University of Miami - Ibis Yearbook (Coral Gables, FL)

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Miami Beach I don ' t even dare to go to the beach anymore. Those that were dispelled by the reports of medical waste, the University Pool served as an adequate substi- tute for sunbathing. If one was pressed for time or simply wanted to get some sun between classes, the pool was much more convenient than driving to the beach. For the first time, students did not have to buy pool passes or pay admission, but gained admittance with a valid Cane Card. During the week, when schedules were tight, the pool deck could frequently be seen filled to capacity. People came to the pool to relax, swim laps, and even to study. Darren Dupriesl

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I Feeling GOOD MEANS WORKING HARD Keeping phys- ically fit by running, aero- bics, or by lift- ing weights, gives students a positive atti- tude of them- selves A great physical fitness craze swept over our country in the 1980 ' s that left a great majority of Mi- ami students in search of sound minds and hot bodies. Primi- tive one-room gymnasiums of the mid-1900 ' s had evolved into elaborate helath clubs, com- plete with swimming pools, sau- nas, Jacuzzis, indoor running tracks, aerobic excercise facili- ties, and a vast array of ad- vanced fitness machines. The use of these spectacular facilities, however, was not without a very high price tag. Relative to extent of facilities and seasonal discounts, health clubs in the Dade County vicin- ity offered membership pack- ages ranging from $25 to $250 a month. Fierce competition in the area compelled these fitness With the renewed popularity of physical fitness, CSR has seen an increase in the number of stu- dents utilizing the facilities. Soph- omore Randi Albin takes time dur- ing her week to work out. establishments to advertise fre- quent specials and trial mem- berships aimed at area college students. Sophomore Michael Dubin joined Scandinavian Health Spa last spring, I was given an exceptional deal on a member- ship there, but staying in shape is important to me. Ultimately, I don ' t think the price would have mattered that much — I would joined regardless. Du- bin stated that Scandinavian was the only spa he visited, I was too lazy to shop around. Since 1981, the number of health clubs nationwide had ri- sen by almost 70 percent. The spas that existed previous to this fitness uprising contain- ed much less sophisticated ma- chinery and a considerably lower number of members. During a period of a fitness upris- ing, keeping in shape has become a main concern of many people. The Campus Sports and Recrea- tion center provides free excer- cise facilities for students. 30 Fitness