Posts tagged exercise
Running into a Community

As we begin to move back to campus and many of us search for a way to build and strengthen our communities, group exercise — both virtual and in-person — can be a great way to build those connections. And of course, an exercise community can be a motivator to build exercise habits and get a better workout!

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Building Fitness Habits Made Easy

Forming new fitness habits can seem like a daunting task, especially if you’ve failed to do so in the past. However, having strong fitness habits is important for both your physical and mental health. Understanding how habits work and how to make them stick can have a large impact on your fitness.

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7 Stretches to Make Your Spine Smile

In order to correct poor posture, one must first assess their own habitual posture patterns. Through self-awareness, it is possible to make strides in reducing posture-related back pain. Let’s check out 7 different back stretches that will make your spine smile!

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Destigmatizing Mental Health Medication

Although the topic of mental health is becoming increasingly normalized, there remains an overwhelming amount of stigma around mental health disorders, particularly in regards to medication. Let’s delve deeper into why stereotypes surrounding mental illness and medication are unfounded.

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HIIT These Workouts During Quarantine

If you’ve been looking for ways to exercise during this quarantine, you might’ve come across a bunch of videos or articles talking about high intensity interval training (HIIT). This workout method has been used in athletic training and was researched for decades prior to its recent popularization.

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The Biology of Fear

On March 13, 2020, UCLA announced that the remainder of the academic year would be conducted online due to the threat of COVID-19. In an instant, my mind was consumed with questions about moving out of my dorm, staying in touch with friends, and rearranging my plans for the spring quarter. Most of all though, I began to fear for the safety of my friends and family.

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Taking Care of Yourself on Your Period

If you’re reading this, you probably know how unpleasant that “time of the month” can be. And although your period can be uncomfortable at times, there are many ways you can make them more bearable! Here are some self-care tips that can help you deal with your period.

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From Start to Finish: Fueling Your Workout

You’re lifting a dumbbell above your head when you feel the gut-wrenching effects of the cheesy tacos you had for lunch. Or even worse, you’re running, getting dizzy, and losing the pep in your step when you realize you have to run back for food.

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Bulletproof Coffee

What if you found out there was a way to burn fat all day long? Would you believe that by adding butter to your morning cup of joe, you could be turned into a fat-burning machine? Bulletproof coffee has become a new fad in health food restaurants across the nation. But what exactly does it do? In this article we’ll explore the myths and facts about bulletproof coffee.

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