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Were back at it again!

After Teris wonderful success in 2019, my hope is that youll soon see more of the same with Robin Satterwhite and Isaac Miller. They are two interesting candidates, both excited to take on the Salisbury Post Wellness Program. Readers will get monthly reports on their progress,

Robin Satterwhite is 55 years old and chairs the Humanities Department at Rowan Cabarrus Community College. She grew up in Murphy, NC, but has lived in Salisbury for almost 30 years now. Robin has two grown daughters and lives on a farm in western Rowan county with a dog and two cats.

Robin said, I want to be the best I can be for the last half of my life. I also want to combat the crippling anxiety that has gotten worse with menopause. Another goal is to get off blood pressure medication and be healthy. Accountability has been missing in my past attempts at losing weight, getting healthy and feeling better overall. After starting many times, I have trouble carrying through. Knowing a personal trainer and a partner are expecting me on certain mornings at designated times keeps me focused. I cant talk myself out of that! Also, working with someone who knows fitness and can provide efficient guidance makes me want to keep coming back.

Isaac Miller is 37 years old and from the small town of Norwood, NC. Hes a police officer here in Salisbury.Isaac said, Ive struggled to stay in shape and thought I needed motivation and accountability to keep me on track. Also, I really wanted to work out to lose weight but never truly knew how. Im competitive, not with Robin, just with myself. If I see that I lost 3 pounds this week, Ill want to lose 4 pounds next week, always striving to be better. Like most people, I look at what gets results and Im drawn to it. With an organized program such as this, I do as instructed with great results so far.

We started the Post wellness program during the first week of January and have been at it since. Robin and Isaac meet with me twice a week and they exercise on their own at least four more days. Both are already making progress. Robin said, Getting into a fitness routine gives me some structure. I have enjoyed getting to know Isaac and David and hearing different fitness stories. I have also enjoyed getting to know patrons and staff of the Forum and at the YMCA. Better sleep has helped the anxiety to wane.

On the same page, Isaac added, The best thing is how Ive felt. My doctor asked me what have I been doing. Blood tests have shown great improvement in my testosterone and other areas. I feel better emotionally, physically and mentally while having more energy. Theres more clarity throughout my day after a good workout. My stressful job is easier to deal with since starting the program. Also, I enjoy having something to look forward to, especially Monday and Thursday mornings and catching up with Robin and David.

Past readers know that we set both short term and long-term goals in this program. Robin said, For February, I want to get better at counting calories while becoming more aware of better foods for my weight loss journey. Im learning about the value of complex carbohydrates. I need to give up macaroni and cheese! I dont have a problem with desserts, but I can put a hurtin on some mac and cheese! I want to continue with step classes and maybe look for a kickboxing class plus improve my endurance.

Isaac has similar thoughts. He said, Goals for February include dropping ten more pounds. I want to kick the craving for sweets and sodas. Ive only had two soft drinks in January, and expect to have none in February. I also want stop procrastinating, often waiting until the last minute to get my exercise.

Finally, we talked about a yearly goal. Robin said, I would like to lose 50 pounds, get off blood pressure medication, and control my anxiety. I would like to be able to tie my shoes comfortably!Isaac added, There are many parts of my body I havent been able to see for a while without the aid of a mirror. By the end of this year, I want to look down and see everything. Originally, I set my goal at losing 60 pounds but think I can lose 100 pounds. I started this year nearly 330 pounds, thats a lot of man to carry around. With the aid of this program, I can surpass my goal.

We did our final January weigh-in on Thursday morning. Robin has dropped three pounds and Isaac is down eight . Were off to a nice start. See you at the end of February!

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A woman who was able to lose a jaw-dropping 151 pounds says she owes her transformation to low-carbmeal prepping and CrossFit, which helped her break her "vicious" emotional eating cycle.

Frances Carpenter, a 30-year-oldexecutive assistant living in Riverside, Calif., explained in an articlefor Women's Health that her "dysfunctional" childhood led her to constantly stress eat, which caused herto pack on pounds throughout her adolescence, landing her at a weight of 200 pounds by the time she finished high school.

The problem persisted forCarpenter, even after she moved away from the town where she grew up.Over the next seven years, she continued gaining weight and, in 2016, she eventually reached her peak of 331 poundsat the age of 16.

