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Fitness Center

Detroit Arsenal Fitness Center

 

Physical fitness is a cornerstone of readiness and resilience.  The Army emphasizes the importance of high levels of physical capability for the occupational tasks that Soldiers are required to perform by designating this program Category A, Mission sustaining. 

Our Physical Fitness Center provides Soldiers, DA Civilians, Family members, and retirees demand-driven opportunities to combat stress, enhance general physical fitness, and contribute to the overall wellness of the Total Army Family.

Here at the DTA Fitness Center, we strive to provide our patrons with the tools to help them achieve their fitness goals, including an outdoor basketball court, outdoor track & field, and outdoor exercise equipment.

The DTA Fitness Center is open 24 hours, 7 days per week. Please follow the installation guidelines for after-hours and weekend access.

PARTICIPATION NUMBERS ARE REQUIRED AND USED TO JUSTIFY OUR NEED TO SUSTAIN OUR FITNESS CENTER, SO PLEASE SUPPORT OUR EFFORTS BY SIGNING IN!

All patrons must sign in using the pin pad or manually on the provided clipboard. 

Call us today! +1 (586)282-8885 or stop by for more information.

Strong B.A.N.D.S.

STRONG B.A.N.D.S : Balance, Activity, Nutrition, Determination and Strength – promotes healthy, active lifestyles for Army communities. It helps motivate Army Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians to get and stay fit. Get involved at our garrison events from May 1 - June 7!!

May 1st - 10th: Balance 
BOSU balance exercise challenge. Stop into the Fitness Center to take the challenge or complete at home!

Beginner: Balance with both feet on blue side

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Intermediate: Marching on blue side

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Advanced: Squats on blue side

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May 11-17: Activity 

Machine Based Strength Circuit

Warmup for at least 5 minutes on one of the cardio machines (Treadmill, elliptical, bike, rower, etc.) 

Next begin the strength circuit. For beginners: do each machine for 2 sets of 15 repetitions with at least 30 seconds of rest in between sets. Intermediate and advanced may use their usual sets/reps scheme. Begin with the lightest weight and increase the weight slowly until you feel fatigued within the last couple of repetitions in that set.

1. Leg Press                                                          2. Chest Press

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3. Lat Pulldown                                                   4. Shoulder Press

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5. Abdominal 

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Don’t forget to stretch! If you need any assistance with the machines or circuit, stop by the front desk and we will be happy to help! 

 

May 18th - 24th: Nutrition 

 

Example Meal Plan - Eating Well 
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Breakfast:

A.M. Snack:

Lunch:

P.M. Snack:

  • 1 medium apple
  • 2 tablespoons smooth natural peanut butter

Dinner:

Daily Totals: 1,840 calories, 82g fat, 25g saturated fat, 97g protein, 189g carbohydrate, 35g fiber, 1,897 mg sodium 

Make it 2,000 calories: Add 2 tablespoons unsalted whole almonds to A.M. snack and add another ¼ avocado to lunch.

 

USDA What's MyPlate All About?
From MyPlate to your plate, every plate tells a story. Learn more at MyPlate.gov
MyPlate Tip Sheets: https://www.myplate.gov/myplate-tip-sheets

 

Fitness Classes

We are excited to announce that Fitness Classes will be starting up again in June! All classes will be first come, first serve. Max class size is 8 participants. These first classes will be FREE!

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Strength Circuit:

This class mixes cardio, muscular strength, and muscular endurance for a total body workout. It’s an excellent way to add variety to your workout program. All fitness levels welcome! Taught by Sarah Ayotte, Certified Personal Trainer with a BS in Exercise Science

Fit Camp: 

Inside this class you can expect a balance of strength, cardio, and muscular endurance. Throughout this sweaty 30 min session you’ll experience a variety of equipment, programming—not to mention having a blast along the way! All fitness levels welcome! Taught by Anthony Colvard, Certified Personal Trainer

 

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Fitness Class - Strength Circuit

This class mixes cardio, muscular strength, and muscular endurance for a total body workout. It’s an excellent way to add variety to your workout program. All fitness levels welcome! Taught by Sarah Ayotte, Certified Personal Trainer with a BS in Exercise Science NO CLASS 7/22!

Jul 22 11 am - 11:30 am
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Fit Camp

Inside this class you can expect a balance of strength, cardio, and muscular endurance. Throughout this sweaty 30 min session you’ll experience a variety of equipment, programming—not to mention having a blast along the way! All fitness levels welcome! Taught by Anthony Colvard, Certified Personal Trainer

Jul 22 3 pm - 3:30 pm
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Free Throw Competition

Every Thursday
1100-1230
on the basketball courts by the track, weather permitting

The rules are simple. shoot until you miss. Enter once per week. Basketball provided or bring your own! Winners will receive bragging rights and be featured in MWR Marketing.

Jul 24 11 am - 12:30 pm
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Free Throw Competition

Every Thursday
1100-1230
on the basketball courts by the track, weather permitting

The rules are simple. shoot until you miss. Enter once per week. Basketball provided or bring your own! Winners will receive bragging rights and be featured in MWR Marketing.

Jul 24 11 am - 12:30 pm
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Outdoor Rec Cycling Challenge

Can you ride 1,000km (621 miles) in just four months? If you want to get fit, ride with family or just love to ride your bike, sign up and receive an awesome jersey and work toward earning 2 interlocking challenge coins! Registration begins April 1st!

Outdoor Rec Cycling Challenge

Can you ride 1,000km (621 miles) in just four months? If you want to get fit, ride with family or just love to ride your bike, sign up and receive an awesome jersey and work toward earning 2 interlocking challenge coins! Registration begins April 1st!

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Armed Services YMCA DoD Military Initiative

Learn more about Family & MWR local partnerships with the YMCA for Army sports and fitness activities when an Army facility isn’t nearby.

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Armed Services YMCA DoD Military Initiative

Learn more about Family & MWR local partnerships with the YMCA for Army sports and fitness activities when an Army facility isn’t nearby.