http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/getFeed.kickAction?quantity=25 New blogs from lauraw2 on iComm Student Media Thu, 25 Mar 2010 22:02:33 GMT Thu, 25 Mar 2010 22:02:33 GMT byuicomm@gmail.com (icomm) byuicomm@gmail.com (icomm) KickApps Feed Builder 2010-03-25T22:02:33Z 12 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/searchEverything.kickAction?as=96698&sortType=recent 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Fitness-offers-Hi-Lo-intensity-aerobics-class/BLOG/2269398/96698.html Of the many free exercise classes that students can choose from, one that offers a different kind of workout is the Hi-Lo class.   Hi-Lo is an aerobics class that gets its name from the varying levels of intensity experienced during the workout.  “It’s speeding up your heart rate and slowing it down throughout [the workout],” said Laura Warren, a junior studying exercise science, who instructs the class. Hi-Lo offers a workout that’s unique to the other classes available in the John W. Hart Building.  “The other classes focus on stretching and muscles,” Warren said. In contrast, Hi-Lo focuses on cardiovascular endurance, “and I throw in strength training moves,” Warren said. Warren teaches the students basic combinations of moves that are similar to dance moves.  “I like it because I’m geared toward dance,” Warren said. Warren then speeds up and slows down the pace. She also challenges the students to make bigger or smaller movements depending on the level of intensity they desire. One of Warren’s focuses in the class is to create levels of intensity that work for her students.  “I’ve had pregnant people come to my class, and I can do lower moderation for those [people],” Warren said.  Marissa Thompson, a freshman studying art, attended the Hi-Lo class.  “I like how she didn’t push you to do things that were harder than you could do and how you could do it at your level, but then you still could get a good workout,” Thompson said. Warren’s other focus is working out the whole body.  “I like to do all the different muscle groups,” Warren said, “[I] make sure we’re doing our arms, legs and core[s].” Hi-Lo is a good class for students who are looking for an aerobic workout that will get them moving.  “It makes me work out harder than I would otherwise,” Thompson said. Warren emphasized the aerobic aspect of the class.  “It’s basically just an aerobics class … and people don’t realize [it is],” Warren said.  The Hi-Lo class is held on Thursdays at 6 p.m. in Hart 234. Of the many free exercise classes that students can choose from, one that offers a different kind of workout is the Hi-Lo class.   Hi-Lo is an aerobics class that gets its name from the varying levels of intensity experienced during the workout.  “It’s speeding up your heart rate and slowing it down throughout [the workout],” said Laura Warren, a junior studying exercise science, who instructs the class. Hi-Lo offers a workout that’s unique to the other classes available in the John W. Hart Building.  “The other classes focus on stretching and muscles,” Warren said. In contrast, Hi-Lo focuses on cardiovascular endurance, “and I throw in strength training moves,” Warren said. Warren teaches the students basic combinations of moves that are similar to dance moves.  “I like it because I’m geared toward dance,” Warren said. Warren then speeds up and slows down the pace. She also challenges the students to make bigger or smaller movements depending on the level of intensity they desire. One of Warren’s focuses in the class is to create levels of intensity that work for her students.  “I’ve had pregnant people come to my class, and I can do lower moderation for those [people],” Warren said.  Marissa Thompson, a freshman studying art, attended the Hi-Lo class.  “I like how she didn’t push you to do things that were harder than you could do and how you could do it at your level, but then you still could get a good workout,” Thompson said. Warren’s other focus is working out the whole body.  “I like to do all the different muscle groups,” Warren said, “[I] make sure we’re doing our arms, legs and core[s].” Hi-Lo is a good class for students who are looking for an aerobic workout that will get them moving.  “It makes me work out harder than I would otherwise,” Thompson said. Warren emphasized the aerobic aspect of the class.  “It’s basically just an aerobics class … and people don’t realize [it is],” Warren said.  The Hi-Lo class is held on Thursdays at 6 p.m. in Hart 234. Thu, 25 Mar 2010 22:02:33 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Fitness-offers-Hi-Lo-intensity-aerobics-class/BLOG/2269398/96698.html lauraw2 2010-03-25T22:02:33Z Scroll Opinion iComm Student Media Of the many free exercise classes that students can choose from, one that offers a different kind of workout is the Hi-Lo class.   Hi-Lo is an aerobics class that gets its name from the varying levels of intensity experienced during the workout.  “It’s speeding up your heart rate and slowing it down throughout [the workout],” said Laura Warren, a junior studying exercise science, who instructs the class. Hi-Lo offers a workout that’s unique to the other classes available in the John W. Hart Building.  “The other classes focus on stretching and muscles,” Warren said. In contrast, Hi-Lo focuses on cardiovascular endurance, “and I throw in strength training moves,” Warren said. Warren teaches the students basic combinations of moves that are similar to dance moves.  “I like it because I’m geared toward dance,” Warren said. Warren then speeds up and slows down the pace. She also challenges the students to make bigger or smaller movements depending on the level of intensity they desire. One of Warren’s focuses in the class is to create levels of intensity that work for her students.  “I’ve had pregnant people come to my class, and I can do lower moderation for those [people],” Warren said.  Marissa Thompson, a freshman studying art, attended the Hi-Lo class.  “I like how she didn’t push you to do things that were harder than you could do and how you could do it at your level, but then you still could get a good workout,” Thompson said. Warren’s other focus is working out the whole body.  “I like to do all the different muscle groups,” Warren said, “[I] make sure we’re doing our arms, legs and core[s].” Hi-Lo is a good class for students who are looking for an aerobic workout that will get them moving.  “It makes me work out harder than I would otherwise,” Thompson said. Warren emphasized the aerobic aspect of the class.  “It’s basically just an aerobics class … and people don’t realize [it is],” Warren said.  The Hi-Lo class is held on Thursdays at 6 p.m. in Hart 234. byu-idaho, classes, fitness, hart, opinion, scroll, sports nonadult false Fitness offers Hi-Lo intensity aerobics class text blog byu-idaho,classes,fitness,hart,opinion,scroll,sports 74 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=19295928&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_D.jpg false 0 Scroll / Opinion 0 2269398 19295928 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Women-find-athletic-men-more-attractive/BLOG/2269396/96698.html   For some students, this may not be a surprise, but after research by Scroll among 65 women on BYU-Idaho’s campus, it is evident that women at BYU-I prefer dating (and marrying) athletic men by a large margin.  “He [the guy I date/marry] has to be athletic because it’s a sign of success,” said Brianna Malone, a freshman studying communication.  Malone’s reasoning is that playing sports gives a person more opportunities to practice being social.  “When you’re in sports you learn how to work well with people and play with others,” Malone said.  Malone also considered the way that sports shape a person’s personality.  “Guys that have played sports growing up are more confident in everything,” Malone said. Some women may have a specific idea of what athleticism is for a man.  “On Thanksgiving, he should go in the morning and play football with the guys,” Malone said. “That’s my idea of what a guy should do.” Many women agree that family is a big influence in how they view athletic men.  “It’s a matter of your upbringing: where … and how you were raised,” said Karen Richards, a senior studying elementary education. Some women expressed agreement with Richards.  “I grew up in a football family,” said Morgan Thompson, a sophomore studying elementary education. “If you can’t throw a football and you’re a dude: huge turn-off.”   Most girls feel that it is important for men to make efforts to stay in shape throughout their lives, but not all women have athleticism as a priority in their eternal companion. “I care about his health, but I don’t care if he plays sports,” Richards said. “I don’t enjoy playing sports and I rarely enjoy watching them.”  Richards feels that sports aren’t the only way to be social.  “There is a variety of activities that you could be involved in that teach you the same skills,” Richards said. Richards’ family didn’t emphasize a love of sports, nor discourage them.  “My family does non-contact sports,” Richards said. “But my two brothers … play everything you can think of.” Overall, Richards concluded that sports don’t necessarily give a man everything.  “I’m not against sports,” Richards said. “But I wouldn’t not date a guy because he’s not athletic.” Generally, women on this campus agree they want men that match their own level of dedication to athletics.  “He can be as athletic as I am,” said Lindsey Howell, a freshman studying humanities. Most of the girls polled agree with Howell’s view.     For some students, this may not be a surprise, but after research by Scroll among 65 women on BYU-Idaho’s campus, it is evident that women at BYU-I prefer dating (and marrying) athletic men by a large margin.  “He [the guy I date/marry] has to be athletic because it’s a sign of success,” said Brianna Malone, a freshman studying communication.  Malone’s reasoning is that playing sports gives a person more opportunities to practice being social.  “When you’re in sports you learn how to work well with people and play with others,” Malone said.  Malone also considered the way that sports shape a person’s personality.  “Guys that have played sports growing up are more confident in everything,” Malone said. Some women may have a specific idea of what athleticism is for a man.  “On Thanksgiving, he should go in the morning and play football with the guys,” Malone said. “That’s my idea of what a guy should do.” Many women agree that family is a big influence in how they view athletic men.  “It’s a matter of your upbringing: where … and how you were raised,” said Karen Richards, a senior studying elementary education. Some women expressed agreement with Richards.  “I grew up in a football family,” said Morgan Thompson, a sophomore studying elementary education. “If you can’t throw a football and you’re a dude: huge turn-off.”   Most girls feel that it is important for men to make efforts to stay in shape throughout their lives, but not all women have athleticism as a priority in their eternal companion. “I care about his health, but I don’t care if he plays sports,” Richards said. “I don’t enjoy playing sports and I rarely enjoy watching them.”  Richards feels that sports aren’t the only way to be social.  “There is a variety of activities that you could be involved in that teach you the same skills,” Richards said. Richards’ family didn’t emphasize a love of sports, nor discourage them.  “My family does non-contact sports,” Richards said. “But my two brothers … play everything you can think of.” Overall, Richards concluded that sports don’t necessarily give a man everything.  “I’m not against sports,” Richards said. “But I wouldn’t not date a guy because he’s not athletic.” Generally, women on this campus agree they want men that match their own level of dedication to athletics.  “He can be as athletic as I am,” said Lindsey Howell, a freshman studying humanities. Most of the girls polled agree with Howell’s view.   Thu, 25 Mar 2010 21:59:42 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Women-find-athletic-men-more-attractive/BLOG/2269396/96698.html lauraw2 2010-03-25T21:59:42Z Scroll Opinion iComm Student Media   For some students, this may not be a surprise, but after research by Scroll among 65 women on BYU-Idaho’s campus, it is evident that women at BYU-I prefer dating (and marrying) athletic men by a large margin.  “He [the guy I date/marry] has to be athletic because it’s a sign of success,” said Brianna Malone, a freshman studying communication.  Malone’s reasoning is that playing sports gives a person more opportunities to practice being social.  “When you’re in sports you learn how to work well with people and play with others,” Malone said.  Malone also considered the way that sports shape a person’s personality.  “Guys that have played sports growing up are more confident in everything,” Malone said. Some women may have a specific idea of what athleticism is for a man.  “On Thanksgiving, he should go in the morning and play football with the guys,” Malone said. “That’s my idea of what a guy should do.” Many women agree that family is a big influence in how they view athletic men.  “It’s a matter of your upbringing: where … and how you were raised,” said Karen Richards, a senior studying elementary education. Some women expressed agreement with Richards.  “I grew up in a football family,” said Morgan Thompson, a sophomore studying elementary education. “If you can’t throw a football and you’re a dude: huge turn-off.”   Most girls feel that it is important for men to make efforts to stay in shape throughout their lives, but not all women have athleticism as a priority in their eternal companion. “I care about his health, but I don’t care if he plays sports,” Richards said. “I don’t enjoy playing sports and I rarely enjoy watching them.”  Richards feels that sports aren’t the only way to be social.  “There is a variety of activities that you could be involved in that teach you the same skills,” Richards said. Richards’ family didn’t emphasize a love of sports, nor discourage them.  “My family does non-contact sports,” Richards said. “But my two brothers … play everything you can think of.” Overall, Richards concluded that sports don’t necessarily give a man everything.  “I’m not against sports,” Richards said. “But I wouldn’t not date a guy because he’s not athletic.” Generally, women on this campus agree they want men that match their own level of dedication to athletics.  “He can be as athletic as I am,” said Lindsey Howell, a freshman studying humanities. Most of the girls polled agree with Howell’s view.   athletics, byu-idaho, opinion, scroll, sports nonadult false Women find athletic men more attractive text blog athletics,byu-idaho,opinion,scroll,sports 81 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=19295928&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_D.jpg false 0 Scroll / Opinion 0 2269396 19295928 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Students-revere-Olympics-at-BYU-Idaho/BLOG/1932311/96698.html Now that the Olympics have drawn to a close, TV channels across the nation are turning back to their regular programming, and many sets are turning away from NBC and ESPN. But what about here in Rexbug? How have BYU-Idaho students received the Olympics this year?Some students were very enthusiastic. “I would quit homework to watch,” said Alexander “Skippy” Elder, a freshman studying nursing. “I’m an American. I support 100 percent.”There are some students who look forward to the Olympics every time. “It’s just tradition,” said Chelsea Ashcraft, a freshman studying art. “I’ve always watched the Olympics with my family.”Other students watched for different reasons. “I’ve looked at the medal count more than I’ve watched,” said Brian Allen, a junior studying mechanical engineering. This medal-mania isn’t uncommon among the students here. Most students said they feel good when America wins a medal. “You cheer for your team because you always want your team to win,” Ashcraft said.This patriotism may be a part of American culture now, but the modern Olympics had a rough beginning.Pierre de Coubertin, a Frenchman who pushed for the Olympics to be revived from their roots in ancient Greece, said in November 1892, “Let us export our oarsmen, our runners, our fencers into other lands. That is the true Free Trade of the future; and the day it is introduced into Europe, the cause of Peace will have received a new and strong ally.”The Olympics were reinstated just four years later in April 1896 and held in Athens. The Winter Olympics didn’t start until 1924.Elder said that at the time of the Olympics, differences among us don’t matter as much. “It doesn’t matter if we’re Republican or Democrat, gay or straight.”Allen agreed with Elder, even on a global scale. “The Olympics are the one thing that brings the world together,” Allen said. “I don’t know of anything else where every nation in the world comes together.”This is exactly what the original Olympic supporters desired. Coubertin and his associates felt that training and supporting athletes would bring nations together, both with each other and with themselves.One benefit of the Olympics is the compassion and understanding of other nations that comes from competition. “I’m also happy when small countries that we don’t really know about get a medal,” Elder said.It’s true that in the past, the Olympics have been plagued by protests, propaganda and even terrorism, but the International Olympic Committee has worked hard to instate regulations that ensure athletes will be able to represent their country on a level playing field during Olympic Games. According to www.olympic.org, the official Web site for the Olympic Movement, the three Olympic values are “excellence, respect and friendship.” Just as Coubertin dreamed when he fought for the Olympic revival in the 1890s, the Olympics bring friendship and peace between nations. Now that the Olympics have drawn to a close, TV channels across the nation are turning back to their regular programming, and many sets are turning away from NBC and ESPN. But what about here in Rexbug? How have BYU-Idaho students received the Olympics this year?Some students were very enthusiastic. “I would quit homework to watch,” said Alexander “Skippy” Elder, a freshman studying nursing. “I’m an American. I support 100 percent.”There are some students who look forward to the Olympics every time. “It’s just tradition,” said Chelsea Ashcraft, a freshman studying art. “I’ve always watched the Olympics with my family.”Other students watched for different reasons. “I’ve looked at the medal count more than I’ve watched,” said Brian Allen, a junior studying mechanical engineering. This medal-mania isn’t uncommon among the students here. Most students said they feel good when America wins a medal. “You cheer for your team because you always want your team to win,” Ashcraft said.This patriotism may be a part of American culture now, but the modern Olympics had a rough beginning.Pierre de Coubertin, a Frenchman who pushed for the Olympics to be revived from their roots in ancient Greece, said in November 1892, “Let us export our oarsmen, our runners, our fencers into other lands. That is the true Free Trade of the future; and the day it is introduced into Europe, the cause of Peace will have received a new and strong ally.”The Olympics were reinstated just four years later in April 1896 and held in Athens. The Winter Olympics didn’t start until 1924.Elder said that at the time of the Olympics, differences among us don’t matter as much. “It doesn’t matter if we’re Republican or Democrat, gay or straight.”Allen agreed with Elder, even on a global scale. “The Olympics are the one thing that brings the world together,” Allen said. “I don’t know of anything else where every nation in the world comes together.”This is exactly what the original Olympic supporters desired. Coubertin and his associates felt that training and supporting athletes would bring nations together, both with each other and with themselves.One benefit of the Olympics is the compassion and understanding of other nations that comes from competition. “I’m also happy when small countries that we don’t really know about get a medal,” Elder said.It’s true that in the past, the Olympics have been plagued by protests, propaganda and even terrorism, but the International Olympic Committee has worked hard to instate regulations that ensure athletes will be able to represent their country on a level playing field during Olympic Games. According to www.olympic.org, the official Web site for the Olympic Movement, the three Olympic values are “excellence, respect and friendship.” Just as Coubertin dreamed when he fought for the Olympic revival in the 1890s, the Olympics bring friendship and peace between nations. