


 


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