Nutrition on a Budget

Mindful eating while working with a low budget may seem difficult, but it’s possible! Keep reading for tips on how to strategize your grocery shopping and maximize your budget while still eating what is best for your body. Budget-friendly eating The easiest way to save your budget is to cook from home. Refraining from eating …

Join us at the Ho-Chunk Clan Circle Dedication on May 4

We invite you to join us on campus, outside the new Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center, for a dedication of the Ho-Chunk Clan Circle — a space created in partnership with Ho-Chunk artist Ken Lewis and other advisors representing the 12 clans of the Ho-Chunk Nation. Since the Ho-Chunk people first began arriving in the …

Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center to Open April 24

Bakke Center is the second building project of the master plan and replaced the Natatorium built in 1963. University Recreation & Wellbeing at the University of Wisconsin–Madison (Rec Well) will open the new Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center on April 24, 2023, at 11am. “Opening Bakke is a significant milestone for overall health and wellbeing …

Athletic Trainers: A Bridge Between Recreation & Healthcare

My name is Madi Sehmer, and I am a PhD student in the Wisconsin Injury in Sport Laboratory here at UW–Madison. I am also a certified and licensed athletic trainer, and provide athletic training services to those who attend UW–Madison out of the Nicholas Recreation Center.  I love working for UHS and Rec Well because …

My Journey in Athletic Training

My name is Manny Corona, and I am an affiliate athletic trainer at Rec Well. I knew I wanted to become an athletic trainer while I was in high school, and I was able to see what athletic training was through an internship experience. Following this experience, I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training …

Misconceptions about Athletic Training

My name is Shae Giovanni, and I am an affiliate athletic trainer here at Rec Well. You can find me working with students at Dejope Residence Hall, the UW Marching Band Field, or at Sport Club Events. Additionally, I am a second-year student in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program here at UW–Madison. Athletic trainers …

Sport Club Banquet 2023

The following individuals and sport clubs have been nominated for awards. The Sport Club Banquet was held on held on April 26 at Union South. Winners in each category are designated in bold. New Member of the Year Aerene Lim – Volleyball (W) Alex Reinke – Volleyball (M) Andreas Bacheler – Soccer (M) Carson Gunderson …

Here’s the latest on Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center

We’ve got some exciting news! Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center is scheduled to open on April 24, pending any final changes to the construction schedule, on the site of the old Natatorium. We can’t wait for you to enjoy all the features of the new building such as spaces dedicated to wellbeing, tons of strength …

Rec Well Summer Camp Receives American Camp Association Accreditation

Rec Well Summer Camp is among one of a few collegiate recreation departments with an accredited summer camp. Recreation & Wellbeing (Rec Well) is proud to announce Rec Well Summer Camp has officially received accreditation from the American Camp Association (ACA). After a thorough peer review process of over 300 standards, including safety procedures and …

Avoiding Excessive Exercise

The month of January often ushers in feelings of motivation and excitement around new goals and routines for many of us. People often make resolutions involving their activity levels or exercise habits, but this can sometimes be taken too far. It can be tempting to slip into habits that may appear healthy, but in reality, …