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Melissa Park | Associate Graphics Editor

The trying-my-best era: a gentle approach to self-improvement

Obioma Eke April 3, 2025
When implementing these practices, keep in mind that you can start whenever you want to. As a matter of fact, start as soon as possible. You do not need to wait for Monday, the end of the month or Jan. 1 to make a difference in your life. 
Liza Berdykulova | Senior Graphic Artist

The classic holdover: A spring break away from home

Ananya Swaroop March 4, 2025
Maybe I’ll wake up without an alarm, make a good breakfast, take a relaxing bath and tick off things from my spring break bucket list. Of course, there will be moments where I’ll wish I was home, but I’ll remind myself that I’ll be okay. And above all, I’ll take it one day at a time. 
An employee works on renovations at Rock Spot Brookline before its opening this Friday. The Boston University Climbing Club partnered with Rock Spot and will hold practices, as well as events, at this new location. SYDNEY ROTH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Climbing gym comes to Brookline as new hotspot for college students

Samantha Genzer February 29, 2024
A new climbing facility in Brookline hopes to open on Commonwealth Ave. this Friday. Steps away from Boston University’s campus, the gym is conveniently located for many college students in the area. 
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Exercise | Doctor’s Orders

Luc Ljoka December 5, 2023
Dear Doctors, I want to exercise more, but the gym bros at Fitrec intimidate me. What should I do? Sincerely, Perplexed
Lila Baltaxe | Graphic Artist

Spring into fitness with the Nike Run Club App

Amber Morris March 3, 2023
Four years ago, as a high school student, I was looking for a way to track my goals and runs without the expense of buying a watch. After trying out a myriad of different applications on my iPhone, the one that stuck with me was the Nike Run Club App. 
Yvonne Tang | Senior Graphic Artist

Tips for navigating those FitRec jitters

Margaret Corona February 16, 2023
Regardless of why attending the gym might give you angst, understanding a large percentage of FitRec attendees are in your shoes, too, may alleviate some of your nerves before you step foot in the gym.
Chloe Hannum / DFP Staff

Conquering the gym bro culture to find peace of mind

Payton Renegar April 19, 2022
An easier lesson to say than learn, the gym forced me to stop caring what people thought of me.
What is the most interesting thing you did over break?

What is the most interesting thing you did over break?

Veronica Thompson February 9, 2022

Unmasked is the storytelling podcast that uncovers the thoughts, feelings and voices of the BU Community. Today’s prompt was — what is the most interesting thing you did over break? Click...

A pair of figure skates. Since coming to Boston University, Lifestyle writer Grace has found her ideal exercise outlet between campus club sports, like figure skating, and fitness groups. COURTESY OF KELLI MCCLINTOCK VIA UNSPLASH

A letter to former high school athletes

Grace Knoop December 7, 2021
Through club sports and different fitness groups on campus, I have found the perfect balance.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Gender Justice: Can we start treating our women in sports better?

Meredith Varner April 2, 2021
Professional leagues have to catch up with the times and stop treating women as afterthoughts.
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Pandemic poses new challenges for married couples

Rin Velasco March 26, 2021
A year of newly close quarters due to the pandemic may have contributed to an increase in divorces.

Running is my release

Maya Frankel March 1, 2021
The only way to reach my goals and release this unnecessary stress is to run — to run until every ounce of worry leaves my body.
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