Wellbeing

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Okay everyone. Let’s head over to the McLane Student Life Center here at Baylor to hear from Jack. He’s a junior double majoring in marketing and finance with a minor in film and digital media. He’s up next to talk about all the ways he stays healthy and the services Baylor offers to help keep him well. Over to you, Jack. Take it away.

Thanks Alex… Hey y’all, I’m so excited that I get to tell you all about Baylor’s incredible Student Life Center, or the SLC for short as we like to call it here on campus. The SLC is a 156,000 square foot recreation center, home to all things fitness, sports, and wellness. Their motto is “A Place for All Students,” and that’s really what it is, a place for everyone to learn, try new things, live actively, and lead healthy lives. There are so many awesome amenities, like the 53 ft free standing rock wall at the center of the building or 13 ft tall bouldering wall. This is also where you’ll find four indoor full-size basketball/volleyball courts, racquetball, squash and walleyball courts, an indoor track perfect for walking or jogging and our three-level weight training and fitness center. Just outside of the lap pool and lazy river is where you’ll find my favorite spot on campus, the sand volleyball courts. Growing up in a small beach town, the sand volleyball club has been my little piece of home away from home. Not only has the sand volleyball club been my escape from a rigorous class and work load but it has also provided me with opportunities to meet some of my best friends. This semester, I also participated in some really fun fitness classes that are offered through the SLC. Students can sign up for classes like, yoga, kickboxing, spinning, F45 crossfit training, and a bunch of other cool classes. I love these classes because they are taught by instructors who really want to help you succeed, try new things, step out of your comfort zone, and most of all have fun. I won’t lie when I tell you I was pretty nervous to try my first spin class, but I showed up with some friends, the instructor got me set up on the bike, and I got super pumped for the class. She played the best music, everyone was jamming out having a good time, and before I knew it, I had biked for an hour.  If you’re looking to get outside and soak up the sun then Baylor has got you covered as well with the outdoor basketball and tennis courts. Something that really stood out to me when I got to Baylor was how much everyone cared about me and my wellbeing. From professors reaching out, my academic advisor keeping me on track, and all of my friends checking in, I feel like I am truly a part of a big family — the Baylor Family. Not only has the University provided so many options for fun and fitness, but they also have some incredible resources focused on health and wellness. On the 2nd floor of the SLC is where you’ll find the health center, pharmacy, physical therapy, and massage therapy.  I know that whether I am missing home, struggling in a class, or just need to blow off some steam, I can come to the SLC to feel better. From the staff in the health and counseling centers all the way to the sand volleyball courts, I know that I am cared for here on campus.  Well, that’s all that I’ve got and I hope to see y’all soon, now back to you, Alex.

Jack….that was great. Good for you for trying something new with that spin class! Those classes are no joke, and it’s great to hear about Baylor’s emphasis on wellness, because that absolutely contributes to academic success. Thanks again, Jack. Take care.