By Yera Nanan |Staff Writer| Many are not aware of preventative knowledge that can keep their hearts healthy. The American Heart Association (AHA) is an association dedicated to providing beneficial information to the public about heart and stroke disease. The AHA has raised billions of dollars for research and medical breakthroughs. Their Heart and Stroke Statistics for 2017 address provides eye-opening, concerning information about the current state of heart-related issues across the globe. Cardiovascular disease is not only the leading cause of death in the United States but in the world as well, taking more than 17.3 million victims in 2003. The death rate for this disease … [Read more...] about Battling premature heart disease
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Rec Center features rock climbing fitness
By Jessica Bracamontes |Staff Writer| The rock climbing wall in the Student Recreation and Fitness Center offers students a chance to test their athletic abilities while providing health benefits. The wall is 34 feet high and has a width of 1,000 square feet. It is open to all CSUSB students. Those brave enough to scale the wall will reap plenty of health benefits such as weight loss and increased muscle tone. Climbing wall staff member David Dysart explained how climbing is good exercise for students to take advantage of since it’s here on campus. “It is a full body workout. It’s very similar to swimming in a way,” said Dysart. “You’re working out your entire muscle … [Read more...] about Rec Center features rock climbing fitness