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Video Game Offers Exercise Opportunities

By Holleigh Patterson/Staff Writer | June 18

Walk into a house full of college students, or better yet, any age from five to 99.The voices in the room might be screaming "Hole in one!" or "Strike!"However, these people are not playing actual games of golf and bowling.They are using the Wii gaming system, Nintendo's newest invention.Dr. David Pascoe, professor of kinesiology, said he believes that video games can be beneficial to the user's health depending on if the user treats it as a workout or not."Some video games are just entertaining.

Alex Jenkins, a junior in pre-pharmacy, and Luke Phaff, a junior in pre-pharmacy do leg throwdowns in PHED 1200, "Boot Camp." Austin Nelson/Associate Photo Editor
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Boot Camp Class Helps Students Stay Fit Over Summer

By Holleigh Patterson/Staff Writer | June 11

Summer is finally here, the time of rest and relaxation. For most students, this means two months away from class and the gym.Although students want to keep the weight off, some find it hard to stay motivated during the break.Jared Russell, assistant professor of kinesiology at Auburn, understands this more than most people."Over the break, everyone's friends leave them," Russell said.

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Five Guys Burgers Open For Business

By Holleigh Patterson/Staff Writer | June 1

Fresh, never frozen.In a world where this may not be the motto of most hamburger chains, this is the approach that Five Guys Burgers and Fries has taken.Located on College Street in the heart of downtown Auburn, Five Guys Burgers and Fries opened its doors locally May 22."Customer service and food quality are our highest priorities," Len Cerasoli, franchise owner of Five Guys Burgers and Fries in Auburn, said.

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