Working out outside of the rec center
The rec center on campus happens to be incredibly far away from many students' abodes. Personally, as an incredibly lazy person, I find that just walking there turns out to be enough of a workout in itself and is a great deterrent from getting in actual exercise.
However it is a common misconception that one has to constantly lift weights for hours on end to stay in shape. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a minimum of 30 minutes of physical activity on most (if not all) days of the week for general good health.
While going to the gym is probably the most efficient way to lose weight or tighten up, there are many things you can do that are fun to at the very least stay healthy.
Spring has almost sprung, although the weather has been playing mind games with us lately. As long as you check the weather report beforehand and dress appropriately (getting sick does not help your health!) it is an excellent idea to take a walk. And while walking the 15 minutes to class may be better than nothing, it's not exactly intensive cardio.
If you have a dog, do both him and yourself a favor and take him on an extra long walk. Or take your non-furry friend instead! Walking is a great way to get in some easy, relaxing cardio, catch up on gossip with your best friend, spend some extra quality time with your significant other and explore Baltimore a little more.
Just please make sure you know where you're going before you start walking so that you don't end up in a neighborhood you perhaps don't want to be in!
During our random days of warm weather, the Beach has already begun to fill up with various people doing various activities. While it may be tempting just to sunbathe, and while I fully recommend completing your homework before you play around, it's a good idea to get in on some of the sporting action that happens on the grass this time of year.
You can, without a doubt, find a group of guys throwing around a baseball, Frisbee or football, or perhaps even kicking around a soccer ball. Ask to join in, and, especially if you're a cute girl, I'm sure they'll say yes. You'll have a blast and maybe even make a few new friends.
However it is a common misconception that one has to constantly lift weights for hours on end to stay in shape. The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a minimum of 30 minutes of physical activity on most (if not all) days of the week for general good health.
While going to the gym is probably the most efficient way to lose weight or tighten up, there are many things you can do that are fun to at the very least stay healthy.
Spring has almost sprung, although the weather has been playing mind games with us lately. As long as you check the weather report beforehand and dress appropriately (getting sick does not help your health!) it is an excellent idea to take a walk. And while walking the 15 minutes to class may be better than nothing, it's not exactly intensive cardio.
If you have a dog, do both him and yourself a favor and take him on an extra long walk. Or take your non-furry friend instead! Walking is a great way to get in some easy, relaxing cardio, catch up on gossip with your best friend, spend some extra quality time with your significant other and explore Baltimore a little more.
Just please make sure you know where you're going before you start walking so that you don't end up in a neighborhood you perhaps don't want to be in!
During our random days of warm weather, the Beach has already begun to fill up with various people doing various activities. While it may be tempting just to sunbathe, and while I fully recommend completing your homework before you play around, it's a good idea to get in on some of the sporting action that happens on the grass this time of year.
You can, without a doubt, find a group of guys throwing around a baseball, Frisbee or football, or perhaps even kicking around a soccer ball. Ask to join in, and, especially if you're a cute girl, I'm sure they'll say yes. You'll have a blast and maybe even make a few new friends.
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