"I had limited physical ability when I was at my heaviest and I was very sad and depressed, so I continued to eat to soothe myself with food. It was an extremely hard cycle to break," Carpenter wrote.

"I couldn't walk for long periods of time, and I couldn't comfortably fit in restaurant booths or movie theater seats. I was in a horrible place physically, but it was also hurting my mental state," she added."I knew I wasn't living my life to its full potential, and there were so many things I wanted to experience without my weight being the first thing I always had to consider."

Desperate to make a change,Carpenter turned to preparing low-carb and nutritious meals for herself each week, which helped kick her weight loss into full gear. Within 10 months, she was able to lose 100 pounds.

Carpenter also developed a regular exercise schedule along the way to further propel her fitness journey.

"I currently work out five days a week, alternating between different body parts," she said."Three days a week I do 60 minutes of cardio, and the other two I do 30 minutes of cardio, which is usually the StairMaster. I also spent about three years doing CrossFit, which helped me build a workout routine and get stronger as well."

Since reaching her peak weight of 331 in January 2016,Carpenter says she has lost 151 pounds in total. Her goal for 2020 is to reach 170 pounds in total weight loss and also to maintain the work she has already put in.

Although Carpenter said the journey was necessary for her, she warns that it was also a surprisingly emotional struggle and encouragesthose seeking to lose weight to try to involve their friends and family for support, if possible.

"My weight loss has changed me in ways that I did not know were possible. It has of course made me more confident in the looks department, but I have gained a new level of self-love,"she wrote. "I choose myself now, and have made it my priority to never go back to my old ways. I have a new outlook on life and enjoy the little things that I so desperately wanted before."

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As American Heart Month Approaches, AMA Offers 6 Tips to Improve Heart Health, Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke

CHICAGO To help the millions of Americans currently living with high blood pressure reduce their risk of heart attack and stroke, the American Medical Association (AMA) is offering six tips that Americans can take to improve their heart health. The release of these tips coincides with the start of Februarys American Heart Month this week.

In February, American Heart Month, we encourage all Americans to take control of their heart health by better understanding and monitoring their blood pressure levels and making healthy lifestyle changes that can significantly reduce their risk of serious health consequences associated with high blood pressure, said AMA President Patrice A. Harris, M.D., M.A. High blood pressure is the nations leading risk factor for heart attack and stroke, yet an overwhelming number of U.S. adults are living with uncontrolled high blood pressureplacing them at increased risk for both conditions. By empowering more patients to monitor and control their blood pressure, we will continue to improve health outcomes for patients and reduce health care costs.

The AMAs six tips for improving heart health to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke, include the following:

The AMA is committed toimproving the health of the nationby leading the charge to prevent and reduce the burden of chronic diseases, like cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. The AMA will continue its efforts aimed at helping the U.S. achieve no new preventable cases of type 2 diabetes and helping all adults meet their blood pressure goals to ensure patients live richer and fuller lives.

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Many of us had a great time during the holiday season, visiting friends and family, watching football, and probably eating more food than we needed. What the heck. It was the holidays and all that home cooking was too good to pass up, right?

Unfortunately, for too many of us the overeating never stops. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) more than 39% of American adults are considered obese, overweight; thats 93 million people, not including children, with a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 30. The BMI is simply a fatness measurement determined as follows: BMI= weight in pounds multiplied by 703, then divided by height in inches squared. For example: (180 lb x 703 = 126,540) divided by (60x 60 = 3,600) equals BMI of 35.

In many survival situations things can happen beyond our control such as accidents or storms, but losing weight and getting in shape is completely within our control and nothing is more important to our personal survival. And, just like wilderness survival the key to success is knowing exactly what to do and then having enough want to to turn that knowledge into effective survival action.

While many diet plans and weight loss programs can be confusing and hard to follow, I use a very straightforward weight loss routine. I call it 5N4 and I created it as a universal method for my overweight wilderness survival students to get back in shape. Ive had students drop 12 pounds in six weeks just by sticking with 5N4.

Lets start by looking at what might be considered a typical day of food consumption for millions of adults in America. The calorie counts shown are the general amounts for the particular food and serving size.

