Physical Activity
The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week, with at least two days of muscle-strengthening activity.
There are many resources, both on and off campus, to support a wide variety of physical activities. Use the information on this page to learn more about the resources you have available to you.
Additional Campus Resources
CrimsonZip is a mobile application built to support connection and community at Harvard. Specifically designed for the Harvard community (and protected by HarvardKey), CrimsonZip makes it easy to find other people and groups from around campus interested in similar activities. To see a brief 2-minute demo of CrimsonZip, check it out at www.crimsonzip.org.
Within CrimsonZip, users can find events that match their interests, join groups hosting events they want to attend (like a house, entryway, department, etc.), and express interest in events when they want to receive updates! You can also create your OWN groups on CrimsonZip if you can't find the community you're looking for!
CrimsonZip is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store right now, and you can also access it through any web browser at app.crimsonzip.org!
All undergraduates have free access to gym facilities and group fitness classes. Other affiliates may have to pay a small fee to access recreation facilities. Learn more about membership information.
Did you know Harvard Rec also offers free equipment orientations for all members? As well as great deals on personal training and small group training? Whether you’re new to the gym or just looking to revamp your routine, these are great resources to support you!
Sign up for the Harvard Recreation newsletter to stay up to date on upcoming events, and if you want an easier way to access facility hours, class schedules, and more, simply download the Harvard Recreation mobile application.
Harvard Dance Center: A wide variety of offerings for all affiliates, ranging from workshops to semester-long classes in many different forms of dance!
House Intramurals (College students only): IMs are an awesome way to get moving and make friends in your residential House! Various sports and events happen throughout the year, and every house has an IM Rep that you can connect with for more info!
Graduate Intramurals (Graduate students only): A newly formed Graduate-student-only intramural program! A variety of leagues are offered throughout the year, as well as events like a one-day pickleball tournament! Sign up for their email list to get all the updates on leagues and events!
Undergraduate Student Groups: Student groups exist for an enormous variety of activities. These include (but aren’t limited to!) dance groups, rock climbing, various forms of martial arts, cycling, and running. Although many are limited to college students only, some groups are open to other affiliates!
BlueBikes is a public bike share system. With numerous stations on the Harvard campus, they are a great way to get around. You can pay per ride, but all Harvard affiliates also have access to a discounted annual membership!