Chances are, if you are an athlete on your college’s team there are workouts year round.
But weekends will suddenly become more open without games.
As a freshmen equestrian girl, I am slowly figuring out that everything I wanted to be involved in at the beginning of the year is already up and running- without much input from me.
Originally diving in head first and leading groups that have either few events or other students helping me with my responsibilities, I feel like a failure.
Definitely not a great feeling with finals fast approaching.
So,
If you’re an ATHLETE, ONLY:
- Go through all the recreational sports and see if you can join any pickup games,
- Coordinate with a friend to be workout buddies, on or off the team
- Try to be a team manager for another sport
- Love your body! Catch up on some PT, let sore muscles rest, and binge watch holiday movies
If you are CAREER focused on the off- season:
- Internships save lives from boredom and boost your resume
- Look for academic clubs
- Events on campus are great too! Think: lectures (often with free food after)
If you MISS NON-TEAM FRIENDS:
- Socialize with friends in your grade who you don’t get to see as much in season
If you have HOBBIES:
- Join art clubs
- Become the master chef of your dorm kitchen
- Start a club (Find strong co-leaders for in-season)
If you want to EXPLORE (and boost the ig):
- Find scenic spots nearby and take pics
- Take public transportation into a different part of the city
- Go to concerts or shows
If you’re a BROKE COLLEGE KID (aka ALL OF US):
- Get a job or take on more work hours… with most practices gone or weekends freed up you could make a serious dent in your student loans