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 23:28:02 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Students-revere-Olympics-at-BYU-Idaho/BLOG/1932311/96698.html lauraw2 2010-03-04T23:28:02Z SPORTS GENERAL iComm Student Media Now that the Olympics have drawn to a close, TV channels across the nation are turning back to their regular programming, and many sets are turning away from NBC and ESPN. But what about here in Rexbug? How have BYU-Idaho students received the Olympics this year?Some students were very enthusiastic. “I would quit homework to watch,” said Alexander “Skippy” Elder, a freshman studying nursing. “I’m an American. I support 100 percent.”There are some students who look forward to the Olympics every time. “It’s just tradition,” said Chelsea Ashcraft, a freshman studying art. “I’ve always watched the Olympics with my family.”Other students watched for different reasons. “I’ve looked at the medal count more than I’ve watched,” said Brian Allen, a junior studying mechanical engineering. This medal-mania isn’t uncommon among the students here. Most students said they feel good when America wins a medal. “You cheer for your team because you always want your team to win,” Ashcraft said.This patriotism may be a part of American culture now, but the modern Olympics had a rough beginning.Pierre de Coubertin, a Frenchman who pushed for the Olympics to be revived from their roots in ancient Greece, said in November 1892, “Let us export our oarsmen, our runners, our fencers into other lands. That is the true Free Trade of the future; and the day it is introduced into Europe, the cause of Peace will have received a new and strong ally.”The Olympics were reinstated just four years later in April 1896 and held in Athens. The Winter Olympics didn’t start until 1924.Elder said that at the time of the Olympics, differences among us don’t matter as much. “It doesn’t matter if we’re Republican or Democrat, gay or straight.”Allen agreed with Elder, even on a global scale. “The Olympics are the one thing that brings the world together,” Allen said. “I don’t know of anything else where every nation in the world comes together.”This is exactly what the original Olympic supporters desired. Coubertin and his associates felt that training and supporting athletes would bring nations together, both with each other and with themselves.One benefit of the Olympics is the compassion and understanding of other nations that comes from competition. “I’m also happy when small countries that we don’t really know about get a medal,” Elder said.It’s true that in the past, the Olympics have been plagued by protests, propaganda and even terrorism, but the International Olympic Committee has worked hard to instate regulations that ensure athletes will be able to represent their country on a level playing field during Olympic Games. According to www.olympic.org, the official Web site for the Olympic Movement, the three Olympic values are “excellence, respect and friendship.” Just as Coubertin dreamed when he fought for the Olympic revival in the 1890s, the Olympics bring friendship and peace between nations. byu-idaho, general, olympics, sports nonadult false Students revere Olympics at BYU-Idaho text blog byu-idaho,general,olympics,sports 120 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=19295928&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_A.jpg false 0 SPORTS / GENERAL 0 1932311 19295928 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Rolling-and-Kayaking-offered-in-the-Hart-pool/BLOG/1916632/96698.html For students who love water and the outdoors but can’t figure out what to do with themselves during the long dark of winter, kayaking in the Hart Pool every Tuesday is held at 8:30 p.m. The purpose of the kayaking workshops is to teach students some of the basics of kayaking and to improve skills students might already have.Lydia Hill, a sophomore studying health science, is one of the instructors for the class.“Most people that come have never been kayaking, or they want to learn how to roll,” Hill said.Rolling is a technique that kayakers use when kayaking through white water rapids in rivers. This technique is just what it sounds like: rolling the kayak over into the water and back out so the kayaker is again on top, safely out of the water.“Some people have been sea-kayaking or out on a lake, so it’s a really unique experience to learn how to roll and do it in white water rapids,” Hill said.This skill is useful in rapids in case the kayak capsizes. “It’s a really neat skill to have,” Hill said. “It’s kind of a jump-off point to do white water.”Once students master the skills of rolling and kayaking, they can have the opportunity to help teach the class.McKenna Seamons, a freshman studying biology, helps Hill with the class. “I learned in a pool,” Seamons said. “I’m so happy I knew how to roll when I got into a river for the first time.”Learning to roll is not only a useful skill, but a valuable one for those who wish to white water kayak. “It would be really scary, even dangerous [not to know],” Seamons said. However, it takes some time to learn to roll. Many students come to the class more than once. “Some people pick it up on their first time, and others it takes a lot of practice,” Hill said.But the skill is beneficial. “I was afraid to go underwater, but now I’m not,” said Cara Haywood, a junior studying accounting. Haywood had never been kayaking before attending the class at the pool.“I definitely recommend getting in a boat in a pool before you get in a river,” Seamons said, which is precisely why this class in the Hart Pool is provided.Students can purchase tickets for kayaking at the Hart Pool at the ticket office or the ticket office online under “Student Activities.” Tickets cost $3.  For students who love water and the outdoors but can’t figure out what to do with themselves during the long dark of winter, kayaking in the Hart Pool every Tuesday is held at 8:30 p.m. The purpose of the kayaking workshops is to teach students some of the basics of kayaking and to improve skills students might already have.Lydia Hill, a sophomore studying health science, is one of the instructors for the class.“Most people that come have never been kayaking, or they want to learn how to roll,” Hill said.Rolling is a technique that kayakers use when kayaking through white water rapids in rivers. This technique is just what it sounds like: rolling the kayak over into the water and back out so the kayaker is again on top, safely out of the water.“Some people have been sea-kayaking or out on a lake, so it’s a really unique experience to learn how to roll and do it in white water rapids,” Hill said.This skill is useful in rapids in case the kayak capsizes. “It’s a really neat skill to have,” Hill said. “It’s kind of a jump-off point to do white water.”Once students master the skills of rolling and kayaking, they can have the opportunity to help teach the class.McKenna Seamons, a freshman studying biology, helps Hill with the class. “I learned in a pool,” Seamons said. “I’m so happy I knew how to roll when I got into a river for the first time.”Learning to roll is not only a useful skill, but a valuable one for those who wish to white water kayak. “It would be really scary, even dangerous [not to know],” Seamons said. However, it takes some time to learn to roll. Many students come to the class more than once. “Some people pick it up on their first time, and others it takes a lot of practice,” Hill said.But the skill is beneficial. “I was afraid to go underwater, but now I’m not,” said Cara Haywood, a junior studying accounting. Haywood had never been kayaking before attending the class at the pool.“I definitely recommend getting in a boat in a pool before you get in a river,” Seamons said, which is precisely why this class in the Hart Pool is provided.Students can purchase tickets for kayaking at the Hart Pool at the ticket office or the ticket office online under “Student Activities.” Tickets cost $3.  Thu, 25 Feb 2010 23:09:26 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Rolling-and-Kayaking-offered-in-the-Hart-pool/BLOG/1916632/96698.html lauraw2 2010-02-25T23:09:26Z SPORTS GENERAL iComm Student Media For students who love water and the outdoors but can’t figure out what to do with themselves during the long dark of winter, kayaking in the Hart Pool every Tuesday is held at 8:30 p.m. The purpose of the kayaking workshops is to teach students some of the basics of kayaking and to improve skills students might already have.Lydia Hill, a sophomore studying health science, is one of the instructors for the class.“Most people that come have never been kayaking, or they want to learn how to roll,” Hill said.Rolling is a technique that kayakers use when kayaking through white water rapids in rivers. This technique is just what it sounds like: rolling the kayak over into the water and back out so the kayaker is again on top, safely out of the water.“Some people have been sea-kayaking or out on a lake, so it’s a really unique experience to learn how to roll and do it in white water rapids,” Hill said.This skill is useful in rapids in case the kayak capsizes. “It’s a really neat skill to have,” Hill said. “It’s kind of a jump-off point to do white water.”Once students master the skills of rolling and kayaking, they can have the opportunity to help teach the class.McKenna Seamons, a freshman studying biology, helps Hill with the class. “I learned in a pool,” Seamons said. “I’m so happy I knew how to roll when I got into a river for the first time.”Learning to roll is not only a useful skill, but a valuable one for those who wish to white water kayak. “It would be really scary, even dangerous [not to know],” Seamons said. However, it takes some time to learn to roll. Many students come to the class more than once. “Some people pick it up on their first time, and others it takes a lot of practice,” Hill said.But the skill is beneficial. “I was afraid to go underwater, but now I’m not,” said Cara Haywood, a junior studying accounting. Haywood had never been kayaking before attending the class at the pool.“I definitely recommend getting in a boat in a pool before you get in a river,” Seamons said, which is precisely why this class in the Hart Pool is provided.Students can purchase tickets for kayaking at the Hart Pool at the ticket office or the ticket office online under “Student Activities.” Tickets cost $3.  classes, general, hart, kayak, pool, sports nonadult false Rolling and Kayaking offered in the Hart pool text blog classes,general,hart,kayak,pool,sports 85 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=19295928&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_B.jpg false 0 SPORTS / GENERAL 0 1916632 19295928 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Women-learn-self-defense-at-RAD-class/BLOG/1866854/96698.html For only $5, female students can join the Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) class at BYU-Idaho and learn how to keep themselves safe if they ever find themselves in a dangerous situation. The class is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 5-7 p.m. and runs for three weeks. The price covers six classes held during the three weeks.