University of Wyoming - WYO Yearbook (Laramie, WY)

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AEROBICS IS A GOOD option when muscle tone and cardiovascular conditioning are desired. Franci Tschiffely and Annette Shelley workout vig- orously. Photo by Chris Reybum DENNIS GOLDEN MAINTAINS a taut physique by pumping iron. Hali Acre Gym offered free weights and also weight machines. Photo by Sun- dell Larsen COOLING DOWN IS JUST as important as warm- ing up for this aerobiciser as she stretches out. Photo by Chris Reybum Working Out 1?

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THE INTRAMURAL SEASON tests the stamina of competitive individuals and gives them the chance to improve their athletic skills. Photo by Chris Revburn Gyms fill with those on a quest for a great body Gym membership is a p art of tuition AN INDOOR TRACK offers runners like Betty Carpenter a comfortable jogging atmosphere even when the weather outside is cold and snowy Photo by Chris Reybum As the glamour of being fit and trim surrounded us. we looked at ourselves and thought. I don ' t think I could do one push-up. We tightened out belts and went to work out. Fear chewed at our stomachs as we put on the sweats and wondered if we would make a fool of ourselves. We staggered through the first workout and haltingly made the third. About seven down the line we wondered if it did any good, but we were paid up for thirty and so.... Twenty-fourth workout, and the routine is down! We can look at the beginners and smirk, as they drop the weight on their foot. So now that we ' ve been at it for a few years, what does UW offer us in our quest for lean bodies? The full-time student has a member- ship at Half-Acre Gym and Corbett P.E. Building. The membership is in- cluded in the S778 Wyoming residents pay in tuition and S2.442 dollars paid by out-of-state students. During the aca- demic year the full-time student has ac- cess to a locker, shower and towel exchange. The student can participate during open recreation times. These posted times indicate when different rooms in the facilities are available for use by the student with their Vali-Dine. Activities available at the facilities in- clude basketball, volleyball, raquetball. jogging, indoor tennis, weight training and swimming. Fitness classes are avail- able for students and faculty desiring a more direct course of exercise, but a small fee is required. All this informa- tion can be obtained in monthly bulle- tins published by the Physical Education Department. Half-Acre Gym runs smoothly under Director Donna Earley. She takes charge over the staff and the various programs. Part of the staff is comprised of work- study students and graduate students. The rest of the staff is hired on the basis of experience. All programs are carefully supervised so injuries are less likely. The work-study students keep records of how many people use the facility and what they do there. This information is then used to. keep the program up-to- date with the wants and needs of the students, faculty and staff. Half-Acre Gym has an average of 1,200 people who use the facility each day. The building is not only structured for many activities, but it houses both the R.O.T.C. and the Dance Departments. Students who use the facility are often diligent in their endeavors to stay fit. All age groups on campus are represented at the gym. Adeptness at physical activi- ty is also a consideration. The In- tramural Program allows participants at all levels of ability to compete in or- ganized sports as a way of becoming a healthier student. Ms. Earley felt the students over twenty were often more active and kept up with their routines. Half- Acre Gym is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., from Monday to Friday. Ms. Earley said. And it caters to the stu- dents first and foremost. Some students prefer health which is gained in more personal ways. Depend- ing on the weather, bicycling is an im- portant part of many programs. The geography around Laramie allows the rider to choose paths which are geared to their level. Running is also popular. Of course, there are many who feel the walk to the Classroom Building is the only exercise anyone could ever need. Diane Buck 16AVorking Out

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WITH A GOOD-NATURED COWBOY HOWDY. Lisa Pintus and Jon Yaughan. Homecoming Queen and King, celebrate their moment in the spotlight. Photo bv Photo Service Homecoming game sees UW beach the Aztecs Parade and parties add to excitement The Cowboys kicked off this year ' s football season with spunk and determi- nation. It may have been their most overwhelming season in years. Though the Cowboys ' first impressions counted. Homecoming set the stage for a very successful season, despite a pair of dis- appointing games prior to Home- coming. Homecoming was on Saturday, Oct. 3. and what a perfect day. The sun was shining brightly, and the air was tense with anticipation. The usual parade was held in the morning followed by a bar- beque for the alumni who made the trek back to celebrate the occasion. Finally the big moment arrived — kick-off. at 1 p.m. The crowd stood and cheered, chanting some of the traditional slo- gans. The National Guard cannon was fired — another tradition — and the game was officially underway. It was also UW tradition to fire the cannon at home games even ' time the Cowboys scored, and the loud bellowing of the cannon became a rather common occur- rance that Saturday. Attendance at the game was estimated to be well over 10.000. according to the UW Ticket Office, so there was no lack of support for our home team. There was. however, also a surprising number of fans supporting the San Diego State Aztecs. Nevertheless, the majority of those at the game were LAV students, alumni and Laramie residents. In the first quarter. SDSL) scored 10 points, and the Cowboy fans seemed to be getting anxious while the Aztec fans gained confidence. But perhaps all of this was just a scheme to make the Az- tecs overconfident, because by the mid- dle of the second quarter, the tables had turned, and the Cowboys had snapped back and began to crush the Aztecs. The UW slogan, beach the Aztecs. ' ' was becoming a reality. The Cowboy spirit continued to gain momentum, and there seemed to be little hope left for the Aztecs. The UW Marching Band provided en- tertainment during halftime. but the majority of the crowd seemed to look upon halftime as a chance to grab a soft drink without missing any of the action. The afternoon sun was beginning to have an effect on the fans. It was an un- usually warm Saturday afternoon for Laramie in October. continued PEDALLING IN THE PARADE, this student dis- plays his fashion finesse and best biking for the crowd Photo bv Photo Senice 1 8 Homecoming