If you are new to college, you've probably heard of the Freshman 15. Sadly, in my case it was the Freshman 30ish. ERRRRRR. It's so easy to gain... and so hard to lose. If you are struggling with your weight, here are some places for you to get help that are relatively inexpensive.
If you are like me, and prefer to get advice anonymously, try the MedlinePlus page on Weight Control. They link out to articles about health, statistics, and even clinical trials.
If you need a little more hands-on help, you should try the Exercise and Nutrition Services at the Rec Center. You can work out hardcore on the machines, with weights, or in group exercise classes. Or if you want some personal help, you can talk to a personal trainer or have a nutritional consolation.
The Rec isn't the only place to get some nutritional help; Lafene Health Center offers it too. They offer such helpful services as individualized nutritional counseling, metabolic testing, and links to good resources like athletic supplements and body image.
If all else fails, look at something gross. The blog This is Why You're Fat allows people to upload real pictures of food they are eating or just made. Like the Fool's Gold Loaf Sandwich a couple of pages in. Eww.
-- T. Coleman
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