By Joshua Bray While back-to-back deaths of professional boxers have focused on the dangers of the sport, a Lubbock gym is highlighting the importance of responsible coaching and fighter safety. On July 23, professional boxer Maxim Dadashev died due to a brain injury sustained during his Maryland boxing match four days prior, according to the […]
Tech Students Making Massive Gains
December 9, 2016 by
Lifting weights and staying healthy can be more than just a hobby. For some Texas Tech students, it is a lifestyle. Bodybuilding, exercising to increase muscle size and and strength, is more than just lifting weights day and night. For serious body builders, it is a juggling act between training, school, dieting and trying to […]
Pole Dancing: Not Just for Strippers
November 17, 2015 by
By Kameron Court Those who are willing to give the pole a whirl, without looking for extra cash, may find some unexpected benefits. Pole dancing, the newest trendy workout, spikes curiosity and stands out from the typical gym classes. Cheryl Bushey, a 20-year veteran of the dance and fitness world, has been teaching pole-dancing classes at her […]
Fit Is Chic
February 5, 2014 by
The last time I went to the Texas Tech Recreational Sports Center the majority of the people around me looked miserable. One guy on the stairmaster was huffing and puffing while the girl across the way looked as if she was training for the Olympics — unwillingly. Many people view fitness as something that’s a […]
Not Your Mama's Curves
December 23, 2013 by
Curves, a womens’ only workout facility in Lubbock, has always had a reputation of being for older women. The local owner is trying to change that. Pattie McMillan, the owner of Curves in Lubbock, told us that Curves is a franchise workout facility that focuses on low impact, circuit workouts that can be done in […]
West Texas Takes On Turkey Trot
December 2, 2013 by
Shannon Canning, a 41-year-old, stay-at-home mother of two, said she enjoys getting out with her family and celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday in a not so traditional way. Canning said she and her family took part in the turkey trot, put on by the West Texas Running Club, for their second time. While Canning’s oldest daughter, […]
Shake What Yo Mama Gave Ya!
November 8, 2013 by
Shakira was right. Hips do not lie. Especially the ones that showed up to ‘Tech Can Zumba’ at the Robert H. Ewalt Student Recreation Center on Thursday night. The annual canned food drive is a zumba event that is open to the Lubbock community. Participants were asked to bring two canned goods to donate to […]
A New Kind Of Rave
October 9, 2013 by
Did you miss the yoga rave on Sunday? If you’re a fan of exercise, loud music and bright lights, this is the workout for you. Check out the video below to find out more!
SSF: Persevere, Persevere, Persevere.
April 1, 2013 by
Summer is upon us, and we’re finally on the downhill slope for this semester. We have a lot to look forward to, such as warm weather, shorts and tank tops, and hanging out by the pool. You’ll even get to wear that new bikini you just bought! That is, assuming you even want to. So […]
