As finals are just around the corner, this is the time where many students begin to stress. Unfortunately, the freshman 15 is a real thing so the usual eating all night while studying shouldn’t be the habit you turn to. Instead here are the many things you can do to relieve your stress of finals!

1. Take a yoga class at Eppley Recreation Center.

It’s okay to not be flexible at all and still show up to this class like you own the place. It may be your first class but it certainly won’t be your last because after trying your hardest from the start it can only make you feel that much better.

2. Swim laps in the pool at Eppley Recreation Center.

Swimming might sound like a bad idea in this cold weather but there really isn’t anything like it! Being able to relax and think all while you are working out is such an amazing and relaxing way to relieve your stress.

3. Get a massage at the Health Center.

Getting a massage at the health center might be the last thing that you would think of to do their but it surely can help. They know exactly what they are doing and depending on your health insurance, it may be completely free of charge!

4. Go into D.C. and take a spin class.

Of course you may not have time to do this one, but if you get the chance, taking a high intensity workout class for a short amount of time can make you feel better than you have in an extremely long time. The instructors truly know how to hype up the class making you want to come back as soon as you possibly can.

5. Lastly, go to Sweetgreen and buy yourself a delicious salad!

I for one am not a huge salad eater, but after trying Sweetgreen, I have never been happier. The options are endless and even though it’s delicious, you know deep down inside that you aren’t ruining everything you just happened to work off.

So after your done spending your time working out and eating healthy food, it’s time to get back to cracking down and studying. But make sure you study for all your exams one step at a time and stay calm. Finals are supposed to test how much information you retained from taking the course but nothing good will ever come from overwhelming yourself. Just relax, breathe, and smile and before you know it you will be back in your own bed for weeks on end begging for classes to start up again.