{"id":17967,"date":"2024-03-19T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/?p=17967"},"modified":"2024-03-27T08:32:46","modified_gmt":"2024-03-27T12:32:46","slug":"get-active-this-spring-fitness-resources-for-msu-employees-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/?p=17967","title":{"rendered":"Get Active this Spring: Fitness Resources for MSU Employees"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Warmer weather on the horizon means more opportunities to get outside! If you need some ideas to help you and your family get active this spring, the following resources and opportunities are available for MSU employees:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>In-person Opportunities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Biking<\/strong>: One of the easiest ways to add exercise to your daily routine is to attach it to an activity or habit you perform already, such as your commute to work. MSU Bikes provides support with\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/msubikes.wordpress.com\/commuter-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\">commuter resources<\/a>\u00a0to help you bike to work with confidence, including a\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/msubikes.wordpress.com\/2019\/07\/08\/1-on-1-bike-commuter-service\/\" target=\"_blank\">1-on-1 Bike Commuter Assistance service<\/a>\u00a0which helps you find the safest, lowest-stress route to and from campus to your neighborhood. MSU Bikes also rents bikes to departments for staff to use during the work day with their <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/msu-bike-service-center.shoplightspeed.com\/rentals\/department-fleet-services\/\" target=\"_blank\">Department Fleet Services<\/a>. Bikes are a great way to get around campus for meetings, lunches, errands, or a nice break!\u00a0Save the hassle of traffic, offer a healthy alternative for your staff breaks\/on-campus transportation, and avoid problems finding car parking by adding a bike to your department transportation fleet.\u00a0If you\u2019re working remotely, find several\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/msubikes.wordpress.com\/2022\/03\/07\/riding-with-others-more-fun-safer\/\" target=\"_blank\">Greater Lansing area biking groups<\/a>\u00a0to join instead. The\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/msu-bike-service-center.shoplightspeed.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">MSU Bikes Service Center<\/a>\u00a0also offers new and used bikes, rentals (long and short term), as well as a repair service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sailing, Stand-Up Paddleboarding, and Kayaking<\/strong>: The MSU Sailing Center is located on Lake Lansing in Haslett just east of campus. The Sailing Center strives to provide a safe, supportive, and welcoming learning environment for all participants. Consider participating in one of their many programs, including a learn-to-sail course, paddle sports, group outings, and private lessons. MSU employees can receive a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/recsports.msu.edu\/sailing\/membership.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">discounted rate<\/a>&nbsp;for membership.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tennis<\/strong>: At the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/msutennis.msu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MSU Tennis Center<\/a>&nbsp;you can book a court for singles or doubles or participate in one of their&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/msutennis.msu.edu\/classes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">adult instructional classes or drill sessions<\/a>. There\u2019s something for everyone with classes geared toward both beginners and pro-level players.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Golf<\/strong>: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/golf.msu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\">MSU Forest Akers<\/a> offers teaching programs for golfers of all ages and abilities, including&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/golf.msu.edu\/classes\/adultgroup\" target=\"_blank\">adult group classes<\/a>&nbsp;(currently full but waitlist available) or <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/golf.msu.edu\/classes\/privateinstruction\" target=\"_blank\">private instruction<\/a>, and a casual&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/golf.msu.edu\/leagues\" target=\"_blank\">golf league<\/a>&nbsp;for all skill levels (league is full but fill out the form to sub). MSU employees can also access the golf range and courses at&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/golf.msu.edu\/content\/rates\" target=\"_blank\">discounted rates<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Swimming<\/strong>: Present a valid staff or faculty ID to use one of the pools available on campus for laps or open swimming during designated&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/recsports.msu.edu\/hours\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pool hours<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Group Fitness Classes<\/strong>: MSU Recreational Sports and Fitness offers a variety of&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/recsports.msu.edu\/fitness\/groupex.html\" target=\"_blank\">group fitness classes<\/a>&nbsp;with&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/recsports.msu.edu\/fitness\/memberships.html\" target=\"_blank\">membership pricing for MSU employees<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Virtual Opportunities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/msubenefitsplus.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MSU Benefits Plus<\/a>&nbsp;offers a bunch of fitness and wellness discounts, including gym memberships and personal training. After you log in to MSU Benefits Plus, select Deals from the top navigation, then Gyms and Health Clubs to see all current offerings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sign up for a virtual Chair Yoga, Good Form Walking\/Running, or Spring Active Office Workshop classes through&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/health4u.msu.edu\/msu-moves\/courses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MSU Health4U<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Articles and Resources to Increase Motivation:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/health4u.msu.edu\/msu-moves\/articles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MSU Health4U<\/a>&nbsp;team provides current, evidence-informed information employees can use to further their understanding of fitness. Be sure to check out their articles about&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/health4u.msu.edu\/articles\/2021-work-a-desk-job-watch-your-back-how-to-avoid-pain-and-set-yourself-up-for-success\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">preventing back pain<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/health4u.msu.edu\/articles\/2020-want-to-a-better-nights-sleep-get-moving\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the connection between movement and sleep<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Warmer weather on the horizon means more opportunities to get outside! If you need some ideas to help you and your family get active this spring, the following resources and opportunities are available for MSU&hellip; <a class=\"continue\" href=\"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/?p=17967\">Continue Reading&#8230;<span> Get Active this Spring: Fitness Resources for MSU Employees<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":17968,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"__cvm_playback_settings":[],"__cvm_video_id":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0},"categories":[6],"tags":[814,465,231,185],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Get-Active.jpg?fit=2083%2C1042&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_likes_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/pb1fcA-4FN","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17967"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=17967"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17967\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":17998,"href":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17967\/revisions\/17998"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/17968"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=17967"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=17967"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sourcelive.hr.msu.edu\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=17967"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}