University of Wisconsin–Madison

Author: recspnew

Why you should vote

Photo by Bryce Richter / UW-Madison Is something holding you back from voting? Did you know that voting can actually make you healthier? True story. This post from University Health Services discusses the relationship between voting and personal wellbeing, including how community engagement can lead to a sense of belonging. The blog also draws on …

Mary // Be the change

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxoX_splG7s&feature=youtu.be When former Dean of Students Mary Rouse started going to the Shell in 1970, there wasn’t a women’s locker room. But you know what they say: bee the change. 🐝

Ask an Athletic Trainer: Injury Prevention 101

Erin Clark, MS, LAT became coordinator of athletic training in August 2018.  Prior to Rec Sports, she was employed as an assistant athletic trainer at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with Intercollegiate Athletics for 10 years.  She completed her Masters of Science at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse while working as a graduate assistant athletic trainer …

Just do it (I guess Nike was right)

Hi! I’m Gabrielle and I am a professional staff member for the Division of Recreational Sports. I work as a Coordinator of Operations, which means that I oversee the Natatorium and some of the students who work inside the facility (you know who you are). I love the Badgers, my dog Stella, and Kopp’s Grasshopper …

Healthy Snacks and Study Spots

It’s no secret that good snacks are essential ingredients for a productive study session. If you’re like us, then you’ll also agree that made-to-order brain food is best in a comfortable study spot. Here are five perfect places near campus to prep for your next round of midterms with plenty of healthy food options.   …

Why do you vote?

Photo by Jeff Miller/UW-Madison We’re used to people thinking we’re just about sports. And while that’s a big part of who we are (it is in our name), we’re also a lot more than that. We pride ourselves on being a campus leader helping you build health habits and live your best life. With the …

DANIEL // GETTING ACTIVE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbMkPQzse_A&feature=youtu.be Motivated by keeping his mind and body in peak condition, Daniel partakes in a variety of activities that include running, swimming, biking, and weight lifting.

10 active ways to get to the polls

Election Day is coming, and it’s time for a warm-up. Consider us your personal trainers (in fitness and voting) as we prepare, inform, and inspire everyone to get ready for November 6. Because as #activebadgers, we exercise our right to vote. Whether you’re voting early starting October 22 or waiting until November 6, we’ve taken …

Inspire others: Become a Group Fitness Instructor

If you’ve been to any of our Group Fitness classes, you know just how empowering, energetic, and all-around awesome our instructors are. We are so lucky to have them, and we need more superstar instructors just like them. Whether you’re a Group Fitness veteran or a first-timer, there’s a good chance you have what it …

Brendon & Raymond // Pick-Up Soccer

Brendon and Raymond struck up a friendship through playing pick-up soccer. In this episode, these #ActiveBadgers explain how pick-up soccer has given them a way to find community, stay active and share their passion for the sport they love.