Decode Your Cravings: What Does Your Body Need?

By Aly Halter, Editor
November 19, 2009

Everyone just assumes that when they have a salt craving, it means their body just must “need” that salt.  This is not entirely true; in fact, our certain cravings are actually alerts from our body that we are missing something in our diet. Read on to learn what your body is trying to tell... Read more »

Tales of A Half Marathon Newbie: OBX

By Aly Halter, Editor
November 12, 2009

When my good friends (and running buddies) from Virginia Beach mentioned the idea of me running a half marathon with them, I laughed and told them it would never happen.  Little did I know, on November 8th, 2009 at 7:00 a.m., I would be running the Outer Banks Gateway Bank Half Marathon… and live... Read more »

Make Healthy Cafeteria Choices

By Aly Halter, Editor
November 4, 2009

It is easy to be led astray by all the fried food offered in the cafeteria, especially when it is all-you-can-eat.  You will notice, however, that a few small changes to your food choices can make you feel better as you lead a healthier lifestyle. Follow these steps to eat better in the caf: Read more... Read more »

Foods To Eat For Your Workout

By Aly Halter, Editor
October 26, 2009

Many people still wonder why they are working out and not losing weight.  Others are working out and wondering why they can’t gain weight.  There are even some who wonder why they experience indigestion or cramps during their workout routine.  Read on to learn about the best foods to fuel your... Read more »

Introducing: The Diet-Friendly “Hungry Girl!”

By Aly Halter, Editor
October 15, 2009

If you want to eat your favorite foods like nachos, chicken salad, pizza, mac and cheese, cheesecake, chili, and pumpkin pie without packing on the pounds . . . READ ON! “I’m not a nutritionist, I’m just hungry.” –Lisa Lillien, Hungry Girl Lisa Lillien, founder of Hungry... Read more »

Avoid Getting Sick This Flu Season

By Aly Halter, Editor
October 12, 2009

Everyone has heard ad nauseam about the dangers of the swine flu and the precautions we must take to avoid the illness.  However, although sanitizing your hands and getting vaccinated is a start, we need to be aware of our unhealthy behaviors we don’t even think twice about so we can prevent more... Read more »

Bigger Biceps in 4-6 Weeks

By Aly Halter, Editor
October 9, 2009

Since I’m an expert on the girly workout, I consulted wellness center student-staffer Josh Owen for some “manly” lifting advice. Follow this guide to bigger biceps in 4-6 weeks. Exercise – Sets, Reps -Target Muscles: Wide-Grip Barbell Curl – 3 sets, 4 reps – targets... Read more »

How To Fight The Workout Slump!

By Aly Halter, Editor
September 27, 2009

Everyone needs ways to keep themselves motivated to keep exercising and working out. Here, we provide a few tips and tricks to keep yourself from indulging in too many “off” days. Find a workout buddy - working out is SO much easier when you have someone huffing and puffing along with you! Some... Read more »

Zumba at Catawba

By Bronwen Gainsford
September 23, 2009

Worried about how you’re going to fit into your Halloween Costume?  One way to work off some of those extra pounds is by attending the fitness classes offered by the Wellness Center, more specifically, Zumba taught by Susan Hearn. Zumba is a fun new way to work out without the drudgery of running... Read more »

Tone Up, Girls!

By Aly Halter, Editor
September 22, 2009

Let’s face it, most girls don’t want big, bulky muscles. Women can avoid getting bulky by lifting low weight with lots of reps. It’s important to start with an easy weight to avoid any injury, and if anything feels too difficult, don’t hesitate to regress to a lower weight. Read more »