With the Pepperdine Fitness Center opening its doors last spring and The Mountain project planned for the future, Director of Campus Recreation Robb Bolton said he’s confident campus health and fitness is in a good place. But not so long ago, in the depths of the Firestone Fieldhouse Weight Room, the mood wasn’t quite so bright.
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Temporary Fitness Center Opens April 22
Pepperdine’s New Fitness Center was projected to open in Summer 2022, due to construction delays. The fitness center will open Friday April 22, with a grand opening in the fall 2022 semester.
The Best Ways to Work Out Online
Exercising remotely, whether through a Zoom class or a YouTube video, has become a popular alternative for individuals who want to keep up their personal health. Students and faculty discuss how they are working out and how other students can be motivated to do the same in a time where gyms and fitness classes are not accessible to everyone.
Pepperdine Works Toward a New Fitness Center
Pepperdine plans to build a new fitness center next to Seaside Residence Hall. While COVID-19 pushed back the original opening, administration continues with plans for the temporary site.
Read & Rave: Beauty, Health and Wellness Curated by Yas
Art by Caitlin Roark My journey toward health and wellness began when I moved to Malibu for college; as it turns out, I also moved away from what I now realize was a full-time, nutrition-conscientious chef (and chauffeur) in the form of my mother. I grew up in a home where we never had dessert, […]
Dedicate Time for Your Health
Art by Caitlin Roark The Freshman 15 is a term referring to the belief among college students that the experiences of a first-year college student lead to a weight gain of about 15 pounds. Much of this sudden weight gain is sometimes attributed to the unfamiliar sources of stress incoming college students are faced with, […]
Move At Your Own Pace
The first time I went to a boxing class was a year ago and I left halfway through. I didn’t think I would take a boxing class again, but ever since my friend talked about how good Rumble was, I wanted to give it another try. After taking one of their classes, I came to […]
Become a Long-Distance Runner
Art by Peau Porotesano Running is one of the most basic forms of exercise; it requires nothing more than a pair of shoes and willpower. Long-distance running, defined by consecutively running at least 5 miles according to RunforWealth.com, can be physically draining to the human body, but it also has many mental benefits. People should […]
DIG Cycle and Strength Hosts Monthly Charity Rides
DIG Cycle and Strength in Calabasas has be hosting monthly “Ride for Change” classes. At the end of November, DIG is raising awareness for prostate/testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention with the Movember Foundation. NewsWaves 32 reporter Chad Jimenez shares more on Dig’s cycling and TRX classes.
Malibu Hidden Gem: Escondido Falls
Photo courtesy of Stephanie Keener Now as the end of midterms are vastly approaching, it’s time to find a place to relax and destress from the chaos on campus. For those who want to be surrounded by nature and not the stress of homework, the hike to Escondido Falls just may do the trick. Escondido […]
