There is no better place in Division III to shape and mold a body to get ready for the rigors of college athletics than the Belk Fitness Center. Built in 1997, it is a state-of-the-art facility designed with complete physical conditioning in mind. In addition to several free weight stations, the center contains a state-of-the-art BodyMasters strength training circuit (21 stations). For those looking for an aerobic workout, there are over 20 cardiovascular machines, including stationary bikes, stair machines, elliptical machines and treadmills.

The Belk Fitness Center, which was a $750,000 project, opened its doors in January of 1998. Recent additions to the fitness center have been equipment and machine upgrades with state-of-the-art treadmills, Stairmasters, five new elliptical machines. Also added to the center is several flat screen TV’s and a new sound system to create a more enjoyable workout experience. The fitness center also has its free weights, yoga mats and various other equipment replaced on a consistent basis.

The center, which was financed with money from the Belk Family of Charlotte, NC, contains over 50 pieces of strength training equipment, most of which comes from the Hammer Strength Company of Louisiana. The center’s weight training selection includes 21 free weight stations, five Hammer Strength stations, and two sets of Hampton dumbbells (ranging from three to 100 pounds). In the Belk Center are over 6,000 pounds of dumbbells from 3-100lbs. In addition to the strength equipment, there are also over 20 pieces of cardiovascular machines in Belk. Five treadmills, five Precor cross-trainers, eight stationary bikes, two Cybek hikers, five stairmasters, an assisted pull-up machine and a rowing machine makeup Belk’s cardiovascular lineup.