Nutrition and fitness

Important tips to support healthy nutritional habits in college

  • Support any friends dealing with an eating disorder
  • Find healthy options in the cafeteria
    • The Balanced Way
  • There are 2 nutritionists on Temple’s campus for your service
  • Eat with people and eat slowly
  • Try to eat every color of the rainbow in a day

College Nutrition Facts

  • 20% of college students struggle with some sort of eating disorder
  • Although many freshmen do not gain the “15 pounds”, several students gain 4 pounds the first 12 weeks of school

Resources

Sodexo Nutritionist, Julie Rhule
215-204-5372
julie.rhule@sodexo.com

Student Health Services Nutritionist, Lori
1810 Liacouras Walk
4th Floor (066-04)
215-204-7500

HEART – Wellness Resource Center
Lower Level Mitten Hall
215-204-8436

Tuttleman Counseling Services
1810 Liacouras Walk, 5th Floor
215-204-7276
http://www.temple.edu/studentaffairs/counseling/

8 Ways to Eat Healthy in College

The Food Pyramid Explained

Eating Disorder Info

BEST PACKAGED FOODS - Eat healthy foods- take along this list of the most nutritional packaged items for your body next time you head to the supermarket

Help a Friend

  • HOW TO BE: Friends may show symptoms of eating disorders, including eating alone, eating at strange times, eating large portions, or barely eating anything at all.  It may be difficult to bring ask a friend if they are having trouble eating.  Remember to be supportive and sympathetic. 
  • RESOURCES: HEART, SHS, Tuttleman Counseling
  • SUPPORT YOURSELF: Do not get angry at yourself if your friend does not want to get help or does not think they have a problem. 

fitness

Important tips to support healthy fitness habits in college

  • Avoid stress eating
  • 30 minutes of moderate cardio activity 5 times a week is a great way to keep your body moving and in good shape
  • Weight training does more than make your body “look good”.  It helps increase metabolism, reduces stress, strengthens bones, and releases endorphins! (LIVESTRONG.com)

College Fitness Facts

  • In fact, 23% of respondents reported that juggling work and school created the most stress in their lives.
  • To deal with everyday stress, 25% of college students turn to exercise.
  • Exercise and diet play a vital role in maintaining overall wellness for college students. The majority of respondents, 51%, reportedly exercise three or more times a week, with approximately 40% exercising at a fitness club or facility. (Experience 2006 Wellness Poll)

Resources

Fitness options on campus
TUF and IBC
Click here to see the current group fitness schedule
The pool at Pearson-McGonigle
Intramurals
Club Sports

Help a Friend

  • HOW TO BE: Sometimes it just helps to have someone to work out with. Maybe you want to go for a swim, maybe a quick game of tennis or basketball. Being active can help when feeling stressed, bummed, bored, or highly energetic. Good thing about going with a friend is that you both benefit!
  • RESOURCES: Check the links above for where to work out.                 
  • SUPPORT YOURSELF: If you have other concerns about your friend and they are not willing to take action with your support and encouragement, feel free to stop by our office so we can review the matter together.