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How To... Shop WiselyBy September 18, 2011 - 7:02pm You must remember the movie "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days" in which Kate Hudson writes a column featuring her "How to" scenarios. So, this year at Her Campus Colby we're going to dedicate our blog to our own "How to" situations! This week we're going to look at wallet friendly ways to expand your closet! The first thing to do is find a style that fits you well. Unfortunately, there are not many store near Colby to go shopping at, so I, like many of you probably, resort to online purchases. Once you know what fits, it's easy! No need to spend a lot on clothes. Here are some stores that offer cute, versatile pieces at good prices. READ MORE |
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Gym Chronicles: Beach Games for the SummerBy May 13, 2011 - 9:22am Here is my last entry for the year. I hope you all enjoyed reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it. For the final gym blog I will leave you with fun beach games that you can substitute for your workout this summer! Volleyball- Nothing like a fun competitive game with your friends! Bring a volleyball net and a ball and you’re ready to go. It may seem like a lot of equipment, but there are great carrying bags. Or, want to make some new friends? Poach someone else’s volley ball game! An hour of playing volleyball on the beach will burn 416 calories! What more? You’ll be getting a great tan at the same time. READ MORE |
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Gym Chronicles: Sleep, Water, ExerciseBy May 11, 2011 - 6:55pm Finals are upon us and it may be your first inclination to stay in the library all day and study, but that’s not always the best idea. For one, you may go crazy, but more than that, staying inside all day doesn’t let your brain recharge. The keys to minimal stress finals week is sleep, water, and exercise. READ MORE |
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Gym Chronicles: De-Bloat for That Big Night OutBy May 6, 2011 - 11:30am It’s the last weekend before finals and the weather is looking nice so to feel your best here are a few tips for de-bloating: Food: Looking for foods that don’t cause stomach bloating? Try foods with probiotics says Kathleen M Zelman for WebMD. These are foods such as yogurt and pineapple, or things like ginger or parsley. Avoid foods with a lot of sodium because this can cause water retention. Bananas, steamed vegetables, and plain chicken or fish will also do the trick! READ MORE |
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Gym Chronicles: Summer Styles to Inspire Your WorkoutsBy May 4, 2011 - 8:07pm Revealing summer styles can be intimidating, but here are 6 trends that will inspire your gym workout. READ MORE |
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Gym Chronicles: New Interval WorkoutBy April 30, 2011 - 4:58pm In honor of spring, here is an interval workout you can do outside. This Sunday when you’re bored with your friends head out to the track and try out this fun workout! Warm up: Jog around the track 4 or 5 times Dynamic Stretching- Do walking lunges, knee hugs, and quad stretches down the long side of the track 3 times Strength: 10 squat jumps 10 push-ups 10 wide squats with feet pointing out 10 tricep push-ups Quickness: Sprint around the track once Jog around half the track Sprint around the track once Jog around half the track READ MORE |
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Gym Chronicles: How to Boost Your Gym RoutineBy April 26, 2011 - 12:08pm We’ve been at school for 7 months now and the gym has little desirability. Combined with final essays, exams, and last minute summer planning, you may not be craving your ordinary hour gym workout. Here are some ways to spiff up your fitness routine and burst a little excitement back into it. READ MORE |
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Gym Chronicles: Fitness CareerBy April 22, 2011 - 12:00am Like working out? Looking for a job this summer? You’re in luck. The fitness industry is rapidly expanding and gyms are offering more classes and looking for more teachers. Like any industry, however, there is a lot of competition. There are old-timers who have their loyal clients, workout fanatics that can spend all day looking fit and helping others to become fit, and the celebrity fitness instructors with high esteem. However, there is still a place for you. Here are some steps to entering the fitness world. Step 1: Look into certification tests. While not all gyms require certification, this gives you a huge advantage over others. READ MORE |
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Gym Chronicles: My Favorite Online Blogs and ResourcesBy April 18, 2011 - 8:15pm The best way to improve your fitness is to learn more. So, I’m going to share with you my favorite online resources for expanding your fitness knowledge. READ MORE |
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Gym Chronicles: Finding the Right Gym This SummerBy April 14, 2011 - 8:19pm We have 4 weeks until we’re free from schoolwork! While I’m sure all of us are incredibly excited, there are some amenities we may miss. The breakfast sausage won't already be ready when you decide you want breakfast, all your friends wont be a few steps away, and you wont have free access to a gym. There are many different varieties of gyms out there to choose from, so here are a few helpful hints to guide your decision process. Which one are you? READ MORE |
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