Allen Fleming ’24 is the current team leader of the personal training team and has been a part of the RecWell community since his sophomore year. Growing up, Fleming found himself enveloped in the world of cross country and quickly made up his mind to continue his path of fitness into college.

Through this passion and dedication, he sought to continue his path of fitness by becoming a personal trainer, specializing in cardio and resistance training. Through his time spent at RecWell, Fleming found interest in training himself as well as others. Last April, Fleming set a goal to compete in a powerlifting competition in the fall. This fall, Fleming reached his goal and received first place in the under 90 kilos, ages 20-23 division at the competition.

The interest in competing at a powerlifting competition sparked Fleming last November, and he began training for the event in April 2023.

Fleming spent 20 weeks preparing for the competition and went into it with the mindset of gaining experience and trying something new.
Once competition day arrived, Fleming recalls the environment as being 鈥渙ne of the most positive atmospheres I have ever been in.”

Fleming added, “I think it鈥檚 an interesting component of fitness-based sports because everyone is competing with each other, but they are also competing against their own standard at the same time.鈥�

Admittedly, he walked into the event nervous, and credits Victoria Hagen, his friend and RecWell personal training coworker, for keeping him grounded in the loud and intense atmosphere of a powerlifting competition.

Fleming鈥檚 nerves quickly dissolved into adrenaline-filled enjoyment after his first lift. Fleming ended the competition placing first in his division. He credits RecWell with creating a positive work environment, which allowed him to carry that mindset into his experience at the powerlifting competition.

Fleming is currently on the accelerated track in the physical therapy program here at 乱伦视频.

鈥淭he combination of my academics feeding into my job, feeding into my hobby has given me a wealth of knowledge that I can also pair with firsthand experience,鈥� he said.

Fleming will continue to train and pursue this newfound passion of his and plans to compete again in the future.

Josie McWhorter ’24 has been involved with RecWell and intramural sports since her sophomore year and has since earned the role of team leader. At the beginning of this year, McWhorter visited the University of Georgia where she participated in a regional officiating workshop for flag football.

The fast paced, two-day workshop was filled with classes and hands-on experience on refereeing for flag football. As one of seven female participants in her class of 35, McWhorter honed skills that have not only helped her on 乱伦视频鈥檚 fields but also in leading the rest of the intramural sports team here at RecWell.

As a part of intramural sports, refereeing was not new to McWhorter, yet the training program sharpened her skills and knowledge so that she was able to come back to 乱伦视频 and train her staff. McWhorter viewed the officiating workshop as an opportunity to show her team here at 乱伦视频 that it is okay to be in uncomfortable situations. 鈥淚 wanted to show up and show out for my staff.鈥�

McWhorter credits her experience refereeing flag football at 乱伦视频 and her time with RecWell with her ability to communicate with both players and fans effectively while developing the confidence to do so.

After the workshop, McWhorter carries the knowledge that she learned not only into her own refereeing endeavors but also with her staff at RecWell.

“While refereeing, you hear things that you should not, and you should not have to put up with it either. This year, we have been better at holding ourselves and each other accountable. We have been able to enjoy our jobs more,” she said.

McWhorter continues her referee training and plays on the women鈥檚 club rugby team. She notes that she has found that her cross-training has not only made her a more skilled referee but also has given her a deeper understanding of being a more mindful player on the field. 鈥淭he confidence that I鈥檝e gotten from refereeing as well as the confidence I鈥檝e gotten from playing helps to make me better.鈥�

McWhorter is currently on track to graduate in the spring with a degree in exercise science, and a plan to be a physical therapist for spinal cord injury patients and amputees.

鈥淢y interest wasn鈥檛 born out of my being athletic, however, my academics and my education inform one another 鈥� like a cycle,” she said.

Going into the 2022-2023 season, Esworthy, the current vice president and assistant captain of the team, was unsure if the team was set up for success. He and Eagan Callahan 鈥�23, the club president at the time, took matters into their own hands last summer, scheduling practices and games and hiring a new head coach.

Despite beginning the season with a losing streak, resulting in the team being placed last, the entire season turned around after Winter Break. In the 2023 portion of the regular season, the team was undefeated, which secured them the final spot in the playoffs, a feat the club had never accomplished.

In their first playoff game, 乱伦视频 Club Hockey, the eight seed, played against St. Joseph鈥檚, the number one seed in the tournament. The game had an incredible turnout, with more than 200 乱伦视频 students, staff, faculty, and community members in attendance to cheer on the Phoenix.

鈥淧layoffs were way more way more exciting than the regular season. The energy was there; the atmosphere was different. We felt like we had something to play for,” Esworthy said.

Although the odds were against them, the 乱伦视频 team played a fantastic game, pulling out a 3-2 win. Simply making the playoffs was an unlikely achievement for this year鈥檚 team, and the upset of St. Joseph鈥檚 was the biggest win in the club鈥檚 history.

Their season has since concluded with a loss in the second round, but the team is already preparing for next year. Club members constantly recruit new players that contribute to the team鈥檚 sense of community. Team members come from different backgrounds, have varying experience levels, study across many departments, and are involved in various Greek and non-Greek organizations on campus. Esworthy is the incoming team president and captain and has high hopes for the upcoming season.

If you are interested in joining the team, please get in touch with Mason Esworthy at聽jesworthy@elon.edu

With intramural sports, students can play recreational sports with their peers, roommates, greek organizations or even strangers. Campus Recreation &聽Wellness offers 20 different sports on the intramural level, which consists of individual, dual and team sport leagues as well as one-day tournaments. Students sign up together and play against other teams at 乱伦视频.

