Who is ready for this gross weather to go away? It literally snowed yesterday on April 15!! It feels like fall and spring have become nonexistent and winter just drags on far longer than anyone wants it to. Luckily, May…
Why You Should Put Down the Books and Go to Sleep
I have always loved sleep. When I was little, I even used to ask my parents if I could go to bed early, because I loved it that much! (I was an odd kid, but that’s beside the point!) My…
Breaking Down Brain Break: Why Exercise is Important During Exam Season
We made it! Classes are finally finished for the term, but that means exam season is starting, which brings with it it’s own level of added stress. We always hear that its important to exercise, especially during this busy time…
“Fitspo” May be Inspiring the Wrong Things
We all know how addictive social media can be. A quick five-minute phone break soon turns into a half hour of mindless scrolling through our Instagram feed. Though it is heavily addictive and a major time-waster, we might convince ourselves…
Benefits of hitting the pool
There’s something so calming about swimming. I love just being able to get in the water, and let everything else from my day literally wash away. I used to swim a lot when I was younger, and I always looked…
Reflecting on my New Year’s resolutions
I can’t believe it’s almost March. I feel like January and February have just flown by! Usually they feel like the longest months of the year, but not this time around. Since we’re almost two months into 2019, it seems…
#JoyatUofT-Why self-care habits are bringing me joy this winter
My feet have been completely wet for the last 5 hours after having waded through melting snow puddles. Oh, and I got sprayed with slush by a giant truck after having to get off a dysfunctional streetcar and waiting in…
Surprising benefits of exercising outside in the winter
So, I’ve never been a huge fan of the cold. There’s something just slightly off-putting about your tears freezing in your eyes and your nose constantly running—I don’t know, maybe it’s just me. This winter has not been going easy…
Why networking is scary-but doesn’t have to be
So, I don’t know about you, but networking terrifies me. Not that I’ve actually ever done it much (you know, because I’m terrified.) There’s something so intimidating about approaching random strangers and having a conversation, especially when it’s someone who…
Challenge yourself with MoveU NewU!
We’re in the third week of January, which means that the New Year’s resolution high is beginning to fade. Gym shoes are beginning to gather dust, meanwhile cookie jars are gradually being replenished. If this sounds like your reality, you…