With the semester underway and homework starting to pile up, it’s easy to put exercise and physical activity at the bottom of the priority list. Here are ten suggestions from ChooseMyPlate.gov to stay fit up at school.1. Walk or bike to class. If you live close enough to campus, avoid driving or spending money on public transportation by walking or biking to class. If you drive to campus, park your car farther away from the building to lengthen your walk.
Take advantage of the warm weather this semester. Walk or bike to the park, store, or your friend’s apartment. Take the long way home at the end of the day. Gather your friends and go for a Sunday walk.
2. Take the stairs. As tempting as the elevators and escalators are, avoid them by using the stairs. This exercise is a great habit to start and will help tone your legs at the same time!
We have plenty of opportunities to climb stairs and hike hills here on campus. It may be hard at first, but if you keep at it, getting to the Ricks will be easy in no time.
3. Join a sport. Find a sport that interests you the most and one that will keep you active during our spare time. If you played a sport in high school such as basketball or soccer, you can continue playing in college!
During the spring, there are always students playing basketball, soccer, Frisbee, or other sports at the fields on campus and the parks around town. Go join a game, enjoy the sunshine, and make some new friends.
4. Join an intramural team. Another fun way to remain active is by joining an intramural team. Most universities offer classic sports such as basketball or baseball. But some campuses also offer activities such as ultimate Frisbee and bowling.
You can participate in Recreation or Competitive sports year-round on campus. All levels of experience are invited to participate. Create your own team or join one. Check out what’s available this semester by going to the Sports Activities website. http://beta.byui.edu/activities/sports
5. Hit the gym. Visit your school’s gym or recreation center. Go for a run on an indoor track or grab basketball and shoot some hoops. Try to vary your routine each time to avoid boredom.
Utilize the indoor track and courts at the BYU-Idaho Center and the exercise equipment in the Hart Building. The Fitness Center at the Hart is open from 5 AM to 11:30 PM Monday through Saturday. You can also check out equipment like basketballs and racquets in the Equipment room. Make sure you wear your approved BYU-I work out clothing (http://beta.byui.edu/activities/resources/exercise-facilities-and-play-fields/hart-building/swimming-and-exercise-clothing-rules ).
6. Be active with friends. Go for a walk, hike, or bike ride with friends to catch up and have fun!
Go hike R Mountain, train for a race with your friends, or bike around town!
7. Take a fitness class. Most universities offer a wide range of fitness classes for little or no charge. Find a schedule online and choose a class that you enjoy such as yoga, spinning, kickboxing, or aerobics.
BYU-Idaho offers free fitness classes to its students and employees. Classes include yoga, zumba, cycling, water aerobics, abs that rock, and sculpting step. Most classes are offered multiple times during the week at multiple times in the evening. Class times are listed on the BYU-Idaho Calendar and schedules are available in the Fitness Center.
8. Fitness for credit. Elective classes such as swimming are a great way to remain active while also earning school credit. Not only are these classes fun, but they offer you a scheduled workout once or twice a week. Sign up with friends or try out a new class that strikes your interest.
Check out the school course catalog to see what classes are offered!
9. Sign up for an adventure trip. Many universities also offer adventure trips, such as hiking and whitewater rafting, to their students at a discounted price. Check out your university’s recreation Web site for a list of upcoming events, and sign up for an active trip.
During the spring, participate in Outdoor Activities. You can sign up for rock climbing, star gazing, rafting and biking trips, backpacking, and much more. Check out the school calendar and their website to see what’s coming up! http://www.byui.edu/activities/outdoor
You can also create your own adventure by renting equipment from the Outdoor Resource Center (ORC) located at the stadium. You can rent bikes, hiking/camping equipment, and any other gear for your expeditions. Check out their rental guides at their website. http://www.byui.edu/orc
10. Balance calories. What you eat is just as important as how active you are. Keep track of how much you eat and your daily physical activity to help you to maintain a healthy weight. Use the free SuperTracker online application to track your fitness goals: www.SuperTracker.usda.gov.
Eat your fruits and vegetables, drink lots of water, eat whole grains, and limit your fats, added sugar, and sodium!
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