Our York 10k 2024 team: introducing Patrick
There’s just one month to go until the big day! We’d like to introduce you to another member of our team running for our alumni-funded scholarships. Anyone connected to York St John can join...
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Our York 10k 2024 team: introducing Sally
With less than two months to go until the York 10k 2024, we’d like to introduce you to the team running for our alumni-funded scholarships. Anyone connected to York St John can join our...
Strength training for runners!
By Martin Bond, YSJ Active Development Officer Although it might sound obvious, most people associate training for running with doing running. This is true to a certain extent, and getting in the mileage is...
Calculating Calories
By Martin Bond, YSJ Active Development Officer Consuming calories is a fundamental part of survival. Everyone needs a certain number of calories to maintain their current weight, this is known as Basal Metabolic Rate....
York St John Boat Club: 170 years on
Established in 1852, York St John University’s Boat Club is our oldest sports club. The Boat Club has changed a lot over the years, including changing its name from the Rowing Club and back...
Protein is key for runners!
By Martin Bond, YSJActive Development Officer Most people associate running with the need for carbohydrates. This is true to a certain extent, as these will be the main source of energy to get you...
Life After Graduation
The months after graduation can be both an exciting and difficult time. You may be going through a lot of changes or experiencing a new direction. Sometimes you might be tempted to compare yourself...