Starting with breakfast: cereal, whole milk, wheat toast, butter, orange juice; 600 calories. Lunch might include a hamburger with fries and a flavored soft drink; 850 calories. Dinner might consist of grilled chicken breast, rice, green beans, wheat roll, and an oatmeal cookie for desert; 730 calories. And, add a beer or glass of wine with dinner (120 calories) and a candy bar (200) mid-day snack, and were talking about a daily total of 2,500 calories.

According to Web MD, that many calories might be OK to sustain a 30-50 year old male who walks 3-4 miles every single day at a brisk pace of 3 miles per hour, in addition to doing their typical daily life activities. But, keep in mind that if that same individual is trying to lose any weight at all then the solution has to include a whole lot more exercise and cutting way back on caloric intake.

The 5N4 routine can help us to do both. It consists of five rules and four principles, all easy to remember and follow for as long as needed to lose weight.

Rule One: Cut out all deserts, sweets, crackers, chips, and bread of any kind. No cookies, candy, pie, cake, sweetened drinks, rolls, bagels, or toast.

Rule Two: Cut out all spirits and alcohol. No wine, beer, whiskey, scotch, bourbon, gin, rum, brandy, shine or any related drinks. This rule is more difficult because alcohol itself is habit forming. Simply having a beer every day after work creates its own physical and psychological craving that must be interrupted.

Rule Three: No seconds at any meal.

Rule Four: No snacks between meals.

Rule Five: No sitting; that is no prolonged sedentary activity such as spending hours at a time watching television, working on the computer, or playing video games. Cut back on sitting time with an active hobby or taking exercise breaks to go walking or jogging.

The Four Principles are just as easy to follow: limit lunch to just fruit or salad, drink plenty of water every day, eat only half of a restaurant dinner entree (save half for another dinner), and eat nothing after 9 p.m.

Always consult a physician before starting this or any other weight loss program. The 5N4 program should work for those who are willing to make the commitment. Learn more about survival and upcoming programs at http://www.mountaineerwilderness.com.

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Whenever it comes to weight loss, it is always recommended to stick with foods, which are grown naturally. Each and every fruit and vegetable have some nutrients to offer provided it is eaten in a proper way and it will help the body maintain good health. Having said that, let's take potato into consideration, which has often been perceived as the food that leads to weight gain. However, it might not be the case as a lot depends on how one eats this vegetable. In this week's weight loss tip, we will discuss how boiled potatoes can help you lose weight.Weight Loss Tip of the Week: How to Use Wheatgrass to Lose Weight (Watch Video)

Potato is a root vegetable that is originally believed to have been domesticated by indigenous peoples of America independently in multiple locations. As for in India, many dishes are incomplete without the addition of potato, especially in the Northern part of the nation. Usually, in winters good quality potatoes are available that are naturally sweet in taste. Now, let us see, how potatoes can help in weight loss. Of course, if potatoes are eaten in the form of french fries dipped in ketchup will do no good to your body!

Potatoes contain carbohydrates and fibres along withvitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium and manganese. These nutrients can provide numerous health benefits to the body, also the presence of antioxidants can fight against free radicals that cause oxidative stress. Eating potatoes can help you lose weight as they are high satiety index food. Higher the satiety index, greater will be the feeling of fullness for a longer time. This will avoid the intake of total calories at the end of the day. The best way is to eat potatoes in boiled form as eating in this way can help the body absorb maximum nutrients from the body. Also, if you will eat boiled potatoes after it cools down, the body will get resistant starch, which can aid in weight loss and various other health benefits.

Avoid eating potatoes in fried form, as it will cause weight gain. Also, boiled potatoes should be eaten in moderation keeping in mind the calorie count. The best time to eat boiled potatoes is before going for any exercise, as it is high in carbohydrates that will fuel up the body for energy. In the end, it is needless to say that for weight loss, it is necessary to follow a healthy diet along with some exercise and good sleep.

(This article is written for an informative purpose and should not be substituted for medical advice. Kindly consult your doctor before trying any tips.)

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By Sheri McIntosh, today at 1:06 am

How long does New Years resolutions typically last? One survey I found said 12 days and another said they last for most people until the end of January. Twelve days seems short. I totally believe the end of January survey. We get excited on January 1. The beginning of a new year. We plan to tackle our major issues whether it is losing weight, exercising, or quit smoking. However, the day-to-day grind can take our enthusiasm.