Aside from allowing students to be active and have fun with friends, intramural sports have positively contributed to campus life at 乱伦视频. Participants and student employees feel part of a community through their involvement in intramural sports.

鈥淚 love working for intramurals because I can be a part of a place that fosters community and healthy competition between students,鈥� said Noah Levine 鈥�23, intramural sports official.

Forming their own teams allows students to make the entire experience their own. Regardless of whether students have played the sport before, they are welcome to join an intramural team.

Many students reconnect with sports from their pasts through intramurals, as it is a low-stakes way to get involved without the time commitment of club sports.

After taking a break from volleyball during high school, Katie Piller 鈥�23 began playing again through intramural sports, participating in indoor 6s volleyball and 4s sand volleyball.

鈥淚t was great becoming closer friends with my sisters who played on the Intramural team, and I loved that other members came to games and cheered us on,鈥� Piller said.

Intramural sports foster teamwork and communication both on the field and behind the scenes. The officials聽who make intramural sports possible are quite a close-knit team of their own.

鈥淚ntramurals have brought me a lot of new friendships that I know I can rely on. It鈥檚 a really safe space, and we always have a lot of fun. I love spending time working with Intramural Sports but also having the ability to be social! It truly has changed my 乱伦视频 Experience,鈥� said Hunter Salzberg 鈥�24, intramural sports official.

Registration for Intramural Block 4 opens on Monday, March 20. Sign up on IMLeagues until March 30, and follow along with the schedule to show the teams some support.

1. Bring a Healthy Lunch to Work

 By bringing a healthy lunch to work, you can avoid spending money and you will be able to know you are eating good food! Cafeterias and restaurants meals are often not as healthy as they might seem and can have a lot of added sugar and fats.

2. Walk During Breaks at Your Job

Find a nice sidewalk or trail by your place of employment. Take the time to de-stress during a long work day. It is a good mental break from work and a good way to burn some calories. Taking walks is an easy way to get started into a healthy fitness pattern.

3. Sign up for Workout Classes

So many fitness clubs have promotions and discounts for college students. These discounts are great and allow students to have gym memberships without breaking their bank. Taking workout classes are also a quick and easy way to get a good sweat in without putting much effort into planning.

4. Get a Workout Buddy

Accountability is key! Having someone who is always there to workout with you is helpful. Having a workout buddy is also good way to track progress and push each other to be the best you can be.

5. Find the Time

Finding time can be something that people struggle with most. Making health a priority is so important. Being able to be fit while juggling a busy schedule is a lifelong skill. Making time for fitness is also a good way to stay physically and mentally healthy throughout the summer.

By following these five tips, you will be able to have a fit, productive, happy summer!

Impact on Cognitive Functioning

1. Allows you to pay more attention in class
2. Boosts academic confidence
3. Increases oxygen flow to the brain

Impact on Productivity

1. Improves time management
2. More motivation after working out
3. Allows you to prioritize your day with exercise

How to Reduce Test Anxiety

1. Try exercising right before
2. Acts as a positive distraction
3. Helps to calm nerves

I always knew I wanted to be in a profession where I could help people. At the time, I didn’t realize everything that went into becoming a practicing RD. Most people don’t realize that you need a bachelor’s degree in nutrition and dietetics, complete a dietetic internship, pass an exam and THEN apply for your state's licensure to be eligible for hire.

My education started at a community college in upstate New York. I transferred to the University of North Carolina at Greensboro where I finished my bachelor’s egree. Soon after, I completed my dietetic internship through the University of Delaware. I began my journey at 乱伦视频 Dining almost exactly 3 years ago.

Traditionally, dietitians are employed in the clinical world, helping manage diseases and working with other health care professionals. This position is unique in that I’m in an environment with chefs and food service professionals and typically not working with people who have chronic diseases. Instead, I’m working to help students create healthy habits they can take with them after they leave 乱伦视频.

In this position, I work mostly in food service management and community-based nutrition. I analyze the menus for nutrition and allergen information, I work with students individually, create and implement health and wellness events and help to educate and train our associates.

The most important and most time-consuming part of my job is analyzing our menus. I make sure all of our menu items are transparent for our students. If you haven’t already noticed, we flag for the Top 8 allergens, provide calories and full ingredient listings, which can all be found on our website. Did you know that we have an allergy and a preference filter? If you choose to eat vegan or have an allergen, for example, you can quickly identify certain menu items.

Another important task is making sure I am constantly training and auditing our associates on the accuracy of nutrition and allergen information. I look for things like accurate ingredients, accurately measuring ingredients and the correct serving sizes. We also constantly train and educate our employees about the importance of minimizing cross-contamination, especially at made-to-order stations if a student makes a special request.

Another important part of my job is nutrition consults. For the most part, I typically meet with students who are on the meal plan and need help navigating the dining halls, specifically if they are new to 乱伦视频, have food allergies or intolerances, GI disorders, or just simply want to learn how to eat a balanced meal.

On a larger scale, I create and implement health and wellness events. This is probably my favorite part. I get to be creative, get out of the office, be nerdy and talk to students about a certain health and wellness topic I am passionate about. Typically, it’s a table with samples, an engaging activity and swag.

If you would like to know more information about any of the above or just want to sit and chat nutrition with me feel free to check out elondining.com or e-mail . I look forward to meeting you!