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Males and Eating Disorders teaches fitness and wellness

By Colin Finnegan | February 25, 2014

Eating disorders and body issues have historically been associated with women, but they are prominent in men, as students learned at a Tuesday event.Eating disorders and gender were the topic of discussion during Males and Eating Disorders in the Holmes...

Avoid cold, get fit inside

By Blake Glosson | January 26, 2014

Even with the Recreation Center closing on Monday and Tuesday there is no excuse not to exercise.I know it will be much easier to sit inside and wait until the Rec. opens, but sitting around isn’t the best choice for your health.“Being inside and...

Stay active, healthy during winter; exercise important

Stay active, healthy during winter; exercise important

By Gina Lorusso | November 19, 2013

It’s time to layer up the sweaters, lock the bikes away and prepare for the winter.When we get into the habit of cuddling up until the winter is over, we sacrifice the healthy everyday activities we do. Of course, there are ways to stay healthy during...

Fit Club saves dollars, sheds pounds

By Rachel Scaman | September 9, 2013

Looking to get in shape this year? The Huskie Fitness Club has workout and diet plans to cater to student and faculty needs.The club started off the semester with a new workout plan for university members who are looking to shed a few extra pounds.“The...

Health and Wellness Fair promotes healthier NIU

By Lauren Dielman | March 26, 2012

Students can get free health screenings, chair massages, acupuncture, skin care information and more all in one place: the Health and Wellness Fair. Friday marks the 20th annual Health and Wellness Fair. Employee Relations collaborates with Recreation...

Derek Koegel, senior political science major, receives a shirt after taking the NorthernPACT pledge in DuSable Hall Monday afternoon.

Northern PACT promotes open community

By Felix Sarver | February 27, 2012

Open community is the new theme for Northern PACT this year. This week, Northern PACT is reaffirming the pledges students made last semester and inviting students new to the Northern PACT to make pledges this semester. “Since most students sign the...

File Photo, Northern Star- NIU students can take advantage of
programs like pilates at the Rec.

Don’t run out of steam: Sticking to New Year’s resolutions

By Hailey Kurth | January 16, 2012

Making a New Year's resolution is the easy part--sticking to it is what can prove to be a problem. "My resolution for this year is to be more approachable by giving a better vibe to people," said Khaled Ismail, junior political science major. Another...

Campus Recreation Center to host fitness classes

By Lauren Dielman | September 22, 2011

The Campus Recreation Center will host a number of group fitness classes throughout the week.In order to take classes, one has to purchase a fitness pass at $64 a semester or $103 for the entire year.Classes offered include belly dancing, body combat,...

NIU Rec Center receives, installs new equipment

By Brian Belford | June 9, 2011

It's no downtown country club, it's not exclusive and it doesn't have a climbing wall, but NIU's Recreational Facility is trying to give students a place to work out in style. However, expensive equipment and an out-of-date facility are two problems facing...

Freshman biology major Vanessa Gonzalez runs on a treadmill at the NIU Recreation Center in April.

Workout tips: Cardio improves weight training performance

By Rick Young | May 8, 2011

DeKALB | Exercise has two basic types: cardiovascular activity and weight lifting. The NIU Recreation Center and students shared their thoughts on when the best time is to do both during work out routines. Eric Appiah, assistant director of fitness,...

Rec center looking for class instructors

By Amy Kreeger | February 3, 2011

DeKALB | The Campus Recreation Center is looking for people to get physical. A group instructor workshop is being held for any student interested in learning how to instruct an exercise class. Workshop director Eric Appiah said the initial meeting day...