I want to encourage you that if you overeat on January 31, skip going to the gym for a couple of days, or have a cigarette, do not give up. Let the past go and get back to it. Major change is a process. Think of it as marathon and not a sprint. I do not make weight loss goals anymore. My goal is to live a healthy lifestyle. I try to make sure I get my rest, find a healthy way to handle stress, exercise, and eat healthy. If I have a bad day, I dont mentally beat myself up over it. I have learned to forgive myself. I determine to do better the next day.

Whatever your goals are for 2020 tell yourself you can do it. Just make sure your goals are reasonable and realistic. If you want to lose 20 pounds do not feel bad if you lose 10. There is a theory that it takes 21 days for a new activity to become a habit and six months for it to become part of your personality.,

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I tried several times to go on diets throughout my life, given that I was always overweight. But I would always stop after a couple of weeks or a month at the most. I remember when I was in school, I would use summer break to crash diet, and Id end up gaining all the weight back quickly once school began.

My biggest issue was that I thought of my attempts at weight loss as exactly that: diets. I didn't view weight loss as a lifestyle change. I would restrict too many foods, which was not sustainable long-term. I wouldnt eat enough and would burn myself out before seeing any real progress.

I ignored it as much as I could, but I developed a respiratory infection that forced me to go to the local urgent care. When I stepped on the scale, I discovered I was at my highest weight of 320 pounds. I wouldve cried had I been alone in the room. Then the nurse checked my vital signs, and my blood pressure was extremely high , which explained the headaches and sharp shoulder pains I was having. I remember telling the nurse practitioner I had just drank coffee, that maybe it was the caffeine causing it to be elevated. But who was I kidding? That was not caffeine causing my blood pressure to be that elevatedit was me being severely overweight.

The nurse sat down next to me and told me that I needed to begin seeing a doctor regularly to manage my BP and begin taking medication. I left the urgent care that evening overwhelmed. I knew I needed to lose weight, but I didn't feel ready to do that.

He told me the change had to come from me. So I dug deep emotionally that evening and prepared myself mentally for this lifestyle change because I wanted to be the healthy wife, mom, daughter, and sister that my entire family needed me to be.

The following day, I told my husband that I was ready to begin my journey, and he supported me 100 percent. He researched different recipes to make for lunch and dinners (he makes amazing food, and I tell him he should be a chef) and made our weekly menu as I began my journey.

Old me used to get out of work and pick up fast food almost daily. But I started off by eliminating sodas completely and focusing on portion control. Doing that alone helped me lose weight. About one month into my journey, though, I transitioned into doing the keto diet because it was simple enough for me to incorporate into my busy lifestyle. I am a fan of eggs, cheese, veggies and meatwhich are all foods you can have on the keto diet .

I have recently begun adding healthy carbs into my meals, because I run a lot and lift light weights on the days I'm not running. So technically, my eating has developed into a modified keto diet. My husband has poured his heart and soul into cooking all my meals and meal prepping all my lunches. He is always exploring new recipes to change it up for me.

Heres what I typically eat in a day:

My relationship with food is totally different now. I dont stress eat, or eat for fun, or because I'm bored. I eat to fuel my body.

I was out of shape when I started out. But now, I exercise an average of five to six days per week. I started off on the treadmill, just jogging. I remember feeling great after I pushed myself to jog and I slowly began increasing the speed and time I spent on the treadmill. Although it was challenging, I fell in love with outdoor running and found a running buddy in my friend Taylor.

Today, I run three to four times a week and typically clock 25 miles per week. I'll do five- to six-mile runs on a given day during the week, and on Saturdays I take advantage of the extra time and run eight to nine miles. When Im not running, I am in the gym doing weight training to help build muscle.

There were (and still are) days throughout my journey that I am *not* motivated to work out, especially on cold, rainy days. But when I'm not feeling motivated, I remind myself that I'm dedicated and committed to the whole journey, and that I will never regret a workout (or a healthy food choice). I also dont see working out as a chore; I view it as my time to push and work on myself.

When I first began losing weight, I wrote down my starting weight, which was 320 pounds. Then I wrote down a goal weight of 199 pounds. Then I wrote out all the months for the year, and wrote my goal weight for each month. This helped me see my journey on a month-to-month basis, and not as, oh my goodnessI have over 100 pounds to lose.