“You get more out of it than what you put in,” said Rachal Monson, a freshman studying communication. “It’s given me more confidence.”The class is taught by Officer Doug Barker from University Security with the help of those who have previously passed the class.“They take the time to make sure we’re comfortable with what we’re learning,” said Brittany McPheters, a senior studying interior design.RAD classes are offered all over the nation. “Once you take a RAD class you can go anywhere in the U.S. and Canada where they have a RAD class and practice for free,” McPheters said.Heidi Carlson, a junior studying communication, helps teach the class. “I initially took a class in Alaska. Then I came here and found out they had a class,” Carlson said.In RAD they primarily teach simple self-defense moves, but there is more to rape aggression defense. “We also teach ways to be cautious to prevent yourself from getting in a situation,” Carlson said. At BYU-I, RAD for women is offered, but elsewhere in the nation there are also RAD Kids, RAD for Seniors, and RAD for Men classes available.Once the skills are learned, they continue to be applicable. “All the moves are basic enough you can do them at any age,” Carlson said. The RAD objective is “to develop and enhance the options of self-defense, so they may become viable considerations to the woman who is attacked,” according to www.rad-systems.com.“I feel like I know enough to avoid any situations and take care of myself,” McPheters said. Many consider the class a valuable asset and believe the price will never be too high for safety and confidence.The next RAD class starts Feb. 16 and will continue for three weeks. For only $5, female students can join the Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) class at BYU-Idaho and learn how to keep themselves safe if they ever find themselves in a dangerous situation. The class is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 5-7 p.m. and runs for three weeks. The price covers six classes held during the three weeks.“You get more out of it than what you put in,” said Rachal Monson, a freshman studying communication. “It’s given me more confidence.”The class is taught by Officer Doug Barker from University Security with the help of those who have previously passed the class.“They take the time to make sure we’re comfortable with what we’re learning,” said Brittany McPheters, a senior studying interior design.RAD classes are offered all over the nation. “Once you take a RAD class you can go anywhere in the U.S. and Canada where they have a RAD class and practice for free,” McPheters said.Heidi Carlson, a junior studying communication, helps teach the class. “I initially took a class in Alaska. Then I came here and found out they had a class,” Carlson said.In RAD they primarily teach simple self-defense moves, but there is more to rape aggression defense. “We also teach ways to be cautious to prevent yourself from getting in a situation,” Carlson said. At BYU-I, RAD for women is offered, but elsewhere in the nation there are also RAD Kids, RAD for Seniors, and RAD for Men classes available.Once the skills are learned, they continue to be applicable. “All the moves are basic enough you can do them at any age,” Carlson said. The RAD objective is “to develop and enhance the options of self-defense, so they may become viable considerations to the woman who is attacked,” according to www.rad-systems.com.“I feel like I know enough to avoid any situations and take care of myself,” McPheters said. Many consider the class a valuable asset and believe the price will never be too high for safety and confidence.The next RAD class starts Feb. 16 and will continue for three weeks. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 23:24:15 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Women-learn-self-defense-at-RAD-class/BLOG/1866854/96698.html lauraw2 2010-02-16T23:24:15Z SPORTS GENERAL iComm Student Media For only $5, female students can join the Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) class at BYU-Idaho and learn how to keep themselves safe if they ever find themselves in a dangerous situation. The class is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 5-7 p.m. and runs for three weeks. The price covers six classes held during the three weeks.“You get more out of it than what you put in,” said Rachal Monson, a freshman studying communication. “It’s given me more confidence.”The class is taught by Officer Doug Barker from University Security with the help of those who have previously passed the class.“They take the time to make sure we’re comfortable with what we’re learning,” said Brittany McPheters, a senior studying interior design.RAD classes are offered all over the nation. “Once you take a RAD class you can go anywhere in the U.S. and Canada where they have a RAD class and practice for free,” McPheters said.Heidi Carlson, a junior studying communication, helps teach the class. “I initially took a class in Alaska. Then I came here and found out they had a class,” Carlson said.In RAD they primarily teach simple self-defense moves, but there is more to rape aggression defense. “We also teach ways to be cautious to prevent yourself from getting in a situation,” Carlson said. At BYU-I, RAD for women is offered, but elsewhere in the nation there are also RAD Kids, RAD for Seniors, and RAD for Men classes available.Once the skills are learned, they continue to be applicable. “All the moves are basic enough you can do them at any age,” Carlson said. The RAD objective is “to develop and enhance the options of self-defense, so they may become viable considerations to the woman who is attacked,” according to www.rad-systems.com.“I feel like I know enough to avoid any situations and take care of myself,” McPheters said. Many consider the class a valuable asset and believe the price will never be too high for safety and confidence.The next RAD class starts Feb. 16 and will continue for three weeks. byu-idaho, general, rad, sports nonadult false Women learn self-defense at RAD class text blog byu-idaho,general,rad,sports 78 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=19295928&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_A.jpg false 0 SPORTS / GENERAL 0 1866854 19295928 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Basketballers-getting-short-with-RecSports/BLOG/1866846/96698.html When basketball players enter the court their long, lean bodies demand respect. They tower in their lofty majesty. The spectators wonder what it would be like to be that tall.Until a 5’6” guy enters the court. “What is he doing?” a whisper ripples through the crowd. “How can this guy play basketball?”The game begins, and no one expects anything from this athlete who is an entire foot shorter than most of the other players. No one pays attention to him until suddenly, he shoots a three-pointer. Then another. The crowd is automatically tuned in, captivated by this little guy who’s all over the court. Is there anything he can’t do?The audience begins to wonder: what is this little whirlwind’s name? That name is Dennis Henrich. Henrich is a junior studying exercise physiology, and this semester he is tearing up RecSports basketball.“I do have a disadvantage with height,” Henrich said. “I don’t let that affect me. I use the one thing I feel I do have an advantage with, and that’s speed.”Henrich dominates RecSports football during the fall. “Football is my sport,” Henrich said. “If I died right now that’s where I hope I’d be: football heaven.”But in the winter, Henrich turns to his second great love, basketball.Henrich has been playing basketball with his brother since he was in elementary school.  “When it’s just me, I don’t play as well as I do when my brother’s on the court,” Henrich said.  The brotherly love is evident in Henrich’s game.“When he’s not playing, it’s almost a totally different sport,” Henrich said.Henrich is the captain of the RecSports team Vear Vundervul, which is “We’re Wonderful” pronounced with a German accent. Being a captain is perfect for Henrich. “It gives me the opportunity to make sure everyone gets the same amount of playing time,” Henrich said. Henrich’s strategy as a captain is to give all his players a level playing field. “Other teams concentrate on what it takes to win, but … if everyone is contributing to the team, then I feel we have the greatest chance of winning and everybody’s happy,” Henrich said. His methods seem to work. “I think he does a good job bringing us together as a team,” said Tara Cottle, a junior studying social work and one of Henrich’s players. “He knows what he is doing and inspires us all to play better.”His players never doubt their short captain’s capacity. “His enthusiasm and love for the sport shine through his eyes and skills on the court,” Cottle said.But Henrich won’t take all the credit. “The key is everyone works as a team and we put in the effort,” Henrich said.His teammates love his coaching. “He’s pretty much perfect [as a captain],” Cottle said. See the Vear Vundervul team schedule under Beginning Coed Basketball at activities.byui.edu/sports. When basketball players enter the court their long, lean bodies demand respect. They tower in their lofty majesty. The spectators wonder what it would be like to be that tall.Until a 5’6” guy enters the court. “What is he doing?” a whisper ripples through the crowd. “How can this guy play basketball?”The game begins, and no one expects anything from this athlete who is an entire foot shorter than most of the other players. No one pays attention to him until suddenly, he shoots a three-pointer. Then another. The crowd is automatically tuned in, captivated by this little guy who’s all over the court. Is there anything he can’t do?The audience begins to wonder: what is this little whirlwind’s name? That name is Dennis Henrich. Henrich is a junior studying exercise physiology, and this semester he is tearing up RecSports basketball.“I do have a disadvantage with height,” Henrich said. “I don’t let that affect me. I use the one thing I feel I do have an advantage with, and that’s speed.”Henrich dominates RecSports football during the fall. “Football is my sport,” Henrich said. “If I died right now that’s where I hope I’d be: football heaven.”But in the winter, Henrich turns to his second great love, basketball.Henrich has been playing basketball with his brother since he was in elementary school.  “When it’s just me, I don’t play as well as I do when my brother’s on the court,” Henrich said.  The brotherly love is evident in Henrich’s game.