Photo by Shayla Girardin At one point or another, we’ve all had to face the Pepperdine stairs. Whether we’re running late for COM 180 or trekking up to Towers, it’s safe to say we’ve all dreaded the countless steps at some point in time. As annoying as they are, walking up those stairs could actually be doing you a favor. Not only are you breaking a sweat, but you’re also … [Read more...] about Stepperdine: Put Campus to Use with Your Workout
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Pilates Plus Puts the Fit in Fitness
Photos by Shayla Girardin Think you know all there is to Pilates? Think again! Pilates Plus is a unique workout that incorporates strength training and Pilates to achieve maximum muscle definition. Located right off of the Pacific Coast Highway, Pilates Plus is a great workout option for Pepperdine students. Pilates Plus owner Kristi Vacanti said the secret to Pilates … [Read more...] about Pilates Plus Puts the Fit in Fitness
How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions Past January 1
“Eat healthy. Lose weight. Get more sleep.” Sound familiar? If your New Year’s resolution list sounds similar to this you’re not alone. According to health.com, one out of every three Americans establishes a New Year’s resolution. But after the holiday buzz is over and we’re forced to return to our lives, those resolutions can be hard to keep. Whether you’re hoping to lose … [Read more...] about How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions Past January 1
What the heck is HIIT?
Photo by Shayla Girardin Short for “High Intensity Interval Training,” HIIT is a new workout method that is taking the fitness world by storm. HIIT is a creative way to burn fat effectively by alternating between high and low intensity interval training. According to bodybuilding.com, HIIT is much more efficient than standard cardio because participants can push their … [Read more...] about What the heck is HIIT?
The CrossFit Craze
Photos by Shawn Jones For some, the thought of CrossFit entails heavy weights, grueling competitions and strong athletes. As a result, many turn away without a second thought. This was true of senior Whitney Gilliam, niece of sports medicine professors Holden and Priscilla MacRae. A few years ago, the MacRaes started to participate in CrossFit and urged Gilliam to check it … [Read more...] about The CrossFit Craze
