Lewis & Clark students have countless clubs and activities to choose from. However, two hubs of campus athletic life, the Pamplin weight room and the Zehntbauer Swim Pavilion, can be intimidating realms to students less acquainted with the athletic side of LC. Luckily, it is a quick and easy process to get started using the facilities.
The weight room features multi-use weight machines that safely work out many parts of the body. They are a great tool for beginners that are looking to try a form of strength and resistance training. A large section of the floor is dedicated to a free weight area complete with all the dumbbells, kettlebells, barbells, medicine balls and resistance bands that one could possibly need. If cardio activities are preferred, stationary bikes, treadmills and ellipticals are free to use at any time when Pamplin is open and are located on the main level in front of the gymnasium.
As an LC student, to gain access to the weight room, one has to register for a time slot at lcpioneers-weightroom.youcanbook.me. The weight room is open at varying hours every day of the week, but time slots fill up fast, so it is best to plan your workouts in advance. Make sure to sanitize everything before and after you use it, and wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. There will be a supervisor ensuring the COVID-19 protocols are being followed properly and weights are being used safely.
The Zehntbauer pool is another athletic resource available for all students (provided it has not been booked for athletic team usage). As of Sept. 29, its hours are 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. on every day of the week except for Saturday, and 8:00 a.m to 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. The pavilion is located directly next to Pamplin Sports Center. It boasts an eight-lane swimming pool, starting blocks for each lane, two diving boards (one-meter and three-meter) and several exercise bikes. The pool also hosts competitions and events, and has stadium seating for up to 300 spectators.
The gym and pool are maintained by the athletic facility staff and custodians, who ensure that it is kept clean and functional for all to use. Keep in mind that the schedule of these facilities may be subject to change, and it is updated (along with the schedule of the rest of LC’s athletic facilities) regularly at lcpioneers.com. Make sure to follow COVID-19 guidelines at all times, especially concerning mask regulations. Have a spotter for you when you lift weights, and do not swim without a lifeguard. Remember, these facilities are here to help you, so exercise safely and have fun.
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