Author: Rian Evans

Seasonal Affective Disorder, more commonly known by its acronym SAD, is perhaps most easily (and literally) described as a form of seasonal depression.

It happens every single year without fail: Gyms across the country are overwhelmed with New Year’s resolutionists, beginning their “I’m really going to do it this time” workout routines bright and early January 1.

Alright, it’s time to go after one nutrition myth and one exercise myth that have really been ticking me off.

Binging on drugs or alcohol is a horrible thing. It can wreck lives and destroy families. Given these harsh realities, I conclude that substance abuse is far too heavy a topic for a guy like me to write about.

What man wouldn’t want more stamina, girth, rigidity and just more all-around sexual prowess? Hell, most partners wouldn’t mind their man having some improvements in these areas as well.

The Healthy U Wellness Challenge is still going strong. The challenge, designed to both educate students and improve their overall health, is now up to 234 participants and 23 teams.

Campus Rec’s Healthy U Wellness Challenge continued last week with an event aimed at educating students on proper exercise safety, along with proper use of various equipment and gear.

In my time at the Vanguard thus far, I’ve done my best to provide the Portland State student body with information regarding all the new and exciting stuff with which our very own Campus Rec provides us on a seemingly endless basis.

I’m back with another gym guide! Today’s topic: the importance of goal-setting and tracking progress.

Is there anyone who hasn’t fantasized about engaging in some real-life swordplay?

I know I need not even mention, but Portland does things different from many other places.