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The ins and outs of cycling in Amherst

In preparation for the warmer weather, these services and riding paths in the area offer assistance for a plethora of biking needs.

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Central Rock Gym a fun way to get in your exercise

If you are sick of treadmills, rock climbing at Central Rock Gym is a fun new way to squeeze your cardio and strength work into one exercise routine.

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Diet the right way with simple tricks

It’s easy to get carried away and try to lose weight in a dangerous way. Follow these tips to get healthy for summer without any crash dieting.

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Local trails a refreshing change of pace

The 11-mile Norwottuck Rail Trail offers a peaceful getaway sure to get your mind out of your studies, albeit temporarily.

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Get in shape for spring without leaving campus

Collegian Columnist Kaitlyn Bidga teaches advice on how to get in shape for vacation without leaving school.

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10 Tips: Beat the winter blues with simple tips

The cold winter months leave many people depressed and lethargic, but if you follow these simple suggestions, you’ll have the blues beat in no time.

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Survival of the fittest: Local gyms fight to compete with UMass Rec Center

Gyms like The Leading Edge and Planet Fitness have been forced to make some big changes in order to compete with the UMass Rec Center. While no one will be going to the Edge anymore, Planet Fitness claims to have benefited from the change.

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2010 Winter Olympics provides golden memories

After lifetimes of practice, years of preparation and 16 days filled with moments of glory and disappointment, the 21st Winter Olympic Games are over. Held in Vancouver, Canada, there were many remarkable moments of the games, some of which will remain in the record books for years, while others will be long forgotten by the time the winter games are held again in four years in Sochi, Russia.

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In sickness or in health insurance

What sort of world do we live in where a mature, pretty and leggy blond woman has to create a website to find a husband? A world where healthcare is a growing problem for millions. Terri Carlson, a 45-year-old divorced mother, took to the Internet to form Willmarryforhealthinsurance.com to find a husband that could give her health insurance, putting love on the back burner for now.

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Free classes, great workouts: nine exercise classes you should be taking

Exercise routines can become dull and predictable as we engage in the uniform two-mile treadmill run or 30 minutes on the elliptical. If you’re getting bored of your predictable workout routine, then it’s time to do something about it. Make exercise enjoyable and fun as you dance, kick, spin or crunch your way to a fit body. Last semester, the University of Massachusetts opened its $50-million Recreation Center, along with nine sweat-inducing fitness classes.

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