After living in the dorms last year at PSU, I’ve learned far too much about myself in terms of eating. I remember the first time I walked into Victor’s, (PSU’s mandatory dining hall for on campus freshman) for the first time. My eyes filled with wonder at all the options! I felt no shame eating burgers for lunch or just fries for dinner if my heart desired. They always had a plethora of pasta to give, and a frozen yogurt machine to satisfy the sweet tooth.
After fall term of freshman year, I remember seeing I had gained five pounds. An extra five came with winter term. And who would have suspected? The same happened in the spring.
“I can’t believe I actually gained the Freshman 15!” I was absolutely shocked that I, a previous cross country runner and hurdler in high school, had gained that much weight in 9 months.
That is why this summer and this school year I decided to start taking care of my body. I saw students all around me eating only French toast with bacon for breakfast, pizza and fries for dinner. I decided my body could no longer partake in that lifestyle, so I’ve made a change.
The speeds of our spectacular metabolisms are starting to slow down, and if you don’t love working out, your motivation is going to run even slower. That is why I strongly suggest eating food that makes your body feel good and finding classes at the Rec Center to try out! Little did I know Zumba would be one of my greatest loves, until I finally tried it out. It’s incredibly engaging and active. I find myself wanting to actually throw on those gym shoes and head to class. Best of all, it’s FREE along with many other classes!
Today I can say, “Hello sophomore negative 15. I have greeted you happily with open arms” because I finally have found a place where my body feels healthy and happy.
And so I feel compelled to ask you… is your pic attached the +15 model or the -15 model? (Inquiring minds want to know…)– 🙂
This is awesome! I didn’t really get the +15 until somewhere between my junior and senior years of undergrad, and because I didn’t have as good head on my shoulders as you seem to, it started a battle with weight and health that I fought until my late 20s. I’m so happy for you that you’ve changed your perspective so early on, and that you see how simple it can be to take good care of yourself!
Consequently, I did learn from my wife that the “Freshman 15” is a real thing and she heard about this while attending college years ago in New Jersey. Up until this article I had never known of such a phenom.
If you click here want to earn some money. In thisway,
you will probably be extremely useful.