Cassandra Jenkins, Temple University

Many students rely on their college for gym access. If you’ve returned to your hometown and don’t have a local gym, there are still plenty of fun ways to get exercise.

Janey Schmidt, Columbia College Chicago

Sometimes starting is the hardest part — especially if working out in front of others makes you anxious.

Jake Sanders, Rhodes College

Parts of December and January are primarily times of relaxation for college students, but too much of nothing for too long can also easily put you in a sluggish rut.

Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

Whether you’re looking to relax your mind with yoga or burn calories without having to disturb your neighbors, these health influencers will help you work out in your small living space.

Briana Byus, Biola University

The chemical known for bringing happiness to Gen Z is very attainable. Here are some suggestions on how to increase your happy levels in a natural way.

Joseph Gorzka III, University of Virginia

Making simple changes that incorporate more movement into your daily routine can have long-term effects on your wellbeing.

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Treating oneself regularly can be detrimental, and it is important to be aware of the line between taking necessary time for oneself and creating bad habits.

Drew Goretzka, Michigan State University

Whether it be bodybuilding or powerlifting, each discipline consists of different training, planning and body types.

Daniel Reed

Good news! You can work out your brain at the same time you work out your body.

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

Backpacking through nature and sleeping in a tent under the stars isn’t for everyone, but it could be your next adventure.

Audrey Martin, Boston University

I started running because I wanted to get back in shape, but it was my mental health that improved more than anything else.

Audrey Martin, Boston University

Setting exercise goals is great for getting in shape and improving athletic ability — but when taken too far, these innocent attempts to tone up can turn into unhealthy obsessions.

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

At its core, this practice crafts a journey for the individual to find mindfulness and peace in an increasingly chaotic and uncertain world.

Janella Tibbetts, Framingham State University

Not only is lifting weights good for your health, but it can help cultivate a sense of confidence and self-leadership that can drastically improve your life.

Sarah Stager, University of Pittsburgh

Daily strolls are holistic therapy in the midst of COVID-19.

Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University

You might want to go back full-force, but it’s better to play it cool and avoid strain and injury.

Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University

Going to the gym can be intimidating, not to mention expensive, but that doesn’t have to stop you from getting the exercise you need.

Kali Johnson, Gustavus Adolphus College

Regardless of your skill level or how in shape you are, there’s a few ways to exercise your body while under lockdown.

Kayla Placide, University at Buffalo

There’s a biological reason for why we don’t like to work out, but there are also many long term and harmful consequences.

Daniel Reed

Keeping your body active is important, but there’s not always time. Here’s how to fit it into your busy schedule.

Kaitlin Romriell, Southern New Hampshire University

Personal trainers provide the push you need to better understand how to get strong.

Kristina Fernandez, Florida State University

The burgeoning social-media celebrity dishes on the demands of running a lifestyle account as a college student.

Kristina Fernandez, Florida State University

By making the trainers gain weight alongside their clients, ‘Fit to Fat to Fit’ better reflects the real struggle of weight loss.

Daniel Reed

And no, you can’t ghost the Freshman 15 like you did to your summer fling.