To gain muscle while participating in weight training exercises, the act of increasing weight, frequency, or number of repetitions in your routine is what is known as progressive overload. For someone who has the goal of gaining muscle, but is not familiar with working out, they may notice minimal …
Carbs Are Your Friend, Not Your Foe
There seems to continue to be a constant battle with carbs. They are totally excluded in fad diets, and some are listed as one of the major food sources for certain chronic diseases. When choosing for it to be a friend or foe, most are choosing it to be a foe. Let's say this together in harmony, …
Mid-Semester Burnout?
Well, everyone, we've made it (halfway). But now that mid-semester is nearly here, so is the burnout. Burnout tends to get the best of us, and most of the time, we don't even notice burnout till it's really affecting us. You're not alone in this though, at one time or another, we've all experienced …
Benefits of Group Exercise
Feeling like you want to workout but have no idea where to start? If you’re new to the gym or just feeling like shaking up your current fitness routine, try a group exercise class! Joining a class not only holds you accountable to a workout routine, but provides a fitness foundation for you to use …
Are You Doing Squats Wrong?
Chances are, at one point you have incorporated squats into your workout routine. Squats don’t necessarily require any extra equipment, so they can be done anywhere. The movement itself isn’t that complicated so most people have some idea on how to do it. However, this doesn’t mean that you have the …
Refreshing Spring Salad Recipe
As the weather warms and nature's bounty begins to flourish, there's no better time to embrace the vibrant, fresh produce of the season in a delicious salad. This simple yet flavorful recipe celebrates the best of spring and summer, combining crisp vegetables, tangy fruits, and zesty dressing for a …
Navigating Friendship After College
Graduation season is upon us, and the prospect of leaving behind the familiar bonds of college can be scary. For many, the thought of starting new friendships outside the structured environment of college can feel like new territory. However, post-college life offers a lot of opportunities to create …
The Hidden Health Benefits of Good Posture
I have been told for my whole life to improve my posture- imagine there’s a string coming out of the top of your head, on and on. I have heard all the analogies, all the cues to try remembering how to present myself well to the world. But good posture isn’t just about looks. It turns out, there are …