“When he’s not playing, it’s almost a totally different sport,” Henrich said.Henrich is the captain of the RecSports team Vear Vundervul, which is “We’re Wonderful” pronounced with a German accent. Being a captain is perfect for Henrich. “It gives me the opportunity to make sure everyone gets the same amount of playing time,” Henrich said. Henrich’s strategy as a captain is to give all his players a level playing field. “Other teams concentrate on what it takes to win, but … if everyone is contributing to the team, then I feel we have the greatest chance of winning and everybody’s happy,” Henrich said. His methods seem to work. “I think he does a good job bringing us together as a team,” said Tara Cottle, a junior studying social work and one of Henrich’s players. “He knows what he is doing and inspires us all to play better.”His players never doubt their short captain’s capacity. “His enthusiasm and love for the sport shine through his eyes and skills on the court,” Cottle said.But Henrich won’t take all the credit. “The key is everyone works as a team and we put in the effort,” Henrich said.His teammates love his coaching. “He’s pretty much perfect [as a captain],” Cottle said. See the Vear Vundervul team schedule under Beginning Coed Basketball at activities.byui.edu/sports. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 23:22:20 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Basketballers-getting-short-with-RecSports/BLOG/1866846/96698.html lauraw2 2010-02-16T23:22:20Z SPORTS GENERAL iComm Student Media When basketball players enter the court their long, lean bodies demand respect. They tower in their lofty majesty. The spectators wonder what it would be like to be that tall.Until a 5’6” guy enters the court. “What is he doing?” a whisper ripples through the crowd. “How can this guy play basketball?”The game begins, and no one expects anything from this athlete who is an entire foot shorter than most of the other players. No one pays attention to him until suddenly, he shoots a three-pointer. Then another. The crowd is automatically tuned in, captivated by this little guy who’s all over the court. Is there anything he can’t do?The audience begins to wonder: what is this little whirlwind’s name? That name is Dennis Henrich. Henrich is a junior studying exercise physiology, and this semester he is tearing up RecSports basketball.“I do have a disadvantage with height,” Henrich said. “I don’t let that affect me. I use the one thing I feel I do have an advantage with, and that’s speed.”Henrich dominates RecSports football during the fall. “Football is my sport,” Henrich said. “If I died right now that’s where I hope I’d be: football heaven.”But in the winter, Henrich turns to his second great love, basketball.Henrich has been playing basketball with his brother since he was in elementary school.  “When it’s just me, I don’t play as well as I do when my brother’s on the court,” Henrich said.  The brotherly love is evident in Henrich’s game.“When he’s not playing, it’s almost a totally different sport,” Henrich said.Henrich is the captain of the RecSports team Vear Vundervul, which is “We’re Wonderful” pronounced with a German accent. Being a captain is perfect for Henrich. “It gives me the opportunity to make sure everyone gets the same amount of playing time,” Henrich said. Henrich’s strategy as a captain is to give all his players a level playing field. “Other teams concentrate on what it takes to win, but … if everyone is contributing to the team, then I feel we have the greatest chance of winning and everybody’s happy,” Henrich said. His methods seem to work. “I think he does a good job bringing us together as a team,” said Tara Cottle, a junior studying social work and one of Henrich’s players. “He knows what he is doing and inspires us all to play better.”His players never doubt their short captain’s capacity. “His enthusiasm and love for the sport shine through his eyes and skills on the court,” Cottle said.But Henrich won’t take all the credit. “The key is everyone works as a team and we put in the effort,” Henrich said.His teammates love his coaching. “He’s pretty much perfect [as a captain],” Cottle said. See the Vear Vundervul team schedule under Beginning Coed Basketball at activities.byui.edu/sports. basketball, byu-idaho, general, recsports, sports nonadult false Basketballers getting short with RecSports text blog basketball,byu-idaho,general,recsports,sports 77 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=19295928&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_D.jpg false 0 SPORTS / GENERAL 0 1866846 19295928 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Athletes-work-up-to-running-a-full-triathlon/BLOG/1866841/96698.html The Fitness Activities Department holds three “Try-a-Tri” competitions each semester. The first one for this semester was held on Feb. 6, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Hart Building.Each Try-a-Tri is only a portion of a real triathlon, and each one is longer than the last. This first triathlon included a 200 yard swim, four mile bike ride, and one mile run.Students had the choice to complete the mini-triathlon individually or on a team with two other athletes. Katelyn Nauman, a sophomore studying elementary education, Ali Harmon, a sophomore studying child development, and Elizabeth McKinney, a freshman studying physical education competed as a team in the Try-a-Tri.“This is my first time doing it as a team,” Nauman said. This was her fourth triathlon. “I like doing it by myself because it’s more of an accomplished feeling, but either way it’s fun.” The girls enjoyed their experience as a team.“I actually had to ask Liz to push me ’cause when someone pushes me I push myself,” Harmon said.There were also several students who completed the Try-a-Tri alone. “It feels good to finish,” said Brent Cline, a sophomore studying hospital administration. “I’m not really in it to compete as much [as] to tell myself I can do it.”  The benefit of the Try-a-Tri competitions is that students at any level can try it.“I probably never would’ve done one or know[n] where to start without these Try-a-Tri [competitions],” said Cline.The swimming portion took place in the Hart pool, the biking was in the Fitness Center and the running was on the field house track.Fans came to support their friends and followed them throughout the three courses.“I like it because it incorporates multiple exercises,” said Rebecca Butler, a freshman going into dental hygiene. Butler was there with some other friends sporting posters to support their friends competing.“I think it’s awesome and a good way for people to get involved,” said Sarah Smith, a junior studying elementary education. The next Try-a-Tri will be longer, and the sign up will start on February 26. For more information, visit activities.byui.edu/fitness/. The Fitness Activities Department holds three “Try-a-Tri” competitions each semester. The first one for this semester was held on Feb. 6, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Hart Building.Each Try-a-Tri is only a portion of a real triathlon, and each one is longer than the last. This first triathlon included a 200 yard swim, four mile bike ride, and one mile run.Students had the choice to complete the mini-triathlon individually or on a team with two other athletes. Katelyn Nauman, a sophomore studying elementary education, Ali Harmon, a sophomore studying child development, and Elizabeth McKinney, a freshman studying physical education competed as a team in the Try-a-Tri.“This is my first time doing it as a team,” Nauman said. This was her fourth triathlon. “I like doing it by myself because it’s more of an accomplished feeling, but either way it’s fun.” The girls enjoyed their experience as a team.“I actually had to ask Liz to push me ’cause when someone pushes me I push myself,” Harmon said.There were also several students who completed the Try-a-Tri alone. “It feels good to finish,” said Brent Cline, a sophomore studying hospital administration. “I’m not really in it to compete as much [as] to tell myself I can do it.”  The benefit of the Try-a-Tri competitions is that students at any level can try it.“I probably never would’ve done one or know[n] where to start without these Try-a-Tri [competitions],” said Cline.The swimming portion took place in the Hart pool, the biking was in the Fitness Center and the running was on the field house track.Fans came to support their friends and followed them throughout the three courses.“I like it because it incorporates multiple exercises,” said Rebecca Butler, a freshman going into dental hygiene. Butler was there with some other friends sporting posters to support their friends competing.“I think it’s awesome and a good way for people to get involved,” said Sarah Smith, a junior studying elementary education. The next Try-a-Tri will be longer, and the sign up will start on February 26. For more information, visit activities.byui.edu/fitness/. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 23:20:19 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Athletes-work-up-to-running-a-full-triathlon/BLOG/1866841/96698.html lauraw2 2010-02-16T23:20:19Z SPORTS GENERAL iComm Student Media The Fitness Activities Department holds three “Try-a-Tri” competitions each semester. The first one for this semester was held on Feb. 6, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Hart Building.Each Try-a-Tri is only a portion of a real triathlon, and each one is longer than the last. This first triathlon included a 200 yard swim, four mile bike ride, and one mile run.Students had the choice to complete the mini-triathlon individually or on a team with two other athletes. Katelyn Nauman, a sophomore studying elementary education, Ali Harmon, a sophomore studying child development, and Elizabeth McKinney, a freshman studying physical education competed as a team in the Try-a-Tri.“This is my first time doing it as a team,” Nauman said. This was her fourth triathlon. “I like doing it by myself because it’s more of an accomplished feeling, but either way it’s fun.” The girls enjoyed their experience as a team.“I actually had to ask Liz to push me ’cause when someone pushes me I push myself,” Harmon said.There were also several students who completed the Try-a-Tri alone. “It feels good to finish,” said Brent Cline, a sophomore studying hospital administration. “I’m not really in it to compete as much [as] to tell myself I can do it.”  The benefit of the Try-a-Tri competitions is that students at any level can try it.