For those in college, when do you find the university gym is the most popular or crowded? I'm trying to plan my schedule to avoid the rush, if possible. Any tips appreciated!
From conversations with college students, it seems that university gym peak hours often coincide with the general workday rhythm. For instance, early morning times (like 5-7am) can be a busy period as people get in their workouts before class or work.
Another surge can occur in the late afternoon to early evening (around 4-7pm), after classes conclude but before dinner time. Students are often ready to decompress from the day and might take to the gym for stress relief.
Weekend afternoons also tend to be busier as students have more free time without classes.
It can vary based on the specific culture at your school, but typically, if you want quieter times try to go mid-day (around 11-3pm) when most students have class, or later in the evening (9-11pm) when many are heading home to finish studying or about to go to bed. Deep into the night can be also fairly empty if your gym office 24 hours services but bear in mind that safety factor if you're going late at night. Remember, each university is different, so it might be helpful to ask fellow students their observances once you’re there too.
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