fitness
Getting into yoga
November 2, 2026There are yoga studios and classes offered all over the city. There are many books, websites, videos, and guides for every type and experience level. But what exactly is yoga, and what are its benefits? Yoga has thousands of years of history and culture behind it. It originated from the Indian subcontinent, where it emerged from several spiritual practices. It was, and still is, used to develop spirituality, consciousness, and harmony in the body and mind. According to EBSCO, “the term ‘yoga’ derives from the Sanskrit root ‘Yuj’ meaning to ‘unite.”’ In most of the West today, yoga is done…
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Staying active when everything feels expensive
March 20, 2025Staying active on a regular basis is a major priority for me. Balancing work and student life can become even trickier when you add physical activity into the mix. It can often feel like adding another ball to juggle on…
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Fitness misinformation proliferates online
June 12, 2024Content warning: mentions of dieting and eating disorders. If you’ve been active on social media in recent years, you might remember seeing (or even doing) those at-home workouts that got so popular back in 2020. While promoting physical activity isn’t…
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All the hype about bungee fitness
January 8, 2024Bungee fitness is the latest fitness trend among fitness classes and social media users alike, and it’s sure to take your workout to the next level. Bungee fitness, for the most part, is exactly what it sounds like: taking the…
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Four strength training myths that need to go
November 2, 2023Content warning: mentions of size and body dysmorphia. Sometimes it seems like every other influencer in 2023 promotes some form of strength training. Hobbies like weightlifting, crossfit, and pilates are all over social media, but with an increasing array of…
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Low maintenance fitness and nutrition tips for a balanced lifestyle
September 28, 2023As a health-conscious individual, I’ve always been passionate about fitness and nutrition. Being a full-time university student with a busy schedule, I know first-hand the challenges of setting aside time to make homemade meals that are nutritious, while staying within…
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Blaming women for filming gym harassment misses the point
March 16, 2023Content warning: mentions of assault and harassment From my experience, the gym is a place where I can thrive. I feel confident in my skin and glow after a good sweat on the treadmill. Likewise, lifting weights makes me feel…
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Fitness for first-timers
January 19, 2023New year, new you! As you step into the gym this January, you’ll see many people at different points of their fitness journey: from old-timers, to people on day one, and those starting fresh on a newly inspired journey. Regardless…
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Running on empty
November 28, 2022Content warning: descriptions of disordered eating On January 7, 2022, I did not go on a run. I did not push through the pain and exhaustion. I did not value being “disciplined” over listening to my body. This was the…
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Letter to a legend: My first role model
October 20, 2022Dear Ms. Dines, I decided to write to you because before we met, I hated sports so much. The idea of having to continuously push myself, and test my own mental strength and stamina through movement was so foreign to…
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