Have you been thinking of getting into running, but never been able to keep with it? Or are you the kind of person that “just doesn’t like running,” but is having second thoughts now that …
Year: 2020
Anxiety in the COVID-19 era
It’s normal to feel stressed and anxious during this uncertain time. As a matter of fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has an entire webpage devoted to COVID-19-related stress and anxiety. Whether …
8 ways to live sustainably on a college budget
(Photo by Lauren Justice / UW-Madison) Happy Earth Day! The celebration of Earth Day is an annual global event that supports environmental protection and was started by UW-Madison alumnus and Wisconsin senator Gaylord Nelson. To …
Navigating the grocery store while social distancing
Making the decision to grocery shop these days should come with careful consideration. While we make an effort to socially and physically distance ourselves from others, the days of running to the store for a …
At-home activities for Jr. Active Badgers
While we’re all navigating this time of social distancing and staying at home, we’ve put together a list of activities and resources for your Jr. Active Badger to read, move, play, learn, and travel (virtually)! …
Strategies for setting a schedule at home
(Photo by Jeff Miller / UW-Madison) Anyone else starting to forget what day it is? In the past few weeks, “social distancing” has become a common phrase in our homes and on TV, the internet, …
Stay Home and Stay Active
Photo from obé fitness Now more than ever, it’s important to take time for yourself and do what makes you feel good. We are putting together workouts (like this one!) from our group fitness instructors …
An Anytime, Anywhere Workout
We know that staying active is part of your routine and it’s even more important during times of stress and anxiety like these. While our facilities are closed, we’re hoping to offer more resources for …
COVID-19: Rec Well facilities closed indefinitely
In anticipation of reduced campus operations and workforce later this week, as well as growing public health concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic, we will be closing all Rec Well facilities and cancelling all programs, services, and …
COVID-19: Updates to Rec Well Operations
In anticipation of reduced campus operations and workforce later this week, as well as growing public health concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic, we will be closing all Rec Well facilities and cancelling all programs, services, and …