On average, my goal was to lose 10 pounds a month , and I surpassed my goal. (I lost an extra 30 pounds by the end of 2019!) I hung my weight-loss chart on my cork board next to my bed so I could see it every day and keep myself accountable. I have kept the paper to see how far I have come.

I created a new chart for 2020, but my goals are a little different this year. I emphasized how many miles I would like to run weekly, and I set a goal to run two half marathons and a full marathon this year.

I also dont weigh myself anymore on a scale. I cant tell you how many times I anxiously awaited weigh-in day to see how much I had lost the past week, and how disappointed I would be if I saw it stayed the same or even increased slightly, even though I was on track completely with my meals and exercise. Water weight and muscle really do affect the scale number. So now I have a different perspective on measuring progress. As much as I love to see the scale move, I really just tune into how my clothes fit these days.

I used to be a size-24 pant and a 3X shirt. Today, my size-10 jeans are a little baggy, and a medium-size shirt is even a little loose. My weight-loss journey has been one of the best investments. I cant even imagine where my health would be had I not made the lifestyle change. Yes, I did want to change my physical appearance, but what I was really focused on was wanting my husband and daughter to have a healthy wife and mom around for many more years.

My weight-loss journey has changed my life in so many ways. I wake up with a different kind of energy . I used to just roll out of bed and always felt so blah. Now I have my week planned, my workout schedule set, and my gym bag is packed the night before. I ran my first half marathon a couple weeks ago, came home and showered, and then went out to run errands for the rest of the day.

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3 fermented foods that will promote weight loss, keep your gut healthy (Image credit: Jason Leung/unsplash.com) 

New Delhi: In the recent years, fermented soy products such as miso, natto and tofu have been studied for health benefits. In fact, these foods are now increasingly available due to their potential benefits to health, including increased weight loss, better digestion and even improved immunity. Now, a study has linked consuming fermented soy products to a longer life.

Fermented soy products are very common in Asian countries like Japan. Basically, fermentation is a process involving the breakdown of sugars by bacteria and yeast. It is claimed that eating fermented foods using natural processes may boost beneficial bacteria or probiotics present in your gut. A healthy gut is essential whether youre trying to lose weight or improve health. So, adding fermented foods to your diet may be a great way to maintain weight.

Miso: A thick paste made by fermenting soybeans with salt and koji, a type of fungus. It is a common seasoning in Japanese cuisine, specifically miso soup - a flavourful dish that is traditionally served for breakfast. The condiment is high in protein, vitamins, and minerals that may help lower blood pressure, protect heart health and reduce the risk of cancer, although more human investigations are required. Research suggests that the probiotics in this food may treat symptoms of digestive problems, besides helping with weight loss.

Natto: It is a traditional staple of the Japanese diet made from fermented soybeans. The probiotic food is high in fibre that may promote bowel regularity and aid weight loss. Natto also contains high levels of protein and other essential nutrients like Vitamin K that plays a major role in the metabolism of calcium and bone health. Research suggests that the fermentation of natto produces nattokinase, an enzyme that may lower blood pressure and dissolve blood clots.

Tempeh: Like natto, tempeh is made from fermented soybeans and is a great meat alternative. It is high in probiotics that may help you lose fat fast by maintaining your gut health. Tempeh contains several nutrients that may act as antioxidants and boost health. For instance, a test-tube study found that tempeh has certain plant compounds that may help reduce the buildup of free radicals linked to chronic disease.

In addition to these beneficial probiotics and nutrients that can help your digestive tract run smoothly and boost overall health, fermented foods have a longer shelf-life. While fermented soy products are an excellent addition to your weight loss diet, its important that you talk to your doctor before adding soy to your meals if you have a food allergy.

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.

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Fitness booking company ClassPass released their annual awards.

Matthew Mellini and Kara Duval, winners of ClassPasss best instructor award / Photos provided

When it comes to fitness in this city, Boston goes bigbecause we dont like going home. Fitness instructors and studio owners are constantly upping their game to offer up the best of the best to gym rats and weekend warriors alike. So when it comes to awarding the top fitness instructors in the city, its hard to imagine picking just one.

Thats why the users of the fitness booking platform ClassPass did it for us.