“I probably never would’ve done one or know[n] where to start without these Try-a-Tri [competitions],” said Cline.The swimming portion took place in the Hart pool, the biking was in the Fitness Center and the running was on the field house track.Fans came to support their friends and followed them throughout the three courses.“I like it because it incorporates multiple exercises,” said Rebecca Butler, a freshman going into dental hygiene. Butler was there with some other friends sporting posters to support their friends competing.“I think it’s awesome and a good way for people to get involved,” said Sarah Smith, a junior studying elementary education. The next Try-a-Tri will be longer, and the sign up will start on February 26. For more information, visit activities.byui.edu/fitness/. byu-idaho, general, hart, sports, triathlon, try-a-tri nonadult false Athletes work up to running a full triathlon text blog byu-idaho,general,hart,sports,triathlon,try-a-tri 107 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=19295928&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_A.jpg false 0 SPORTS / GENERAL 0 1866841 19295928 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Getting-Active-with-Free-Fitness-Classes/BLOG/1807297/96698.html Kierra Thompson, a freshman studying art, frequents the Fitness Center in the John W. Hart Building. She enjoys going to all the different fitness classes that are offered.“I’ve been to yoga, hip-hop, and the abs classes,” Thompson said. “I also want to try the cycling classes.”Rebecca Escoto, a junior studying communication, attends multiple fitness classes each week with her roommates. “It’s kind of a push-yourself workout environment,” Escoto said.The Fitness Center offers free classes six days a week. The classes cover different kinds of aerobic exercise. In total, there are 11 different classes available multiple times each week. Some are classic aerobic classes, like cycling, step aerobics, water aerobics, yoga, Abs that Rock, Hi-Lo and circuit training.Other classes are less traditional, like Umba, which is an aerobic workout using Latin dance moves; or Turbo Kick and Kick It, which both combine martial arts with boxing, or hip hop. Escoto attends Abs that Rock and yoga every week. “Abs is hard core, and in yoga you work on muscle tone and breathing,” Escoto said. “It’s nice to get two different sides.”Students can take advantage of these classes to learn new exercise skills. Beginners are always welcome. “I don’t really feel like a beginner, because even if I don’t know the exercise, they try to keep it on a level where anyone can get something out of it,” Thompson said.There are also classes that cater to pregnant women. There is a special beginning yoga class as well as water aerobics.Thompson said the Fitness Center compares to other professional classes she’s been to. “Even though most of the instructors at the [other gyms] were older with certifications, these classes are just as good,” Thompson said. A calendar of all the fitness classes is available on the Fitness Activities Web site, at activities.byui.edu/fitness. Kierra Thompson, a freshman studying art, frequents the Fitness Center in the John W. Hart Building. She enjoys going to all the different fitness classes that are offered.“I’ve been to yoga, hip-hop, and the abs classes,” Thompson said. “I also want to try the cycling classes.”Rebecca Escoto, a junior studying communication, attends multiple fitness classes each week with her roommates. “It’s kind of a push-yourself workout environment,” Escoto said.The Fitness Center offers free classes six days a week. The classes cover different kinds of aerobic exercise. In total, there are 11 different classes available multiple times each week. Some are classic aerobic classes, like cycling, step aerobics, water aerobics, yoga, Abs that Rock, Hi-Lo and circuit training.Other classes are less traditional, like Umba, which is an aerobic workout using Latin dance moves; or Turbo Kick and Kick It, which both combine martial arts with boxing, or hip hop. Escoto attends Abs that Rock and yoga every week. “Abs is hard core, and in yoga you work on muscle tone and breathing,” Escoto said. “It’s nice to get two different sides.”Students can take advantage of these classes to learn new exercise skills. Beginners are always welcome. “I don’t really feel like a beginner, because even if I don’t know the exercise, they try to keep it on a level where anyone can get something out of it,” Thompson said.There are also classes that cater to pregnant women. There is a special beginning yoga class as well as water aerobics.Thompson said the Fitness Center compares to other professional classes she’s been to. “Even though most of the instructors at the [other gyms] were older with certifications, these classes are just as good,” Thompson said. A calendar of all the fitness classes is available on the Fitness Activities Web site, at activities.byui.edu/fitness. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 23:20:43 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Getting-Active-with-Free-Fitness-Classes/BLOG/1807297/96698.html lauraw2 2010-02-04T23:20:43Z SPORTS GENERAL iComm Student Media Kierra Thompson, a freshman studying art, frequents the Fitness Center in the John W. Hart Building. She enjoys going to all the different fitness classes that are offered.“I’ve been to yoga, hip-hop, and the abs classes,” Thompson said. “I also want to try the cycling classes.”Rebecca Escoto, a junior studying communication, attends multiple fitness classes each week with her roommates. “It’s kind of a push-yourself workout environment,” Escoto said.The Fitness Center offers free classes six days a week. The classes cover different kinds of aerobic exercise. In total, there are 11 different classes available multiple times each week. Some are classic aerobic classes, like cycling, step aerobics, water aerobics, yoga, Abs that Rock, Hi-Lo and circuit training.Other classes are less traditional, like Umba, which is an aerobic workout using Latin dance moves; or Turbo Kick and Kick It, which both combine martial arts with boxing, or hip hop. Escoto attends Abs that Rock and yoga every week. “Abs is hard core, and in yoga you work on muscle tone and breathing,” Escoto said. “It’s nice to get two different sides.”Students can take advantage of these classes to learn new exercise skills. Beginners are always welcome. “I don’t really feel like a beginner, because even if I don’t know the exercise, they try to keep it on a level where anyone can get something out of it,” Thompson said.There are also classes that cater to pregnant women. There is a special beginning yoga class as well as water aerobics.Thompson said the Fitness Center compares to other professional classes she’s been to. “Even though most of the instructors at the [other gyms] were older with certifications, these classes are just as good,” Thompson said. A calendar of all the fitness classes is available on the Fitness Activities Web site, at activities.byui.edu/fitness. byu-idaho, classes, fitness, free, general, hart, sports nonadult false Getting Active with Free Fitness Classes text blog byu-idaho,classes,fitness,free,general,hart,sports 48 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=19295928&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_A.jpg false 0 SPORTS / GENERAL 0 1807297 19295928 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Students-Get-Fit-with-Hip-Hop-Class/BLOG/1807290/96698.html The Fitness Center offers several different aerobic fitness classes every week. Most of them are exercises that supplement a normal workout routine, like pilates or cycling. But there is one class that can really get students jumpin’. Every Tuesday and Thursday at 9 p.m. in Hart 234, students can come and learn a hip hop dance routine. The instructor, Kaitlyn Hansen, a senior studying recreation management, started out teaching step aerobics. “I’ve been dancing my whole life,” Hansen said. Hansen started the hip hop class in 2007 with her brother. “It was really popular and we actually performed outside the Hart at dance parties,” Hansen said.So how can hip hop dancing supplement the average work out? “It works different muscles that maybe you don’t normally work,” Hansen said. “Hip hop also increases your coordination. The more you come, the better you are.” The class is structured differently from other workouts. Instead of repeating exercises, students actually learn a dance. “You go over routines again and again, and you definitely break a sweat,” Hansen said.  Hip hop is also different from the other classes simply because it is dancing. “It allows you to feel your body in a creative way where other aerobics classes don’t,” Hansen said.Hansen has a passion for dancing and teaching. “I’m grateful for the Hart in that they allow us to do stuff like this on campus,” she said. “It’s fun.” The Fitness Center offers several different aerobic fitness classes every week. Most of them are exercises that supplement a normal workout routine, like pilates or cycling. But there is one class that can really get students jumpin’. Every Tuesday and Thursday at 9 p.m. in Hart 234, students can come and learn a hip hop dance routine. The instructor, Kaitlyn Hansen, a senior studying recreation management, started out teaching step aerobics. “I’ve been dancing my whole life,” Hansen said. Hansen started the hip hop class in 2007 with her brother. “It was really popular and we actually performed outside the Hart at dance parties,” Hansen said.So how can hip hop dancing supplement the average work out? “It works different muscles that maybe you don’t normally work,” Hansen said. “Hip hop also increases your coordination. The more you come, the better you are.” The class is structured differently from other workouts. Instead of repeating exercises, students actually learn a dance. “You go over routines again and again, and you definitely break a sweat,” Hansen said.  