While most people enjoy the change in weather that the transition into spring brings, there are those who find this a stressful time because warm weather means more time spent at the beach, which means it’s time to get that “beach body.” For college students, this can be even more stressful because their schedules are so busy that exercising is their last concern. There are … Continue reading It’s time to get in shape for the beach
As top-notch athletes, members of the Gustavus swim team are accustomed to overcoming physical and mental hardships. This year the team’s strength was tested when Sophomore Swimmer Grace Goblirsch was diagnosed with leukemia midway through the season. What could have been a devastating hurdle has served as a source of inspiration as the Gusties and fellow MIAC swimmers have made it their mission to “Race … Continue reading Racing for Grace: One team, one family
With the regular season finished, the Gustavus men’s and women’s hockey teams have begun their playoff seasons. The Gustavus men finished their regular season with a 15-7-3 record while the women finished with the regular season unbeaten with a 24-0-1 record. The Gustavus men’s quest for the MIAC Championship began last Friday night when they played against St. Olaf at Don Roberts Ice Arena. The … Continue reading Men’s and women’s hockey both earn place in playoffs
Performance Enhancing Drugs, or PEDs, have injected the sports world with controversy. After Lance Armstrong admitted to doping throughout his inspiring career and no one was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame this year due to the candidates’ rumored steroid abuse, it has become increasingly difficult for fans to trust that their favorite athletes are earning their accolades honestly. Despite PEDs being illegal in … Continue reading PEDs enhance performances and raise suspicions
With students’ hectic schedules it’s often difficult to find free time to socialize, let alone sit in silence by yourself. According to multiple studies done by Harvard, MIT, and others, meditation could be the key to improving productivity and concentration, thus helping students to accomplish more in less time, freeing up more of their day for enjoyment. In Sindya Bhanoo’s New York Times article, “How … Continue reading Finding calm amongst the chaos
The lights are on in Hammond Stadium and Twins players, both familiar and new, have donned their uniforms to compete for a place on the 40-man roster. Just like every spring before, the players have reported to camp ‘in the shape of their lives,’ and there is a high level of hope floating in the Florida breeze. That hope isn’t as prevalent in the Minnesota … Continue reading Hope runs high for Twins in Fort Myers
The Gustavus men’s basketball team played their final regular season game against the Concordia Cobbers last Saturday afternoon. Heading into the game, the Gusties needed a win in order to clinch a spot in the MIAC playoffs. After a hard battle fought against the number two seeded Cobbers, the Gusties finished the game losing 69-62 in regulation. The Gustavus men finished their season with a … Continue reading Men’s basketball dribbles into the offseason
Each New Year brings about a wave of new fitness resolutions along with a surge of new gym memberships. Lately a growing number of people have been bucking tradition and ditching the cold walk to the gym in favor of at-home fitness programs. Two of the most popular video series on the market right now are P90X and Insanity. Their infomercials are plastered over late … Continue reading P90X vs. Insanity: which is the best for you?
Women’s gymnastics this year at Gustavus has been on a roll with new head coach and Gustavus alumni, Katie Olson, and the team’s new spirit throughout the season. Head Coach Katie Olson says this year has been going very well and feels proud of the team camaraderie that has been established. This year the women’s gymnastics team has won a complete gymnastics meet. Olson hopes that the … Continue reading Women’s gymnastics: new leadership and new direction
Despite a relatively disappointing winter in terms of snowfall, the Gustavus Nordic Ski team has had an impressive showing this season. The men’s and women’s teams placed fifth and sixth, respectively, in the NCAA Qualifiers in January and had five skiers place in the top 30 of the second day of NCAA Qualifiers, resulting in fifth place finishes for both teams. “I am extremely happy … Continue reading Mother Nature disappoints, the nordic team does not
