Gym as an extracurricular?

Hey guys, I've been really dedicated to working out at the gym lately, and I was wondering if going to the gym consistently can be considered an extracurricular activity on my college applications?

Going to the gym can be considered an extracurricular activity on your college applications, but its impact on your overall extracurricular profile may vary. It's important to consider the four tiers of extracurriculars when evaluating its significance. You can read more about these tiers on CollegeVine's blog: https://blog.collegevine.com/breaking-down-the-4-tiers-of-extracurricular-activities.

Working out at the gym would likely fall under Tier 4, which encompasses the most common activities seen by admissions committees, such as general club/sports/musical membership and casual volunteering. However, that doesn't mean it will have no impact on your application - showing dedication and commitment to something you're passionate about, like fitness, can still look good to admissions officers.

To enhance the impact of this activity, aim for high achievement, or you can consider tying it to a particular passion or goal. For example, you could try to set a bench press record for your age group at your gym, sign up to help with instructing classes, or even start a fitness and nutrition blog. By demonstrating leadership or initiative, you're more likely to elevate the activity from Tier 4 to Tier 3.

Best of luck with your fitness journey and college applications!