In many ways, running is an activity that does not come naturally to me. Before March of last year, I used to joke about how odd it is that people willingly go for runs even though nothing is chasing them.…
Why I am Officially a Canadian: Labouring Over a Skating Rink for Reading Week
“You have officially lost it” my roommate, Lucy said to me. In the moment, I was standing in a foot of water—wearing Blundstones and jeans—and frozen chunks of ice hung off of my pantlegs like ornaments. There was not much…
She Moves: A Conference in Motion
I had the opportunity to attend two She Moves events, beginning with the Women on Weights (or alternatively, WOW) session. This introductory-level weightlifting session provided attendees with a solid foundation for embarking upon a fitness program based upon strength training. In…
Love of Self Day: Attending the Afro-Fusion Cardio Dance Class
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, the spirit of love is in the air. It’s important that amidst the Valentine’s Day excitement, the concept of self-love doesn’t get left behind. That’s why U of T’s Sport & Rec division…
Dog Fostering: Great for both Human and Canine
This past year, I’m confident that I’ve set my personal hour for Most Hours Spent Indoors. Since I don’t need to jog from class to class anymore (unless you count scrambling to find zoom links as exercise), and my living…
Movement Breaks Provide Bite-Sized Activity
Somehow, I don’t think I’m the only student who can say that since March 2020, I often find myself with an aching back and neck from sitting at my laptop for an unspeakable amount of time. With school online, getting…
Vogue Dance Online Class: a Chance to Hone Your Vogueing Skills
I desperately attempt a cat walk, my arms alternating forward motions with each step. Looking at the Vogue Dance online class instructor moving so gracefully, I’ve got to admit, I feel a bit foolish. But after all, pushing yourself out…
Mindful Moments Yoga: A chance for reflective movement
“Okay everyone, head into child’s pose”Folding my body over my bent knees, I extend my arms. Wow, is reaching forward like this supposed to be so hard? Man, I need to stretch more, I think to myself during U of…
4 Ways to Enjoy a Winter Day
The transition from a fall coat to a full-on winter jacket marks the true beginning of winter¾well, to me at least. With the recent drop in temperatures from this week, I’ve donned my winter coat and accepted that it’s probably…
A new kind of intramural: Sport & Rec’s Amazing Race
The words “Amazing Race” bring to mind images of sweaty, backpack-wearing tourists running around the world, competing in a series of semi-absurd challenges in hopes of claiming a million dollar prize. Of course, with the pandemic in full swing, a…