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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Photo of a row of treadmills lined up against the wall.

Paulson Center opens first batch of athletic facilities

A fencing room, wrestling studio, squash courts and locker rooms have all opened, but students will have to wait for access to the pool, jogging track and basketball courts.
Adrianna Nehme and Carmo Moniz March 28, 2023

Long-awaited sports facilities at NYU’s Paulson Center are now available for use, two months after the building’s academic and residential spaces first opened their doors....

An illustration of a person, seen from the knees down, walking while wearing black heeled boots and blue jeans against a gray background.

Opinion: In praise of the Hot Girl Walk

The No. 1 thing to take advantage of in New York City is your own two feet.
Alexandra Cohen, Deputy Opinion Editor April 13, 2022

I was recently gifted an Apple Watch, which means I have been forced to adopt a new personality to overcompensate for the not-so-chic addition to my wrist that peer-pressures me...

(Illustration by Sophia Di Iorio)

Monday Musings: On Colin Kaepernick, Harden’s Heroics and the Internet’s Favorite NBA Player

Our sports editor tackles what is happening — or rather, not happening — with Colin Kaepernick and the NFL, the conundrum that is James Harden and Alex Caruso, the Lakers’ cult hero.
Bela Kirpalani, Sports Editor December 2, 2019

Don’t Forget About Colin Kaepernick In case you missed it, ex-NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick had a 40-minute workout with eight NFL teams last month. Despite being out of...

On October 29, NYU Strength and Conditioning posted a video of a student doing high velocity contractions on Instagram that garnered 57k views and went viral on other platforms as well. (via Instagram @nyu_strength)

‘Man, I’m Going to Be a Meme’: The Story Behind the NYU Swimmer That Went Viral for His Workout

After NYU Strength and Conditioning posted a video of NYU swimmer Nathan Huot doing an odd-looking exercise, it was picked up and made viral by popular Instagram accounts like Complex and Barstool Sports.
Bela Kirpalani, Sports Editor November 15, 2019

NYU swimmer Nathan Huot can now consider himself internet famous. The CAS sophomore was featured in an Instagram video, participating in an uncommon exercise in which he lays horizontal...

A man recieves a FaceGym facial. A skin treatment supposed to be a "workout for your face". (Photo by Tomer Keysar)

Face the Facts: Face Gym Is Too Expensive

“It’s not a facial. It’s a workout.”
Teresa Zhang, Contributing Writer March 5, 2019

Students who grind at the gym may live by the motto, never skip leg day. But what about face day? While there are workouts created to target many different areas of the body,...

A student works out at 404 Fitness on campus. (Photo by Angelica Kurtz)

Change up Your Workout at These Affordable Places Near Campus

Don’t sweat over getting the most bang for your buck at a workout.
Taylor Jeffries, Staff Writer February 22, 2019

Keep running into people you know at the NYU gyms? There’s a solution. Around campus, there are cost-effective workout spots that can provide the same results without the awkward...

Dyanna Fleites-Cruz tries on a homemade face-mask, NYU also has many option for local retail facials.

Fancy Facials for a Fresh Face

Because your skin deserves it.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer February 19, 2019

Start of the semester got you down? Weather that won’t make up its mind affecting your skin? Just need some self-care? All of the above? We’ve got you. Give your skin the...

For a student athlete, the contents of their bag determines their daily success.

What’s In My Bag: NYU Student-Athletes

Diana King, Contributing Writer February 6, 2017
Ever wondered what's in an athlete's bag? Check it here.
Bikes are available at most NYU residence halls and buildings around campus, making both exercise and transportation easily accessible and free.

Sweat for Free in NYC

Camille Larkins, Staff Writer October 17, 2016
Now you have no excuse to skip working out — check out all of these free exercise classes on campus.
Palladium is one of many workout facilities that NYU offers to its students.

Where Are You Working Out at NYU?

Ashley Arnold, Staff Writer September 6, 2016
A preview of the best spots to stay in shape on campus.

Be Fit and Fashionable This Fall

Mihika Agarwal, Contributing Writer September 6, 2016
Roundup of the hottest workout gear to get you back in the gym and looking great.

The Weekend: November 6-8

Linda Yang, Staff Writer November 4, 2015
A budget-friendly guide to your weekend