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Fall in Madison is one of the best times of the year. Students are back on campus, Saturdays are game days, and the trees start to match our beloved Badger red. As we finish wrapping up Wisconsin Welcome events, here are a few ways to stay active on campus this fall and continue to build …
From intramural lacrosse to Olympic weight lifting, our facilities offer something for everyone—and every zodiac sign. Read on to find out which facility or fitness area you are based on your zodiac sign. 🔮 Aries (march 21 – april 19): near west fields Bold, competitive, and quick—an Aries is always first out of the gates …
You’re all moved in, and classes are starting soon. Moving to a new place is never easy, but we have a few tips for taking care of your wellbeing, building healthy habits, and setting yourself up for a good semester. Get outside and get moving with your floormates. There are spaces near every residence hall …
It’s time to say goodbye to Rec Sports; we have officially become University Recreation & Wellbeing! (You can call us Rec Well for short.) You may be wondering why. Well, we took “sports” out of our name for a few reasons: We are more than just sports, and we want everyone to feel like they’re …
In your time at UW–Madison, you’ll probably make it up Bascom Hill a few times, visit the Terrace once or twice (or 5,000 times) and find the best study spots. Here is a list of seven things you might not have thought of but definitely need to add to your Bucky list before you graduate. …
“Do you want to build a snowman?” Or a pillow fort? No matter the season, there are plenty of ways you can stay active with your kids while having fun (Frozen soundtrack not required). Here are a few kid-approved, parent-friendly ideas for incorporating healthy habits into your child’s daily routine! Get cooking. Make a fruit …
Rose are red, Violets are blue, let’s get down to business and talk about food. Valentine’s Day is on its way! 💘 While flowers are generally a good idea, everyone likes food. If you want to impress your bae/friend/roommate, try one of these alternatives to the more traditional V-Day treats: Frozen yogurt-covered strawberries We all love …
Hey! My name is Catherine and I’m a junior studying Economics and Strategic Communication. I love trying new restaurants, traveling, and am passionate about all things Wisconsin Badger. This Self-Care Season, I decided to try a new way to relax and recharge: meditation. Ah, the end of the fall semester. We know what that means: …
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 …
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 …