Hip hop is also different from the other classes simply because it is dancing. “It allows you to feel your body in a creative way where other aerobics classes don’t,” Hansen said.Hansen has a passion for dancing and teaching. “I’m grateful for the Hart in that they allow us to do stuff like this on campus,” she said. “It’s fun.” Thu, 04 Feb 2010 23:17:50 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Students-Get-Fit-with-Hip-Hop-Class/BLOG/1807290/96698.html lauraw2 2010-02-04T23:17:50Z SPORTS GENERAL iComm Student Media The Fitness Center offers several different aerobic fitness classes every week. Most of them are exercises that supplement a normal workout routine, like pilates or cycling. But there is one class that can really get students jumpin’. Every Tuesday and Thursday at 9 p.m. in Hart 234, students can come and learn a hip hop dance routine. The instructor, Kaitlyn Hansen, a senior studying recreation management, started out teaching step aerobics. “I’ve been dancing my whole life,” Hansen said. Hansen started the hip hop class in 2007 with her brother. “It was really popular and we actually performed outside the Hart at dance parties,” Hansen said.So how can hip hop dancing supplement the average work out? “It works different muscles that maybe you don’t normally work,” Hansen said. “Hip hop also increases your coordination. The more you come, the better you are.” The class is structured differently from other workouts. Instead of repeating exercises, students actually learn a dance. “You go over routines again and again, and you definitely break a sweat,” Hansen said.  Hip hop is also different from the other classes simply because it is dancing. “It allows you to feel your body in a creative way where other aerobics classes don’t,” Hansen said.Hansen has a passion for dancing and teaching. “I’m grateful for the Hart in that they allow us to do stuff like this on campus,” she said. “It’s fun.” byu-idaho, classes, dance, fitness, free, general, hansen, hart, hip, hop, sports nonadult false Students Get Fit with Hip Hop Class text blog byu-idaho,classes,dance,fitness,free,general,hansen,hart,hip,hop,sports 54 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=19295928&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_B.jpg false 0 SPORTS / GENERAL 0 1807290 19295928 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_RecSports-hits-off-the-semester-with-Free-Play/BLOG/1744884/96698.html On Saturday, RecSports held a Free Play event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the fieldhouse in the John W. Hart Building. In the fieldhouse, RecSports set up four different courts for basketball, futsal, dodgeball, and volleyball. “People who want to come and play those sports could come and play with different people, or with their teams,” said Kalli Mackay, a sophomore studying elementary education who was working with RecSports.“This is also a chance for some teams or even individuals that haven’t signed up yet to come sign up today,” Mackay said. Many teams have been organized, but there is still a chance for students to join a team in the sport of their choice.RecSports provided real game atmosphere for the athletes. “I liked how this was organized, with scoreboards and everything,” said Gleeson Glory, a sophomore studying CIT. Glory organized a futsal team for this semester. “Basically, it’s indoor soccer,” Glory said. “They go by FIFA rules, so it’s international,” said Glory, referring to the Fédération Internationale de Football Association, the governing body of association soccer.“There are a couple of different rules [from indoor soccer],” said Chelsea Westmoreland, a freshman studying nursing and Glory’s teammate. “When [girls] score it’s two points and for boys it’s one.”Some students were playing just for fun. “I just came down to play basketball with some friends,” said Alan Barwick, a sophomore studying History Education. “We [actually] are now doing a RecSports futsal team.” Other students came to the fieldhouse just to play basketball when they discovered the Free Play going on.“It’s a terrific idea,” said Barwick. “A lot of kids don’t want to play competitive sports. They just want to throw a ball around.”Players were free to switch from one sport to the next, and many games were just for fun without keeping score.The purpose for the Free Play event was for teams to get to know how they play together, and for individual players to find a team if they wanted to play RecSports this semester.For more information about RecSports, visit activities.byui.edu/sports. On Saturday, RecSports held a Free Play event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the fieldhouse in the John W. Hart Building. In the fieldhouse, RecSports set up four different courts for basketball, futsal, dodgeball, and volleyball. “People who want to come and play those sports could come and play with different people, or with their teams,” said Kalli Mackay, a sophomore studying elementary education who was working with RecSports.“This is also a chance for some teams or even individuals that haven’t signed up yet to come sign up today,” Mackay said. Many teams have been organized, but there is still a chance for students to join a team in the sport of their choice.RecSports provided real game atmosphere for the athletes. “I liked how this was organized, with scoreboards and everything,” said Gleeson Glory, a sophomore studying CIT. Glory organized a futsal team for this semester. “Basically, it’s indoor soccer,” Glory said. “They go by FIFA rules, so it’s international,” said Glory, referring to the Fédération Internationale de Football Association, the governing body of association soccer.“There are a couple of different rules [from indoor soccer],” said Chelsea Westmoreland, a freshman studying nursing and Glory’s teammate. “When [girls] score it’s two points and for boys it’s one.”Some students were playing just for fun. “I just came down to play basketball with some friends,” said Alan Barwick, a sophomore studying History Education. “We [actually] are now doing a RecSports futsal team.” Other students came to the fieldhouse just to play basketball when they discovered the Free Play going on.“It’s a terrific idea,” said Barwick. “A lot of kids don’t want to play competitive sports. They just want to throw a ball around.”Players were free to switch from one sport to the next, and many games were just for fun without keeping score.The purpose for the Free Play event was for teams to get to know how they play together, and for individual players to find a team if they wanted to play RecSports this semester.For more information about RecSports, visit activities.byui.edu/sports. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 23:38:51 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_RecSports-hits-off-the-semester-with-Free-Play/BLOG/1744884/96698.html lauraw2 2010-01-19T23:38:51Z SPORTS GENERAL iComm Student Media On Saturday, RecSports held a Free Play event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the fieldhouse in the John W. Hart Building. In the fieldhouse, RecSports set up four different courts for basketball, futsal, dodgeball, and volleyball. “People who want to come and play those sports could come and play with different people, or with their teams,” said Kalli Mackay, a sophomore studying elementary education who was working with RecSports.“This is also a chance for some teams or even individuals that haven’t signed up yet to come sign up today,” Mackay said. Many teams have been organized, but there is still a chance for students to join a team in the sport of their choice.RecSports provided real game atmosphere for the athletes. “I liked how this was organized, with scoreboards and everything,” said Gleeson Glory, a sophomore studying CIT. Glory organized a futsal team for this semester. “Basically, it’s indoor soccer,” Glory said. “They go by FIFA rules, so it’s international,” said Glory, referring to the Fédération Internationale de Football Association, the governing body of association soccer.“There are a couple of different rules [from indoor soccer],” said Chelsea Westmoreland, a freshman studying nursing and Glory’s teammate. “When [girls] score it’s two points and for boys it’s one.”Some students were playing just for fun. “I just came down to play basketball with some friends,” said Alan Barwick, a sophomore studying History Education. “We [actually] are now doing a RecSports futsal team.” Other students came to the fieldhouse just to play basketball when they discovered the Free Play going on.“It’s a terrific idea,” said Barwick. “A lot of kids don’t want to play competitive sports. They just want to throw a ball around.”Players were free to switch from one sport to the next, and many games were just for fun without keeping score.The purpose for the Free Play event was for teams to get to know how they play together, and for individual players to find a team if they wanted to play RecSports this semester.For more information about RecSports, visit activities.byui.edu/sports. basketball, free, futsal, general, hart, play, recsports, sports, volleyball nonadult false RecSports hits off the semester with Free Play text blog basketball,free,futsal,general,hart,play,recsports,sports,volleyball 95 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=19295928&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_C.jpg false 0 SPORTS / GENERAL 0 1744884 19295928 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Students-Get-Fit-in-Nine-Week-Challenge/BLOG/1744875/96698.html Many students need someone to push them to work out—someone who will work out with them or check in to make sure they are working out regularly. The Fitness Activities Board has provided such a program for students every semester with their Nine-Week Fitness Challenge.The Nine-Week Challenge requires students to sign up online and record how many minutes per week they exercise. “It’s for anybody who wants to participate,” said Doug Stutz, fitness coordinator for the activities program. Participants record their minutes online. The program requires 180 minutes per week.This means students can break up that 180 minutes however they like. 30 minutes for six days a week is suggested.Students are also asked to participate in classes or clinics the Fitness Center offers. “We have 45 classes each week,” Stutz said. The classes can expose students to new sports or workouts. “We’ll show them how to exercise using proper technique,” Stutz said.There are also workshops offered every month. “Our first one is in February. We’re going to talk about working through injuries,” Stutz said. In addition to workshops there are “Try-a-Tri” competitions. “They are basically shortened triathlons,” Stutz said.But students don’t have to participate in any organized event to be a part of the Nine-Week Challenge. “The emphasis is that they record their minutes online and they have [a student] follow-up who can help them.” Stutz said. “If they want to exercise on their own, that’s great.” If a participant starts falling behind in their minutes, the student coordinators will contact them and figure out how to help them get back on track.To sign up for the Nine-Week Challenge, students can visit the Fitness Activities Web site at activities.byui.edu. The Nine-Week Challenge usually has 120-200 participants each semester. Each participant receives a free Fitness Challenge T-shirt.