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Learn to let go

Chris DeLeon September 30, 2017

A big problem that many face in the gym is losing their grip. The muscles being worked during resistance training may still have strength in surplus, but are unable to be pushed to their potential because...

Get your sweat on with group classes

Cassidy Jimerson September 25, 2017

The Hamilton Recreation Center is a great place to pump iron, shoot some hoops and swim a couple laps in the pool, but how about the classes offered every week? A group class might be just what you need...

Don’t forget the basics

Chris DeLeon September 13, 2017

My physics 112 professor is always throwing out new and complicated ideas that make my head spin. Every time the class gets lost in new concepts, he reminds us “don’t forget the basics,” then proceeds...

Don’t be “that guy” at the gym

Chris DeLeon August 22, 2017

We have all seen them. The people that think the gym belongs to them and make everybody else roll their eyes. While you may scoff at “that guy” on some issues, however, you could be the offender on...

Boulder shoulders

Chris DeLeon April 23, 2017

When it comes to aesthetics, a well-shaped V-taper is a timeless status symbol. Bodybuilders, physique competitors and even your garden-variety gym rats spend a lot of time and effort trying to develop...

Trainer Talk: Boost muscle by setting the weights down

Crite Staff February 12, 2017

by Chris DeLeon Whether the focus is on functionality, toning or getting bigger muscles, one thing is common. All these goals require lifting weights in some manner or another. But it’s not necessarily...

New Year, New Me: Get ready for Get Fit 2017

Crite Staff January 29, 2017

by Connie Kim One month into the new year, and with many students giving up on their New Year's resolution by now, the Hamilton Recreation Center is offering a beacon of hope to pick up where they left...

How to stay in shape over the holidays

Crite Staff November 13, 2016

by Whitney Robison Before I begin, let me say that if you are able to eat a lot of food over the holidays, remember how lucky you are and be grateful, because some do not have the same luxury. Anyways,...

Diet talk: Nutritional myths and practices of the elite athlete

Crite Staff November 13, 2016

by Chris DeLeon Dave Ellis, a registered dietitian and certified strength and conditioning specialist, addressed an audience of about 110 students and faculty on Thursday night about the connection between...

The pursuit of a better booty

Crite Staff November 13, 2016

by Chris DeLeon This week I decided to ask several female students what body part they would like to develop the most. The answer was almost unanimous: the butt. It would be a lie to say I was remotely...

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