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Your Ultimate Guide to Avoiding the Much-Feared Freshman 15

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October 23, 2012
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Yes, there actually are enough hours in the day if you plan for it! Credit: Alan Cleaver

10 Tips How to Avoid the Freshman 15

1. First and foremost: find the time. But I have to study! And do homework! Spare me. I’ve been to college; I know how much time actually goes toward academics. Hangovers take up a lot of time, too. Prioritize exercise just like you prioritize your social events, and you’ll find the time.

2. Use the rec center. Most universities have rec centers that are included in your tuition. State-of-the art, fully stocked fitness facilities will cost you money the rest of your life, so get to know the gym. Read over your tuition bill carefully, and you’ll probably find an activity or gym fee. Take advantage of the service you’re already paying for.

3. Go grocery shopping in the dining hall. You have a meal plan, so instead of stocking up on pizza, cereal and tacos, stick close to the salad bars, lean proteins and fruit. Stock up.

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  1. Summer says:
    October 23, 2012 at 7:55 pm

    Great tips! I always used to use the “no gym” excuse, but now ive found online so many different workouts you can do in just a dorm room, plenty of body weight exercises to do too so your resistance training is covered. Setting aside the time is also a big one. If you keep thinking to yourself “oh ill get it done right after this, or this, ect.” it will never get done.