Don’t tell the DMV, but I lied on my driver’s license. No, I didn’t lie about my birthday to get into bars, and no, that’s really how you spell my name. This is a big secret, so you have to promise that this will stay between you and me… I’m not 135 pounds. I’m closer […]
Health
Why BMI is BS
For years, people have been counting on their Body Mass Index, or BMI’s as a measure of how overweight they are, and how much weight they should lose. With so much emphasis on BMI, it comes as no surprise that so many people, beat themselves up over a simple number. Everyone must to be within […]
Dear Younger Self, Eat That Cupcake!
Dear younger self, Go ahead and eat that cupcake that you’ve been eyeing. Seriously, do it. Despite what you may think, treating yourself to dessert every once in awhile is not going to make you get fat. I promise. I know it’s hard being 16, but constantly stressing about how you look and what you […]
The Dining Hall Diet: How to Eat Well on a Meal Plan
Adjusting to college life can be tough, and one of the biggest struggles for college students is how to eat healthily – and happily – on a dining hall meal plan. While dining hall food can often be bland, repetitive and just plain unhealthy, with a little creativity, it’s possible to eat healthy without eating […]
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 […]
6 Workout Helpers to Kickstart Your 2017 Exercise Resolution
It’s the new year and the second most popular resolution this year—you guessed it—is to exercise more. Lucky for you, you probably have some down time before school starts back up to kickstart your new healthy habit. If you don’t have a gym easily available, exercising might seem like a huge chore. But no need […]
4 Hacks for Feeling Your Best This Winter
We all know it’s coming: day by day the night gets longer, our hands feel colder, and the huff and puff of our warm breath becomes more visible in the crisp air. There’s no way to hide from the inevitable winter. Snow will fall to no end and the wind will continue to sweep across […]
Here Are All The Ways You’re Sleeping Wrong
After a long day, there’s nothing better than coming home and having your bed call to you for a great night of sleep. Tucked underneath our cozy blankets with our head cushioned by our soft pillow, sleep is definitely on every college student’s list of favorite things to do. But even if you love hitting […]
Here’s How to Keep Your Skin Healthy All Winter Long
As the days get shorter, the season of matte finishes are coming to an end and our skin is also changing with the leaves. Our face starts to dry up, our lips chap, and our hands crack and stiffen. Skin care is easily dismissible, especially in the midst of fighting the cold winter breezes, but […]
3 Quick and Easy Smoothie Bowls to Keep You Fit and Focused
You may have seen a recent spike in colorful bowls filled with fruit and granola on your Instagram feed. Smoothie bowls aren’t just for the aesthetic—they’re a great way to switch up your breakfast game and get a hearty dose of nutrients. Plus, these smoothie bowls are so delicious you’ll feel like you’re eating dessert […]