Fitness
Winter Break Hours of Operation
Below are the Winter Break Holiday hours of operation for all facilities: AFC: The AFC will have the following altered facility hours during winter break (December 21-January 21): Monday-Friday 6am-9pm Saturday 8am-7pm Sunday 9am-9pm Facility will be closed on December 24, 25, 31 and January 1 *Pools will close 30 minutes prior to the […]
Diaries Of A Happy Yogi: Sockin’ It To Your Practice
By: Ashley Whimpey This little piggy had socks on, this little piggy had none. This little piggy started slipping, and this little piggy felt strong. While in a gym setting it’s a safety requirement for all parties involved that shoes be worn, and toes be covered, in a yoga class it’s better to go barefoot. […]
Quality of Work Life Mini Survey Results
In our continued effort to connect with and serve the faculty and staff of George Mason University, Mason Recreation and the Quality of Work Life Committee administered a survey in the Spring of 2016 that was open to all faculty and staff members. The survey was publicized in About Mason, via the Human Resources department […]
Mason Recreation End of the Year: The Awards!
Here are a few superlatives that were awarded during our end of the year social! Mason Recreation Employee of the Year Winner: Gerald Castillo Spring Employee of the Semester Winner: Elizabeth Vana The EDGE Grace under Pressure Burmese politician and Nobel Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi once described leadership as “grace under pressure.” This award […]
Fit for Finals!
Finals. When we hear that word we all think of the sleep deprivation, binging on unhealthy food or not eating at all and the anxiety of whether or not we will pass. It is easy during finals season to forget about our well being by doing all these things, and don’t feel guilty because I […]
Diary of a Fit Patriot: Fitness Icons
By: Alison M. Hall When you hear the words “fitness icon,” who do you think of? It probably depends on your age and interests. Here are 20 individuals who changed the face of the industry. If it weren’t for these people, the gym wouldn’t be the same. This list is by no means exhaustive, just […]
Beach Body Workouts
Alright, men. It’s that time of the year! It’s Spring Time and that means it’s time to get those beach bodies ready! That means chest workouts. That means working those shoulders and arms. That means getting yourself a six pack (and I don’t mean of beer). We all want to look our best during the […]