“There are some people who participate every semester. It’s up to them to keep the habit in their life, but the program is designed so that hopefully [9 weeks] will give them a habit,” Stutz said.For more information, visit the Fitness Activities Web site, or email Shelley Marsee at mar08039@byui.edu. Many students need someone to push them to work out—someone who will work out with them or check in to make sure they are working out regularly. The Fitness Activities Board has provided such a program for students every semester with their Nine-Week Fitness Challenge.The Nine-Week Challenge requires students to sign up online and record how many minutes per week they exercise. “It’s for anybody who wants to participate,” said Doug Stutz, fitness coordinator for the activities program. Participants record their minutes online. The program requires 180 minutes per week.This means students can break up that 180 minutes however they like. 30 minutes for six days a week is suggested.Students are also asked to participate in classes or clinics the Fitness Center offers. “We have 45 classes each week,” Stutz said. The classes can expose students to new sports or workouts. “We’ll show them how to exercise using proper technique,” Stutz said.There are also workshops offered every month. “Our first one is in February. We’re going to talk about working through injuries,” Stutz said. In addition to workshops there are “Try-a-Tri” competitions. “They are basically shortened triathlons,” Stutz said.But students don’t have to participate in any organized event to be a part of the Nine-Week Challenge. “The emphasis is that they record their minutes online and they have [a student] follow-up who can help them.” Stutz said. “If they want to exercise on their own, that’s great.” If a participant starts falling behind in their minutes, the student coordinators will contact them and figure out how to help them get back on track.To sign up for the Nine-Week Challenge, students can visit the Fitness Activities Web site at activities.byui.edu. The Nine-Week Challenge usually has 120-200 participants each semester. Each participant receives a free Fitness Challenge T-shirt.“There are some people who participate every semester. It’s up to them to keep the habit in their life, but the program is designed so that hopefully [9 weeks] will give them a habit,” Stutz said.For more information, visit the Fitness Activities Web site, or email Shelley Marsee at mar08039@byui.edu. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 23:36:40 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Students-Get-Fit-in-Nine-Week-Challenge/BLOG/1744875/96698.html lauraw2 2010-01-19T23:36:40Z SPORTS GENERAL iComm Student Media Many students need someone to push them to work out—someone who will work out with them or check in to make sure they are working out regularly. The Fitness Activities Board has provided such a program for students every semester with their Nine-Week Fitness Challenge.The Nine-Week Challenge requires students to sign up online and record how many minutes per week they exercise. “It’s for anybody who wants to participate,” said Doug Stutz, fitness coordinator for the activities program. Participants record their minutes online. The program requires 180 minutes per week.This means students can break up that 180 minutes however they like. 30 minutes for six days a week is suggested.Students are also asked to participate in classes or clinics the Fitness Center offers. “We have 45 classes each week,” Stutz said. The classes can expose students to new sports or workouts. “We’ll show them how to exercise using proper technique,” Stutz said.There are also workshops offered every month. “Our first one is in February. We’re going to talk about working through injuries,” Stutz said. In addition to workshops there are “Try-a-Tri” competitions. “They are basically shortened triathlons,” Stutz said.But students don’t have to participate in any organized event to be a part of the Nine-Week Challenge. “The emphasis is that they record their minutes online and they have [a student] follow-up who can help them.” Stutz said. “If they want to exercise on their own, that’s great.” If a participant starts falling behind in their minutes, the student coordinators will contact them and figure out how to help them get back on track.To sign up for the Nine-Week Challenge, students can visit the Fitness Activities Web site at activities.byui.edu. The Nine-Week Challenge usually has 120-200 participants each semester. Each participant receives a free Fitness Challenge T-shirt.“There are some people who participate every semester. It’s up to them to keep the habit in their life, but the program is designed so that hopefully [9 weeks] will give them a habit,” Stutz said.For more information, visit the Fitness Activities Web site, or email Shelley Marsee at mar08039@byui.edu. challenge, competition, fitness, general, nine, sports, students, weeks nonadult false Students Get Fit in Nine-Week Challenge text blog challenge,competition,fitness,general,nine,sports,students,weeks 84 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=19295928&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_B.jpg false 0 SPORTS / GENERAL 0 1744875 19295928 Member 0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Get-involved-with-free-clinics/BLOG/1713836/96698.html The Exercise and Sport Science Department (ESS) will be sponsoring free clinics for all BYU–Idaho students and faculty members. Faculty member Claire Blakeley is the director over these new clinics. “The clinics are for the purpose of giving students and faculty an activity with no credit, although some of the Fitness for Life teachers will count it for extra credit. They are for information, recreation, aerobic activity, fun and to be able to get to know fellow students,” Blakeley said. Students will teach each clinic. These clinicians are ESS majors and are certifying to become personal trainers. “It gives students an opportunity to relax from their classes and homework and just learn how to play [sports],” said student coach Ethan Felix. “Students can bring all of their friends because it’s not a required class. All of the students that participate just have the free time during this block of time.”There are four clinics scheduled for the Winter 2010 semester. The first will be weight training for both men and women in January. In February, there will be a clinic on bowling, held in the Manwaring Center bowling alley. The next clinic is a dance aerobics clinic held in March, and the last clinic will be a racquetball clinic in April. “It’s a great way to meet new people,” said Oscar Rubio. Each of the clinics will follow BYU–I’s Learning Model by having experienced students teach and lead the activities. “We’re going to try and provide three to four clinics every semester,” Blakeley said. For more information contact Claire Blakeley at blakeleyc@byui.edu. The Exercise and Sport Science Department (ESS) will be sponsoring free clinics for all BYU–Idaho students and faculty members. Faculty member Claire Blakeley is the director over these new clinics. “The clinics are for the purpose of giving students and faculty an activity with no credit, although some of the Fitness for Life teachers will count it for extra credit. They are for information, recreation, aerobic activity, fun and to be able to get to know fellow students,” Blakeley said. Students will teach each clinic. These clinicians are ESS majors and are certifying to become personal trainers. “It gives students an opportunity to relax from their classes and homework and just learn how to play [sports],” said student coach Ethan Felix. “Students can bring all of their friends because it’s not a required class. All of the students that participate just have the free time during this block of time.”There are four clinics scheduled for the Winter 2010 semester. The first will be weight training for both men and women in January. In February, there will be a clinic on bowling, held in the Manwaring Center bowling alley. The next clinic is a dance aerobics clinic held in March, and the last clinic will be a racquetball clinic in April. “It’s a great way to meet new people,” said Oscar Rubio. Each of the clinics will follow BYU–I’s Learning Model by having experienced students teach and lead the activities. “We’re going to try and provide three to four clinics every semester,” Blakeley said. For more information contact Claire Blakeley at blakeleyc@byui.edu. Tue, 12 Jan 2010 23:50:13 GMT http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/_Get-involved-with-free-clinics/BLOG/1713836/96698.html lauraw2 2010-01-12T23:50:13Z SPORTS GENERAL iComm Student Media The Exercise and Sport Science Department (ESS) will be sponsoring free clinics for all BYU–Idaho students and faculty members. Faculty member Claire Blakeley is the director over these new clinics. “The clinics are for the purpose of giving students and faculty an activity with no credit, although some of the Fitness for Life teachers will count it for extra credit. They are for information, recreation, aerobic activity, fun and to be able to get to know fellow students,” Blakeley said. Students will teach each clinic. These clinicians are ESS majors and are certifying to become personal trainers. “It gives students an opportunity to relax from their classes and homework and just learn how to play [sports],” said student coach Ethan Felix. “Students can bring all of their friends because it’s not a required class. All of the students that participate just have the free time during this block of time.”There are four clinics scheduled for the Winter 2010 semester. The first will be weight training for both men and women in January. In February, there will be a clinic on bowling, held in the Manwaring Center bowling alley. The next clinic is a dance aerobics clinic held in March, and the last clinic will be a racquetball clinic in April. “It’s a great way to meet new people,” said Oscar Rubio. Each of the clinics will follow BYU–I’s Learning Model by having experienced students teach and lead the activities. “We’re going to try and provide three to four clinics every semester,” Blakeley said. For more information contact Claire Blakeley at blakeleyc@byui.edu. 2010, byu-idaho, clinics, free, general, laura, sports, whitney, winter nonadult false Get involved with free clinics text blog 2010,byu-idaho,clinics,free,general,laura,sports,whitney,winter 118 0 0.0 http://kickapps.byuicomm.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=19295928&as=96698 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_D.jpg false 0 SPORTS / GENERAL 0 1713836 19295928 Member 0