The start of a semester can bring fresh opportunities, and a little bit of stress. Through the whirlwind of navigating your classes, diving into the courseload and settling into your academic journey, it’s easy to forget to pause and prioritize yourself. This fall, Beach Balance is inviting students to nurture their health at Wellness at The Beach!

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Here at the Student Wellness & Recreation (SRWC), inclusivity is a core value, and we work hard to create an environment where every student feels welcome and supported throughout the facilities and programs. We are committed to promoting inclusivity in everything we do, and we encourage students to embrace it as well.

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As the end of the semester draws near, it’s important to be aware of your chance to claim one of Long Beach State University (LBSU)’s most honored prizes by the end of spring semester! For the 15th anniversary, the Owen’s Condition for Tuition (OCFT) is back to gift one lucky student FREE undergraduate tuition for the next fall semester.

Read more: You Could Be Our Next Winner!

Beach Balance is so excited to host our first-ever book club starting on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at the SRWC East Lawn! We will be reading “Emotional Agility” by Dr. Susan David, a guide on how to navigate our emotions and thrive in our personal and professional development.

Read more: Beach Balance First Ever Book Club

College life can be stressful. Between classes, exams, working a part-time job, and trying to maintain a social life, your mental and physical health might be overlooked. Beach Balance is thrilled to announce that we will be launching peer-lead wellness coaching at the Student Recreation & Wellness Center (SRWC).

Read more: Your Path to A Balanced Mind: How Wellness Coaching Can Transform Your Life

It is getting cooler outside, and it is finally sweatshirt weather! This is an important and friendly reminder that wearing sunscreen is crucial even on cloudy days as we go into midterm season to finish out the Fall semester. All daytime visitors to the SRWC Aquatics Center should be wearing sunscreen! Did you know that a study by the National Library of Medicine (NIH) shows up to 80% of ultraviolet rays can penetrate even through cloud coverage? In another study conducted by NIH, UV rays can cause long-term skin damage, including premature aging and an increased risk of skin cancer, regardless of the weather.

Read more: Always wear your sunscreen!

Whether you are looking for a place to relax, soak in some sun, get some exercise, or swim, the Student Recreation & Wellness Center (SRWC) Aquatics Center is a must visit location on campus. The heated swimming pool is a gathering place for friends to try out the various activities the Aquatics Center offers.

Read more: Dive In: The SRWC Aquatics Center

Flexibility and mobility go hand in hand. The more flexible you are, the greater mobility you can achieve. For that reason, it is important to train for flexibility to increase mobility and achieve a greater overall range of motion in your workouts. You may ask, “What is the difference between flexibility and mobility?” What differentiates flexibility from mobility is that flexibility focuses on the ability of the muscle to stretch as far as possible. Mobility is restricted by limited muscle flexibility, which prevents complete joint articulation.

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Beach Balance is a welcoming space for everyone to relax their mind, body and spirit.

Read more: Relax, Recharge and Reconnect at Beach Balance

Yoga is one of the most effective disciplines proven to stimulate the human body and mind positively. This peaceful exercise brings many benefits, so it is necessary to use it as frequently as possible. In its purest form, yoga is an excellent way of improving one’s health while attaining mental focus.

Read more: The Holistic Power of Yoga

At Rock & Outdoor Adventures (ROA), we offer a diverse range of camping and outdoor trips. Our experienced trip leaders handle all the details allowing you to focus on the adventure.

Read more: How to Prepare for a Camping Trip

The start of a new school year means another shot at being crowned an Intramural Champion! Intramural sports allow our students and alumni to stay active and compete with friends on campus. Our fun leagues are open to all skill levels, and we offer a variety of sports! This semester, you have another chance at becoming a champion due to our new Pickleball League!

Read more: Become the First Pickleball Champion in Intramural League history!