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Rec busier with changed hours

By KeAndre Worthy | September 17, 2013

Students should consider the time of day the next time they go to the Recreation Center to work out.The Rec’s hours changed with the new semester, and employees have reported an increase in business.“Usually in the beginning of the semester we get...

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...

Apps make exercising easier

By Jen Weddle | January 22, 2013

Need help getting motivated to do some push-ups, burn calories or choose music for an intense workout? Don’t sweat it. There’s an app for that. Technology has revolutionized our world in so many ways, including the way we get in shape, so it’s only...

Music may be NIU gymnastics' secret weapon

Music may be NIU gymnastics’ secret weapon

By Matt Hopkinson | January 22, 2013

People use music to help them in a task they may be working on. Some study while listening to classical or easy going music, others use high intensity music for exercising. The women of the NIU gymnastics team pair their music with their routines, specifically...

Alternative ways to get in shape

By Jen Weddle | January 14, 2013

When I think of New Year’s resolutions, my mind instantly fills with thoughts of overcrowded, sweaty gyms - you have to wait in line for a treadmill or weights just to fulfill the promise every other person in a five-foot vicinity has made to themselves....

DeKalb Park District to host Zumba Parties

By The Northern Star Staff | January 14, 2013

The DeKalb Park District will be hosting Zumba Parties the first Friday of every month at its sports and recreation center, 1765 S. Fourth St. Participation in the Zumba parties will cost $5. Zumba is a form of exercise that blends international Latin...

Staying in shape after the turkey

Staying in shape after the turkey

By Hailey Kurth | November 22, 2011

With Thanksgiving break right around the corner, the urge to binge is high. For some, staying healthy during break can prove to be difficult. Jason DaCosta, senior exercise science major, said most students fail to stay true to their workouts during vacation...

Wanda Wynes, Northern Illinois University Foundation Assistant
Controller, works her cardiovascular system on a stair stepper at
the YMCA, 2500 Bethany Road in Sycamore, Monday night.

Local exercise experts help students stay in shape

By Olivia Willoughby | October 24, 2011

The sweet treats-filled Halloween and hefty helpings of Thanksgiving are coming up, but working off the extra weight doesn't have to be a challenge. FitWorkz, 1690 Sycamore Road, is the largest health club in the DeKalb area, said owner Ray Binkowski....

Start exercising now if you want to fit that halloween costume

By Aaron Brooks | October 2, 2011

A year ago, Jessica Jenks, a former colleague of mine, wrote a Halloween column reminding students that, "Your cellulite, love handles, stretch marks and cankles are not attributes that should be flaunted. Luckily, I'm reminding you to start working out...

Life is too short for counting calories

July 21, 2011

A girl walked into my work one day. Even though she was probably in her late 20s or early 30s, she couldn't have been more than 90 pounds.Even with her baggy clothes, you could still see her bony spine protruding from her shirt as she bent down to look...

Summer makes it easy to stay in shape

July 14, 2011

Running sucks. It is the single most life-draining exercise you can do. You know you're working out when you're dripping in sweat, your face is bright red and your lungs are on fire. Personally, if I'm working out, I'd rather be doing something (anything)...

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...