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Fitness: Strength and Training

A guide to physical fitness resources

Overview for Weights and Strength

One way to get fit is to put in time building up those muscles! There's many ways to do this, including hitting MSU's own Otto Rec center. Check out some of the resources below if you want more information!

MSU's Otto Rec Center
A full gym right here on campus, includes free-weights and weight machines. Free to students.
NY Magazine list of Online Workout Classes
To help you figure out which online workout classes and programs are actually worth the money, we asked our writers and editors to share their go-to online workouts, which include yoga and boxing, even dance cardio.
YMCA Personal Training, Mankato
Info on the YMCA's personal training options and facilities available.
Ignition Fitness & Sports, Mankato
A North Mankato family-owned gym. Provides training and events.
JP Fitness, Mankato
Offers personal and group training right here in Mankato
Tony the Trainer, Mankato
Link to a local Mankato strength trainer.

Weights and Strength Books from the General Collection

Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning-4th Ed.

Weight Training Without Injury

Weight Training-4th Edition

The Ultimate Guide to Weight Training for Track and Field

Strength Training for Fat Loss

Strength Training for Sport

Strength Band Training

Strength Training 2nd Edition

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