Fitness
Now Hiring: Challenge Course Facilitator
The George Mason University, Mason Recreation, Center for Team and Organizational Learning (The EDGE), located at the Freedom Center on the Prince William campus, is seeking applicants for the position of Challenge Course Facilitator. The EDGE is an incredible opportunity to work with others in an exciting and stimulating environment. Applicants will join an expert team of […]
Summer Training: Beat the Heat
It is now the middle of summer, arguably the hottest part of the year. With the temperature regularly reaching the mid 90’s, it is extremely important to take certain precautions when exercising outdoors. If you are exercising outside, then the time of day is important. Try to avoid exercising during the hotter parts of the day, […]
Summer Training: Be Flexible
Flexibility training is an important aspect of any exercise regime. Achieving your optimum level of flexibility increases your body’s resistance to muscular injury by allowing your joints to move through their full range of motion. Flexibility training targets two different tissue adaptations: elasticity and plasticity. Elasticity refers to the muscles ability to return […]
Spring Training: Powerlifting
Mason Recreation just held its semi-annual powerlifting competition on April 27. The meet consisted of the three traditional lifts, the squat, bench, and deadlift. Now that the meet is done, let’s take a close look at these three compound lifts. When completing any of these lifts make sure that you start out with a light […]
Spring Training: Running
Spring is finally here! What better way to enjoy the weather than going outside for a run? Running may seem basic, but there are actually many factors to consider if one plans on logging some miles this year. Let’s cover some of the basics to help you enjoy your run. Shoes: Purchasing running shoes is […]
February Love
February is the month of love. Many people may have felt the stress of finding a Valentine for Valentine’s Day, but before you can focus on being with someone else for a day or maybe even longer, you need to learn to love yourself first. Love your body. Love yourself. You may think that sounds […]
“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving”
Einstein couldn’t have said it better. We’re moving into the winter months and the best thing you can do is just keep moving. Don’t be discouraged by your past weight struggles or your lack of motivation to go to the gym in the cold weather. Just hop on a bike and keep moving. Literally. That’s […]