The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

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Heart Beat: Effective cardio for those short on time

January 1, 2014

By Rachel Gallego  Health Columnist A newly fitting alternative to prolonged cardio training is known as high intensity interval training, or HIIT. For those of you who think that there is not enough time to exercise in the day, then this short-duration exercise may be the answer. HIIT consists...

Extended edition: Lets start the GMO conversation

Extended edition: Let’s start the GMO conversation

January 1, 2014

By Katalina Lawrence  Staff Writer  Students at CSUSM have the right to know what they are consuming, and building awareness of GMO’s implications can save lives. As a young person I live life on the go, just like many of my peers. When you are a college student it is hard to focus on every little...

Waves wash away stress

Waves wash away stress

January 1, 2014

By Gloria Magallanes  Staff Writer  Surfing is a popular sport in California, and many don’t realize that it can also be used as a way to enjoy nature, relax and release tension in the body. Some of the health benefits of surfing include cardiovascular fitness and strengthening of the body’s...

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