Need to get out of your room? Are you feeling down, bored, in need of a distraction or a boost of energy?
Whatever your reason is, we all have a reason to get up and get active. But figuring out where to start can be the hardest part. Provided below is a simple UWM student guide to staying healthy, active, and connected while exploring the charming city of Milwaukee, the place you now proudly call home.
No car? No problem. You don’t have to leave campus to get moving!
As a UWM student, you have access to tons of on-campus resources to help you stay active, healthy, and strong throughout your college career. Whether you want to throw on some headphones and zone out, try a new form of movement, meet new people, or just walk on the treadmill, UWM almost definitely has something that fits your vibe.
Find your fitness at the Klotsche Center
The Klotsche Center is the heart of fitness at UWM. It houses a variety of activity spaces to try many different forms of exercise. A few highlights include:
- Pavilion Gym
- Weight Room
- Cardio Room
- Swimming Pool
- Rentable Activity Rooms
- Functional Fitness Studio
You can visit UREC’s website to look for hours, locations, and room details. If you’re stuck in the dorm and still itching to move, explore the fitness centers inside University Housing, including Cambridge Commons and Kenilworth Square Apartments.
Try Out a New Fitness Style
University Recreation’s Group-X classes are a fantastic way to stay active — all taught by highly trained instructors. Some class options include: Yoga, Group Cycle, Guts & Butts, and HIT. Students can register, check out the schedule, or read more information on their website.
Bring Your Social Battery to Your Fitness Journey
Try out some of UW-Milwaukee’s clubs and organizations!
- Miss being part of a team? Looking to try a new sport? Want to meet others who share your hobbies? Intramural sports are a great way to stay active while connecting with fellow Panthers. These groups offer friendly competition, supportive teammates, and a fun way to exercise.
- UWM has a wide range of sports clubs where you can get moving, meet new people, and participate in a sport you already love (or try something totally new). You can explore the many existing clubs on campus or create a new group.
Explore Milwaukee While Staying Active
Need a break from campus? The city of Milwaukee offers plenty of ways to get moving while exploring a new neighborhood, discovering new food, or meeting new people.
Fuel Your Body With Some of Milwaukee’s Highly Rated Healthy Eats:
- Beans & Barley
- Sweetgreen
- Milwaukee Public Market
- Beerline Café
- Twisted Plants
- Forage Kitchen
Looking to broaden your social circle in a healthy way?
Check out these fitness clubs and events located in Milwaukee on Instagram:
- Milwaukee Wellness Society — @milwaukeewellnesssociety
- Girls Who Walk Milwaukee — @girlswhowalkmke
- City Limits Run Club — @citylimits.rc
- MKE Fit Fair (monthly event) — @mkefitfair
- The Hive Wellness & Social — @hivemke
Want to dedicate more time to a specific Fitness Style?
Check out these cost-friendly (as possible) options in Milwaukee:
- Yoga? Try out Empower Yoga Milwaukee!
- Cycling? Try out Spinn MKE The Cycle Studio!
- Pilates? Try out Body in Balance Pilates Studio!
- Strength Training? Try out Train Moment in MKE!
- Dance Fitness? Try out Dance Works MKE!
Whether you’re new to your fitness style or always looking for new ways to be active, Milwaukee has a place for you. Being active is not always easy, but it is always worth it.
Gwen Ulfig (she/her)
UW-Milwaukee Student