fitness

McKinnon Gym

UVic’s McKinnon gym has officially closed its doors

The McKinnon fitness weight room and dance studio has officially closed as of April 11, leaving students frustrated. 
Air fryer

Are air fryers worth your time and money?

A skeptic puts the air fryer to the test to find out if these trendy gadgets are worth your money — and recommend a recipe.
Gym etiquette

A gym etiquette primer for newbies and veterans alike

Whether you’re a veteran athlete or starting your fitness journey, it’s never a bad idea to refresh yourself on proper gym etiquette.
Muscular man looking sadly at reflection of skinnier version of himself. Illustration by Sie Douglas-Fish.

Working out: The unhealthiest thing you can do?

With the rise of digital fitness, people are more vulnerable to body dysmorphia, body dissatisfaction, and eating disorders than ever.

Five ways to avoid the freshmen 15

Trying to maintain a fitness routine can be daunting once classes begin. Here’s five easy ways to ensure you stay on top of your health this semester.

Running for a cause

UVic student Jordan Moore is running 150 laps around Ring Road this month in support of ‘Movember’ Movember is here again (and almost over!), which means you’ve likely noticed an…

Finding joy through breath at the Victoria Yoga Conference

It would have required considerable effort for me to be crabby last Saturday and Sunday morning, despite the early rise and lack of caffeine. And if you, like me, were…

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