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Pepperdine Works Toward a New Fitness Center

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Firestone Fieldhouse hosts the old fitness center. Campus Recreation plans to build the new one next to Seaside Residence Hall. Photo by Ali Levens Pepperdine plans to build a temporary fitness center to create more space and bring in new equipment for students to use. The temporary location will bridge the gap between the old fitness space in Firestone Fieldhouse and the plan … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Works Toward a New Fitness Center

Read & Rave: Beauty, Health and Wellness Curated by Yas

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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, and everything was organic. Pop-Tarts, soda, sugary cereals and other typical … [Read more...] about Read & Rave: Beauty, Health and Wellness Curated by Yas

Dedicate Time for Your Health

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Art by Caitlin RoarkThe 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, including course work and moving out from home. Entering … [Read more...] about Dedicate Time for Your Health

Move At Your Own Pace

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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 a realization: It's important to go at your own pace. I didn't like boxing the first time because I felt … [Read more...] about Move At Your Own Pace

Become a Long-Distance Runner

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Art by Peau PorotesanoRunning 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 invest in long-distance running because of … [Read more...] about Become a Long-Distance Runner