(Photo by Jeff Miller / UW-Madison) Is it safe to order take-out? Should I disinfect my groceries? What should I eat to boost my immunity? We sat down (virtually) with Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Dr. Tara …
Updates on facilities and summer operations
As other gyms around Madison start to reopen, we know you’re anxious to return to our facilities. We get it – we’re just as eager to welcome you back. Unfortunately, we aren’t able to announce …
Our commitment to action
Being an Active Badger is about more than being physically active. It extends beyond the walls of our facilities and sidelines of a field. It’s more than lifting weights or running around a track. And …
How to build a gratitude practice
(Photo by Jeff Miller/UW-Madison) Although it can feel difficult to name things that we’re grateful for during times of stress, loss, and anxiety, regularly saying thank you is one of the healthiest gifts you can …
Winners of the 2019-20 Sport Club Awards
It has been an exciting year for Sport Clubs and we are so proud of their achievements. There were several regional and national appearances, tournament wins, and team bonding moments. We even added a few …
A Beginner’s Guide to Running
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 …
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 …
Is it okay to run outside?
(Photo by Jeff Miller / UW-Madison) As spring approaches, running season normally comes along with it. Many people sign up for races in the late spring and summer to help challenge themselves while improving their …