The snow has finally begun and going to the gym is probably the last thing on your mind. Nothing sounds better than curling up in some cozy sweats and watching Netflix in bed. But even though it’s cold outside, it’s important to keep your body moving during the winter months. If you who haven’t moved […]
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Fitness Friday: A Quick Full-Body Strength Workout
Winter break: a magical couple of weeks filled with food, friends, and stretchy pants. As much as we love the holidays, our waistline doesn’t. Indulgence can be good, but if you’re like us, constantly stuffing your face quickly becomes a bittersweet type of discomfort. Exercise might be the last thing on your mind, so here’s […]
8 Ways to Keep Up With Your Workouts Over Break
In the midst of a stressful week of finals, nothing sounds better than going home to a comfy bed and enjoying every bite of delicious homemade meals. In a few weeks, the pantry is going to be stuffed with holiday treats: chocolate, cookies, peppermint bark—you name it. But even with all those treats, your month […]
Gift Guide: Our Top 7 Picks for the Fitness Freak in Your Life
Looking for the perfect gift for your favorite fitness junkie this holiday season? Check out these eight items perfect for hitting the gym or the streets! S’well Water Bottle This water bottle is perfect for working out because it can keep drinks cold for 24 hours. The gym can get pretty dang hot, so […]
Fitness Friday: A Lazy Girl’s Guide to Staying Fit
People are constantly saying, “get in the habit of going to the gym,” “eat healthy,” and “don’t be lazy.” But for us girls whose beds call for us the moment we walk in our rooms, staying fit can be a struggle. From someone who understands this eternal battle, but hits the snooze button too often, […]
5 Study Break Stretches to Help You Reboot
After hours of sitting scrunched up in front of your laptop, it’s likely that you’ll start to feel an ache here or there. Sitting for long periods of time could negatively impact your health, including straining the lower back. These five simple—and totally library appropriate—static stretches can help you relax, reboot, and ready yourself for […]
Fitness Friday: What to Eat Before and After Your Workout
Before: Gearing up for a big trip to the gym? Try eating these foods beforehand to give you the energy to power through your workout, build muscle, and burn fat faster. Of course, don’t forget to drink plenty of water and chow down on one of these about thirty minutes before exercising. Fruit and nut […]
Fitness Friday: 5 Ways Your Squats Are Ineffective
Squats—the magic exercise that will give you the Queen Bey booty we’ve all dreamed of. If you’re like me, you’ve probably tried every squat challenge and technique in the book. Squats are extremely efficient in lifting and enlarging the gluteal muscles, but are also extremely pointless and tedious if done incorrectly. So it’s time to […]
Fitness Friday: Heat vs. Ice, A Guide to Aches and Injury Care
When it’s impossible to get out of bed because of all those pushups you did at the gym, it’s easy to head straight for the ice pack. A common misconception, applying ice to all injuries is overused and not always effective, and heating is often the way to go for certain injuries. But which ones? […]
Fitness Friday: 5 Barbell Exercises to Mix Up Your Weekend Workout
Use these seven barbell exercises from certified trainer Christopher Arboleda to tone your body without bulking up. For each move, begin with a 45-pound barbell and add weight to increase difficulty. Each exercise should feel comfortable—if not, remove weight. If the exercises are too challenging with a bar, use dumbbells instead. For maximum results, do […]