Midterms
are nobody’s friend. In fact, they’re really an enemy. They cause us to stress
out, loose sleep and sometimes go crazy. It’s a season that everyone dreads and
we beg to be over. During this time, most of us fall off our exercise schedules
and some even turn to comfort foods to unwind (guilty!). I know I’m not alone
on this, but when that happens to me, I feel even worse!
This
midterm season, I’ve tried to stick to going to the gym a couple times a week.
One of my favourite stress-relieving activities is swimming. For those of you
who don’t have a gym membership, this is a perfect choice because you don’t
need one! The Memorial Pool is open to all students and there’s plenty of recreational
swim time throughout the day to accommodate your study schedule (check out the
pool sched here!). I love swimming because it works every muscle in my
body without having to set a foot in the gym! I’ve been swimming since I was
kid and I have fond memories of my years on the summer swim team at my local
pool. I’ve teamed up with a friend from those formative years who conveniently
goes to McGill and we head to the pool every Friday afternoon. The routine and
company is awesome and it makes it easier to keep each other motivated. It’s a
great break from the books and adds a social aspect to exercise. The pool lanes
are divided based on speed (slow, medium, fast) and it’s a relaxed atmosphere,
which is just what I need during midterms. A huge plus is that there’s no time
limit! The machines in the gym are restricted to 30 minutes, but you have the
stamina to swim for two hours, go for it!
Next time
you need a break from studying, grab your swimsuit and a friend and head to the
pool.
P.S. Don’t
forget your goggles!
- Martlet
Girl
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