College can feel super overwhelming as we all try to balance classes, studying, homework, going out, and spending time with friends. One of the best ways I’ve found to manage stress and stay healthy is through working out. While Tulane’s campus offers an amazing recreation center filled with treadmills, a weight floor, stair-masters, a mat room, and more, venturing off campus to find a more personalized workout experience is a fun activity and great way to motivate yourself.
One of the most popular workout studios among Tulane students is Romney Studios. Located at 5619 Magazine Street, around a 40 minute walk or a 10 minute drive from campus, Romney offers a variety of different strength focused classes. Options include Pulse, Reformer, Boxing, and Yoga. Pulse, one of Romney’s signature classes, is a heated sculpt session that blends HIIT cardio exercises with pilates, even using infrared lighting.The Mega reformer follows the Lagree high intensity, low impact program to define muscle and increase overall body strength. New clients can get a package of $70 for 5 classes (~$14 per class) or try a first “drop-in” class for $22. Plus, Romney’s location on Magazine, right near Whole Foods and District, is perfect for grabbing a coffee or groceries right after class.
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Another student favorite in Uptown is Body Shoppe. Located at 5007 Feret Street, just a 15 minute walk and a 5 minute drive from campus, Body Shoppe focuses on a mix of heated HIIT, cardio, and Pilates-inspired workouts. Tempo Dance Cardio is a choreographed cardio class with weights and bands, great for both dancers and non-dancers. Flex + Flow and Core Flow are heated pilates workouts that are challenging yet fun, while HIIT + Flow combines pilates and cardio for a high energy workout. Their classes are upbeat, have a great playlist, and are meant to be for both beginners and experts. New members can get a 4 class intro package that costs $15 a class. After that you can decide to get an unlimited ($219/month), 8 class ($159/month), or 4 class ($90/month) membership.
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If you’re looking for something free, simple, and outdoor, taking a walk to Audubon Park is the perfect alternative. The 1.8 mile loop is perfect for running, walking, biking, or skating. It’s a great way to socialize with friends, get some fresh air, and get some steps in without spending any money.
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Staying active in college doesn’t have to feel like another item on your to do list. Whether you prefer structured studio classes or a simple walk through Audubon, the Uptown area offers plenty of ways to move at your own pace and take care of your physical and mental health.
