The class may be called A.B.S., but that’s not the only thing it trains.
A.B.S., which stands for “Abs, Back and Sweat,” is a high-intensity approach to shaping and strengthening the midsection using a number of abdominal, oblique and lower back exercises.
Dr. Eric W. West, Fitness and Wellness Program coordinator for Rec Sports and an instructor for A.B.S. class, said A.B.S. is not only a good way to work on the core, back and abs, but is also “a good way to educate,” about fitness.
Atalie Senty, a freshman mass communications and business dual major, said she always went to fitness classes at her gym in Washington D.C. and she wanted to continue that habit in college.
“I wanted to take advantage of them here,” Senty said.
Senty said the class is good for first timers because the instructors always alternate the exercises done for each class and tailor the exercises towards different skill levels.
Dennis Quaye, a senior criminal justice major, said his desire to stay in shape is what initially drew him to the class and it completely met his expectations for a workout.
“The whole hour is worth it,” Quaye said.
Recreational Sports offers A.B.S. group exercise classes Mondays from 5:00pm to 6:00pm and Tuesdays from 6:00pm to 7:00pm during Session I, which runs until October 15th. All classes are free to enrolled VCU students and Recreational Sports members
You can view the schedule for this session’s other group exercise classes by clicking here.
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