February 5, 2025

    Movement is Medicine...Except When It’s Not

    General rule: it’s better to move than not to!  - doom scrolling, sitting, and feeling down. You’ve probably heard that movement is medicine. In general, this is an excellent rule to live by! If you find yourself doing any of these three things, doing any kind of physical activity will probably help you feel better physically and mentally. Movement is medicine, but there are a few situations where you want to be careful. One of the places where you’ll want to adjust your “dose” of movement is when you’re overwhelmed and stressed out or not feeling well. (Read full entry)
    January 29, 2025

    Fitness Industry Myths #4 – You should look 'picture perfect' and confident while you exercise

    Have you ever noticed how good fitness influencers look in their videos while they are exercising? Even when they’re really pushing themselves hard, they still somehow look great. If this is all you see on social media, you might believe that you also need to somehow look flawless when you’re physically active. This is yet another fitness industry myth that has created huge psychological barriers for people trying to get active because it can makes exercise seem really intimidating. This myth can impact how you think people at the gym behave. (Read full entry)
    January 28, 2025

    Move Your Mood: Wellness & Recreation Fair

    Come out to the Western Student Recreation Centre Atrium on Tuesday January 28 2-5pm for the free Move Your Mood: Wellness & Recreation Fair. Check out free fitness classes, tours of Campus Recreation, Wellness and Campus Partner booths and information, snacks, art-based activities, Pocket Pets Little Tracks Petting Zoo and more. Free for Western students. (Read full entry)
    January 22, 2025

    Fitness Industry Myths #3 – Everyone should like long, intense workouts 

    If you’ve ever seen videos of people working out with huge smiles on their faces, it's likely got you thinking, “If they like running or deadlifting or burpees that much, then it must be fun!”  And maybe it is fun... for them. Maybe they really like it.  But maybe the fitness industry is trying to convince you that you should like long and intense workouts. Maybe it’s trying to convince you that exercising a certain way should be fun and exciting for everyone- whether that’s CrossFit or Pilates or a push/pull split weights routine.  (Read full entry)
    January 17, 2025

    First Aid Courses Available

    Get ready for your summer job, meet your academic requirements, and gain a valuable certification by enrolling in our Standard First Aid and CPR-C courses!  (Read full entry)
    January 16, 2025

    Move Your Mood: FREE Yoga and Meditation classes for Western Students

    FREE Yoga and Meditation classes for Western Students are being offered for the winter term, by Western Campus Recreation. Move your mood Mustangs! Discover the perfect way to relax, recharge, and connect with your peers! As part of the new Move Your Mood initiative, we’re thrilled to offer FREE weekly yoga and meditation classes, open to all Western students. No experience necessary. All levels welcome. This program, supported by the Parr Centre, is part of an initiative to improve mental and physical health through inclusive, non-clinical, and tailored movement opportunities. (Read full entry)
    January 15, 2025

    Fitness Industry Myths #2 – Looking thin/muscular/toned is the same thing as being healthy and happy 

    A prominent myth permeated through the fitness industry is the idea that looking thin/muscular/toned is equivalent to being healthy and happy. This false equivalency sets people up for failure if they are expecting to attain a robust sense of wellness when and if they achieve a particular “look.”  If you’re looking to social media for inspiration to lead a healthy life – both mentally and physically – be careful! (Read full entry)
    January 13, 2025

    Personal Training - Invest in Yourself

    Investing in yourself through personal training at Campus Recreation in the Western Student Recreation Centre (WSRC) not only enhances physical fitness but also fosters personal growth, motivation, and well-being. It's a valuable investment in oneself that can yield long-term benefits extending far beyond the gym.  (Read full entry)
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