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Pickleball has been a sport for 52 years and already has more than 2 million players in the US! It combines the speed of tennis with elements of ping pong and badminton, making it a fun and competitive game for players of all ages. With its unique name and immense popularity, it’s easy to see …
With the end of the semester comes a mountain of homework, papers, and exams, which can makes these next few weeks very stressful. However, have no fear, there are many ways to combat the stress that comes along with finals! SLEEP. I know you hate to admit it, but your mom was right. Going to …
It seems like everyone has a smart phone these days, but you might not think about the power this device can have on your fitness and health. Some apps on the market can add great value to your gym routine. I have used apps for all things fitness including run tracking, short workouts or food …
This week’s #ActiveBadger spotlight features a badger who will definitely set your gears in motion! Emily W. is a spin instructor at the SERF and the NAT. Outside of cycling, you can catch this former D-1 athlete killing it in the weight room and attending other Group Fitness classes. She has some pretty great advice …
This week’s Active Badger Spotlight is Rachel S.! This leg day-loving Group Fitness instructor gets down to business with fast paced, high intensity, and strength training workouts and can also be spotted on occasional runs up the infamous Bascom Hill. (Don’t sign me up!) Keep reading to get to know more about Rachel S! 1.What …
Those of you who have attended Group Fitness classes may be curious about the individuals who teach these classes. Now is your chance to get to know some of the individuals leading the #ActiveBadger lifestyle on campus! This week’s Active Badger Spotlight is Alex S. If you have taken a fitness class at the SERF, you have …
It’s midterm season, and you may be feeling stressed out with everything you have on your plate. But don’t let that force you into putting unhealthy food on your actual plate. Healthy snacks can give you energy and focus to support studying this midterm season. Here are 6 snacks to munch on while studying: Popcorn. …
In the spirit of love and Valentine’s Day, today’s blog is focused on fun partner workouts that you and your significant other or friend can do together. Studies have shown that working out with someone else can actually improve your workout! The rate of people who drop out of a routine significantly decreases and we …
The first time at any gym can be overwhelming, especially during peak hours. But that shouldn’t stop you from walking down the hall to the weight room, upstairs to the cardio room, or onto the track! Getting to the gym is the most important step, and you’ll be glad you did it. I promise! First …
Today’s the day, #ActiveBadgers. Can you smell it? Registration is now open for Spring Intramurals! To mark this special occasion, we’ve invited Ashley Lax, Assistant Director of Competitive Sports, to the blog to tell us more about the first step in preparing for glory (or a coveted championship t-shirt): the IM Pass. As the Assistant …