Every year for the past five years, ClassPasswhere you can book and buy classes to studios and gyms across the cityawards the top male and female instructors in each city, from Ann Arbor to Honolulu. This year, they decided to add a category for best studio, and also handed out awards for special categories like best amenities, best staff, and most Instagrammable studio.

In Boston, it looks like the people have spoken and the best studio for 2019 is the Handle Bar, which continues to speak to the loyal following owner Jessica Fracalossi has built at her studios across the cityit was also a Best of Boston winner last year and has repeatedly won Boston magazines own readers poll. Best female instructor was awarded to pilates instructor Kara Duval from North End Yoga and the best male instructor is Matthew Mellini from R.E.P.S., who teaches cycling.

Last year, Colin Batty and Jessie Alegra took home the awards for best male and female instructor. But really, the fitness community in Boston isnt about competition, its about the communityand no matter who ends up on top, it took the support of a whole city for them to get there.

Mellini, who found out he had won the award while vacationing in Mexico, knows this. He tells me over the phone he has never found a community like the one at their studio in Jamaica Plain. Everybody is encouraging, he says. It doesnt matter whos the fittest or the fastest, and everyone is just there to push themselves.

If you want to get a little taste of what these instructors and studios have to offer, look no further than ClassPass itself or visit Kara Duvals Instagram for class updates and the R.E.P.S. site for Mellinis schedule.

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The equipment from the New Mexico State University Corbett Fitness Center is moving to Pinon Hall and is set to be exclusive to residents living in the dorm.

The vacant area will transition into an E-Sports lab.

According to Vice President of Student Success Renay Scott, the decision was made by multiple NMSU departments including Facilities and Services, Housing, Athletics, Student Success, ICT and Business and Finance, to introduce an E-Sports lab.

Once we identified opportunities in Corbett Center, a group of individuals determined the area that was formerly a fitness center was the best choice [for the lab], Scott said.

Executive Director of Health and Wellness at NMSU Lori McKee, oversees what happens to the fitness center. She said the decision for the lab to be in the fitness center space was so the lounge can be more of a focal point in Corbett Center.

The Vice President of Student Success was looking to find a central location for a new E-Sports lab, and they wanted it to be centrally focused where students hang out. They identified the place where our corporate fitness center as an optimal location for it. The fitness center area met their needs to facilitate that program, McKee said.

McKee said the new location is only going to be available to the residents of Pinon Hall, mainly due to security reasons.

Because of the security and of it being at a resident hall, they only wanted it to be accessible to those students that live in that hall, McKee said.

McKee acknowledged that this can be a determent to non-residential students, but said she believes the decision will be positive to freshmen students.

I think its an inconvenience in that all students dont like to go to the big gym and so the smaller gyms are a little bit quieter and more personable. But we did think it was a positive movement for the freshmen because it was moved to the freshmen dorm. So, they have that facility right there in their dormitory so they wouldnt be walking across campus at night to go to the big rec center as theyre gaining their bearings here in NMSU, McKee said.

According to McKee, the fitness center will occupy an unused classroom area in Pinon Hall with two rooms; one room for weights and another for cardio.

Scott said the plan is to put gyms into other dormitories at a later date.

I hope that having a small fitness center in Pinon and hopefully in other dorms in the future, that students would have access to exercise equipment during extended hours when the Aggie Fit Center is not open. Additionally, students may find it more convenient to have a small fitness in their dorm because it allows them to be closer to their living facility, Scott said.

While they considered other areas in Corbett for the E-Sports lab, such as Petes Place Computer Lab, McKee said they considered the usage in the computer lab too high compared to the fitness center.

Data from the fitness centers fiscal year between the months of July and December 2019 show a decrease from 1,061 people in August at peak, to 227 people in December.

Recent NMSU graduate Nicholas Arias, said he has been in both the AC and the Corbett Fitness Center. He said he doesnt agree with the decision to move the gym out of Corbett Center.

I thinks thats kind of a stupid idea. I mean granted, you have the AC which is pretty good. I think the AC is good for, you know, people who really want to be serious about it right. The Fitness Center was like the Planet Fitness of the gyms here, for good beginners. For that to be taken away is a little stupid. I think having those two things open so if say the AC was packed, I could just go to the one here on Corbett, Arias said.

The E-Sports lab in Corbett Center is set to open this spring semester. The opening of the fitness center in Pinon Hall has yet to be announced.

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