Hours/When to Go

When to Go

• (These are trends I've seen from personal experience as someone who mostly goes for free weights, will be looking for data to make this section's information more reliable.)

• To be honest, I don't remember the last time I've waited to use something (I really miss that when I'm away from Lex). But if I had to think, some things that might require a wait are:

  • Squat racks before noon on a weekday with both team lift going on in Section II and the Weight Training PE class happening in Sections I and III

  • Flat bench press in Section III during peak hours

  • Unique machines such as the pec deck in Section I

In my opinion (subject to change with more info):

• Best times:

• • Within 2 hours of open and close

    • The gym's typically less busy when people are either sleeping or studying

  • Almost anytime on the weekend 

    • Volume is more spaced out across the open period

  • In between classes (if you're lucky)

• Busier times:

  • Before 11:30 AM on weekdays

    • Weight training is in session during the morning and sometimes varsity team lifts in Section II as well

  • After class ends (the classic 5 PM rush)

• For Section II, check outside the door for the red-yellow-green (or ask a Strength Coach) to figure out availability!

Third Year Fitness Center in Civic A - 24/7!

• In case the DARC is closed or you live in Third Year and want to get a convenient workout in, the Third Year Fitness Center in Civic A is open 24/7!

  • All common spaces of Civic A are swipe-accessible.

  • This facility (1st floor center and 2nd floor dance studio) is usually uncrowded at any given time of day.

• Especially recommended for workouts that don't require a barbell.

  • The 1st floor main section includes multifunctional machines, cardio equipment, and a couple pairs of free weight dumbbells.

  • The 2nd floor dance studio includes free weights, resistance bands, and huge mirrors.