By: Xylia Lydgate As the Marketing and Outreach student coordinator for Campus Rec, part of my job is encouraging students to use our facilities and programs. When talking with students at the Rec Center’s information table, I encounter many fitness haters. Oftentimes I notice it is because they have misconceptions about the programs we offer and how easy they are to join. I’ll often highlight … Continue reading Fitness for Haters
By: Xylia Lydgate Stepping foot into a weight room for the first time is often intimidating, but imagine being one of several women in a weight room predominantly occupied by men. You see racks of daunting weights in every size, machines with strange handles and nooks; then of course, you glance over and see a large heavy-lifter grunting with every breath, sweat dripping and … Continue reading Working Out With the Boys
By: Xylia Lydgate I have been coming to Campus Rec for a little over two years now but only recently watched (and rewatched) this video— gives me goosebumps every time! What strikes me most about it is how it really accentuates the inclusivity at Campus Rec. It is more than just a building or a gym; it’s a community that welcomes all students and community … Continue reading A COLLEGE STUDENT’S PLAYGROUND
By Amanda Katz “I think you look good already! You don’t even need to work out.” This was the text message I received after telling my friend I was going to go the gym and I’d text him back later. Let’s get some things straight. I don’t work out to impress other people. I work out to be healthy and feel good about myself. The … Continue reading Sweat to be sexy? I don’t think so
