Baker Family Center

Workout Rules

General Rules

• Users participate at their own risk.

• Prior to participation, you will be invited to attend an orientation on the equipment, its proper use, and the risks of injury associated with improper use.

• Please do not attempt to use a piece of equipment if you do not know how to use it properly.

• Use equipment for its intended purpose only.

• No horseplay, including loud and/or offensive language.

• Food, tobacco, glass bottles, and cans are not allowed on the fitness center floor. Water in a plastic container is the only beverage allowed on the fitness center floor.

• Show respect for the facility and equipment.

• Fitness Center is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

• Keep feet off the walls.

• Avoid leaning against the mirrors.

• Pick up after yourself (magazine inserts, chewing gum, empty water bottles, weights, etc.).

• Do not spit in the facility.

• Wipe down cardio and weight room equipment after use. Paper towels are available to wipe down the equipment.

• Report damaged equipment to staff. Please do not use!

• Understand that if you do not abide by these rules, you may be expelled from the facility.

Free Weight Rules

• Minimize chalk powder on the floor and equipment.

• If you spill chalk powder, ask front desk for broom/dustpan to clean it up.

• DO NOT DROP OR THROW WEIGHTS!

• Use collars on free weight lifts.

• Observe weight room etiquette:

  • Allow others to “work in” between sets.

  • Return weights to the tree or rack that you found them.

  • Do not set weights against the wall or other equipment.

  • Offer to spot if you see the need.

  • Ask for a spotter if you need one.

Cardiovascular Area Rules

• During busy times, please observe the 30-minute time limit on all cardiovascular equipment.

• Please use the paper towels and cleaner provided to wipe machine after each use.

• Be aware that the equipment might shut off automatically in the event of a power outage.