–The Corsair
Jessica Hope, Surgical Technology major, works out at the new Warrington campus L.I.F.E. center.
Kyra Wood
In Early January, PJC opened a Lifestyle Improvement Fitness Education Center on the Warrington campus, which is now available to students, faculty and the community.
Although planning began a few years ago, the reality of L.I.F.E. Center took flight about eight months ago. With help from Coordinator of Milton L.I.F.E. Center, Butch Branch, top-notch equipment was purchased according to available space, as well as the needs and wants of students and faculty.
So far, the facility includes durable cardiac touch treadmills, elliptical machines, recumbent bikes, upright bikes, and a seven-station strength training station. Dumbbells, medicine balls, yoga mats, step-aerobics, bands, a rowing machine, and possibly two flat-screen TVs are on their way.
Support for the L.I.F.E Center was “strictly PJC funding,” Branch said. “I’m very pleased that our administration authorized the purchase of new equipment; they saw a need.”
“I’m excited about the center, I’ll probably stay and work out today,” Edith Finley, coordinator of student leadership and activities at Warrington, said. “It’s not crowded; you can walk in and feel comfortable.”
As an orientation, students are encouraged to participate in an introductory class to become familiar with the equipment and their proper uses. The facility is free to students and employees; the community can participate as well, for a small fee.
“So far there’s been good feedback. It makes sense to have a L.I.F.E Center, to be healthy. Warrington is healthy,” Finley said.
“I’m so delighted about the center,” Branch said. “I know it will be an asset to the campus.”
“Cold, rainy, hot summer, it’s easier to work out. [Now] you can’t say ‘nope, not today’,” Finley said. The L.I.F.E. Center also has the convenience of a moderate sized locker room with adjoining showers.
