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Increase Your Gym Productivity

Posted by Peer Jack Mentors on March 14, 2018

There are many ways to stay active and healthy, but here are a few ways to stay productive and reach your goals at the gym!

Don’t spend half your time resting. Rest is important but be sure you’re keeping to avoid wasting time. I find it’s better to take longer breaks when lifting heavy meaning anywhere from 45 seconds to 2 minutes. Otherwise keep the time to a max of 1 minute, this really shocks the… Read more

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Tip Tuesday: Spring Break (on a budget)

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We are almost halfway through spring semester. You know what that means, spring break is coming up! Spring Break is the time to sit back, relax, and take a break from school. Sometimes spring break can be a little expensive, but here are 5 ways to have an amazing spring break without breaking your bank account.

Plan ahead: If you’re planning to go to Disneyland or take a spontaneous trip, plan ahead! Hotels and tickets may be sold out… Read more

Filed Under: Mentor Blog Posts, Tip Tuesday, Uncategorized

Fun Fact Friday!

Posted by Peer Jack Mentors on March 6, 2018

Fun Fact Friday…

So, it may not seem like it this year, but did you know that Flagstaff averages 108 inches of snow per year! That’s 9ft! 274.32 centimeters or 3 yards of snow. 

Brrr. That’s a lot of snow! Especially for those who haven’t experienced it before. So, stay bundled up and warm for when that shows up!

Tyler G.

Filed Under: Fun Fact Friday, Mentor Blog Posts

Weekend Adventure: Lockett Meadow

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Hello Weekend Adventurers!

Today we’re talking about one of the many incredible hikes in Flagstaff, this one being Lockett Meadow. At 3.5 miles this hike will surely get your daily exercise in, but these beautiful views are well worth it. This hike is also shaped into a loop to ensure you end up exactly where you began. Be aware this area is high elevation (just like all of… Read more

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Foodie Friday- Ramen With A Twist

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If there’s one thing true about living on a budget is that ramen is cheap. Really cheap. When you get sick of chicken, beef, and oriental flavor- check out this creative Ramen Alfredo recipe.

This and more creative ramen recipes that’ll spark your culinary taste buds can be found at www.budget101.com. 

  • 8 oz heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 packs ramen
  • salt and pepper to… Read more

Filed Under: Foodie Friday, Uncategorized

I Wish…

Posted by Peer Jack Mentors on

I wish I knew you I was in charge of my college education!

In high school, I remember my counselor very well. After all, she helped me figure out my next step in life: college. But before she helped with any of that, she strictly oversaw any and every class I took in high school. I took was she told me I needed to, to graduate high school. Now, I have an advisor, not a counselor, and I love… Read more

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