Morning Workout, held on Monday mornings at 9:00 AM in the Athletic Center on campus, brings together students and community members alike for an invigorating start to the week. Coach Laci Rossini leads participants through a gentle warm-up, starting with grounding poses like the “rabbit,” helping everyone fold forward and ease into the session. She establishes a calm but energizing rhythm that fills the gym. As arms rotate and breaths synchronize, Laci encourages the group with her easy charm, welcoming both regulars and newcomers like Rio dela Cruz, who seem drawn in by her warmth.
A lively buzz fills the Athletic Center as everyone finds their rhythm, with laughter and friendly chatter echoing, building a sense of community. Even as stretches and light cardio progress, a few participants joke about needing a massage afterward. Laci keeps the energy high, lifting spirits with each movement as Rio jumps in enthusiastically, uniting the group in what has become a weekly ritual of fitness and fun.
After the warm-up, Laci raises the intensity, guiding the class through one-legged jumps, leg rotations, and twists. She reminds them to focus on steady breathing, maintaining a rhythm even as the exercises require more coordination. As the class approaches the final stretch, burpees make an appearance, met with a mix of groans and cheers, as participants either embrace or playfully grumble through the challenging move. Tocho Winchester and Rio throw themselves into each rep, pushing the energy forward as sweat and laughter fill the gym.
The intensity remains as they dive into a final round of sit-ups, with Laci encouraging everyone to push through and finish strong. By the end, Morning Workout is more than just a class; it’s a test of resilience, filled with humor and a shared spirit of determination.
Winding down with a core-focused routine, Laci guides everyone back to center, reminding them that it’s about strengthening both body and mind. Adam Spade adds humor, jokingly boasting about his rock-solid abs and buns of steel, lifting spirits for those starting to feel the burn. The cooldown arrives just in time, and Laci leads the group through a relaxing stretch, helping them let go of any lingering tension.
She ends the class with a final treat: the dance. With smiles and swaying hips, the group moves to the beat, enjoying a lighthearted release after the intense workout. Coach Laci’s cheerful reminder to grab water on the way out sends everyone off feeling refreshed, energized, and ready for the day ahead. It is the kind of class everyone should make time for, a perfect mix of fitness, laughter and community to kick off the week.
