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Male student with YSJ polo shirt with squat racks in the foreground. He is squatting with a barbell in the university strength and conditioning studio.

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...

Positive and motivational quote in the gym.

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...

Member of YSJActive staff supervising a runner on a treadmill in the university gym.

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...

Graduates at York St John University

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...