Happy Holidays from University Recreation

University Recreation would like to take the opportunity to wish everyone a happy and healthy holiday season! [more...]

Dressing for Cold Weather Exercise

Have you ever heard the old saying, "Cotton kills?" You probably have if you engage in any type of outdoor winter activities. So if not cotton, what should you wear when exercising outside in the cold? The answer … well, it depends. It depends on the activity and it depends on the weather. But there are definitely guidelines to dress by. [more...]

Quitting Smoking is Hard-You Don't Have To Do It Alone

In November of 1977, the American Cancer Society went nationwide with a campaign known as the Great American Smokeout (GAS). Since then there have been dramatic changes in the way that American society views tobacco use and promotion. [more...]

Dietary Supplements: Safe or Stay Away?

"Gain, Gain, Gain" "Get MONSTER Muscles NOW!" "Lose weight and still eat EVERYTHING you want" You've seen the claims, and though it is tempting you still question the validity of these promises, but how do you really know what to believe? It sure would be nice to just pop a pill, or mix up a shake and see near instant results. What works and what is bogus? What is safe and what is harmful? What exactly is a supplement? [more...]

Student Recreation Center Natatorium Closure

Due to a severe plaster failure in the Student Recreation Center pool, the SRC pool will be closed from December 4 until Tuesday December 26 for repairs. The current state of the plaster has caused damage to pool systems, patron discomfort, and led to the difficulty in maintaining water cleanliness. [more...]