November 11, 2026

    The Science of Joyful Movement: Why Enjoyment Predicts Exercise Success

    As the semester progresses, many students find that the excitement and motivation they felt in September begin to fade. Assignments pile up, daylight hours get shorter, and finding time for physical activity can become more challenging. When this happens, many people assume they need more discipline or willpower. Research suggests something different. One of the strongest predictors of whether someone will continue being physically active is not motivation, fitness level, or athletic ability - it is enjoyment. Simply put, when we enjoy moving, we are more likely to keep doing it. This Wellness & Fitness Wednesday, brought to you by Move Your Mood, is about The Science of Joyful Movement: Why Enjoyment Predicts Exercise Success. (Read full entry)
    November 10, 2026

    Move Your Mood: FREE Glow-in-the-Dark Yoga

    Register now! Take a break from the stress of the semester and recharge with Western Campus Recreation’s FREE Glow-in-the-Dark Yoga event! As part of the Move Your Mood initiative, this event encourages students to prioritize their mental and physical well-being through movement, mindfulness, and relaxation. Join us on Friday, November 13, at 8:00 PM at the Western Student Recreation Centre for a unique glow-in-the-dark yoga experience. Whether you're looking to calm your nerves, relieve stress, or simply take a break from studying, this event offers a fun and welcoming opportunity to unwind and move your body. (Read full entry)
    October 30, 2026

    Western Campus Recreation Renovation Update

    Phase 1 is officially complete! The Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC) front entranceway renovation has reached an exciting milestone, with the final piece of Phase 1 - the signage - installed earlier this week!  We're now moving into Phase 2: The Retail Space!  (Read full entry)
    October 28, 2026

    Rest, Recover, Recharge: Why Taking a Break Can Help You Succeed: Wellness & Fitness Wednesday

    As October comes to a close, university students are well into the fall semester. Reading Week has come and gone, midterms are underway or wrapping up, and assignments, projects and deadlines are beginning to pile up. For many students, this is the time of year when the pressure to keep going can feel overwhelming. You may have returned from Reading Week feeling refreshed and ready to tackle the rest of the semester. Or perhaps you spent much of the break catching up on readings, studying for exams or completing assignments, and you're already feeling like you need another break. Either way, here's something important to remember: Rest isn't the opposite of productivity. It's an essential part of it. (Read full entry)
    October 26, 2026

    Intermediate First Aid Course with CPR-C & AED November Classes Available

    Learn Skills That Could Save a Life! Be prepared when it matters most! Western Campus Recreation offers Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C & AED (formerly known as Standard First Aid and CPR-C), a comprehensive Lifesaving Society certification course designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to respond in an emergency. Two class options: November 14 and 15 - 9:30am-5:30pm OR November 28 and 29 - 9:30am-5:30pm. Read more and register. (Read full entry)
    October 22, 2026

    Bringing People Together Through Sport: Western Hosts First-Ever Try Unified Sports Day

    Western Campus Recreation's inaugural event brought Western students and Special Olympics athletes together for a day of sport, friendship and inclusion. Organized through Western Campus Recreation, the event welcomed 13 Western students and 19 Special Olympics athletes for a day of activities designed to introduce participants to Unified Sports, build new friendships and celebrate inclusion through recreation. Read more. (Read full entry)
    October 21, 2026

    Western to Host Women's Flag Football Tournament, Creating New Opportunities for Students

    Western Campus Recreation's Women's Flag Football Club will welcome approximately 160 athletes from six universities for a day of competition on October 25, as the sport continues to gain momentum across Canada. Read more. (Read full entry)
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