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Intensive conditioning strengthens softball team
By Bryce Romig
To gear up for the 2013 season, the softball team has tweaked their conditioning to get them ahead of the game. They have adapted their routines to help develop the muscles used in softball.
“This year is more specific to the muscles we use in softball. In the past, we’ve mainly just run,” said junior Caroline Cato.
After a winning season last year, they have pushed themselves even harder in their conditioning. Their coaches target more specific areas of muscle that will help them gain speed and agility.
“I didn’t expect the conditioning to be so intense this year. We focus a lot on our core and obliques now,” said freshman Lindsay Sparrow.
Veteran members have also noticed the step up in intensity this season.
“We engage our cores a lot to help us do things like round the bases faster,” said junior Morgan Harper.
With the upcoming season drawing closer, the length and frequency of the practices are also increasing.
“Tuesdays are strength days where we lift. Thursdays are cardio and agility. Saturdays are a mixture of both with hitting in the cages at the end,” said Cato. “We condition for two hours, three days a week,” she added.
Many new freshmen have joined the team, and are taking to the newly improved conditioning well.
“In my travel team we mainly focused on running, this year at FC we focus more on agility and strength training that will help us win games and improve our endurance. All of my new teammates have been so welcoming,” said Sparrow.
The previous year, conditioning was focused on getting them fit and healthy for the season. The new conditioning exercises have been changed to specifically help them make gains in softball.
“This year is different because everything we do ties into softball. It isn’t always more challenging, but helps us win games,” said Cato.
With more core engaged and targeted exercises, the end results should help send them all the way to another successful season.
“I hope to have another winning season this year and make it out of regionals,” said Harper.
Multiple reasons for No Shave November surface
During the month of November, people everywhere walk around with beards and body hair to celebrate No Shave November, in a tradition where people go a full month without shaving.
Whether it is just for fun or to join the prostate cancer awareness movement, more and more people seem to be participating in this month-long holiday.
“With so many breast cancer awareness events, it’s important not to forget the men affected by prostate cancer, and raising awareness for that cause. That’s why I participate,” said sophomore Aaron Sneed.
A lot of people participate, but many people are also not pleased with this hairy month. One of the big arguments involved with No Shave November is whether women should take part in this event, or keep up with their regular hygiene routine.
“I think girls participating is fine. It’s their body, and they can do whatever they like with it,” said junior Kate Peggs.
Social Studies teacher Julie Hanen, who sees an increasing amount of students participate, said the month is open to anyone.
“Girls participating is totally fine. Guys do stuff for breast cancer, so girls should be able to help raise awareness for prostate cancer,” said Hanen.
Many women argue that it is their body, and they should do what they like with it, while others find it very unsightly and unclean to see a woman with body hair.
“I do not think girls should participate in No Shave November, as a hairy woman is not the poster child for femininity,” said senior Ian Elmore.
Many men are also taking part to raise awareness for prostate cancer and for praising their manhood.
“I participate in No Shave November because I have pride in my masculinity. It is also something fun to share amongst peers, ” Elmore said.
Dance Marathon prepares for new year, new goals
By Bryce Romig and McKenna Click
As Dance Marathon grows closer the committee has set up a table in the spine to get students involved in the marathon. According to junior Sarah Henry, “we are trying to get a lot more people there.” According to English teacher Jessica Broady “the goal of the Dance Marathon is $25,000, which is huge.” Riley takes all children no matter economic status.
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Teenagers offer skin care advice
By Bryce Romig
The teenage years can be rough on anyone’s complexion. Every day teens rub various skin products on their faces, in an effort to combat acne. Some products are made of impossible to pronounce chemicals from a laboratory, and others are made of organic, all natural ingredients.
When searching for the right product to use on your skin, many teens think about the health of their skin. Chemical products can dry out skin cells, and leave the skin peeling and flaky.
“I use St. Ives Naturals because it clears up my acne fast and doesn’t dry out my skin,” said junior Kylie Davis, a cosmetology student at Prosser. She said that St. Ives gives her a good balance between gentleness and effectiveness.
But, Davis said, sometimes the results are not fast enough to clear acne before school, which is a concern for most high schoolers.
“I do also use Neutrogena acne wash, because it clears my acne overnight,” said Davis.
Another benefit to manufactured products is the clean feeling, which people value. A lot of the products on the market use menthol, producing a clean, tingling effect.
“I use Proactiv and Clean and Clear’s Morning burst. It makes your skin feel clean and refreshed,” said junior Kayla Ashley.
Many people now agree that natural products are the way to go with skin care, as scientists discover more and more negative effects that harsh chemicals might have on the body.
“I love Tarte Cosmetics, everything they make and sell is all natural, with no synthetic fragrances, parabens, or pthalates,” said junior Mackenzie Power.
It is smart to know what is in the products, and what effect they can have.
“Natural products are by far better for your skin and don’t do anything damaging,” said Power.
However, some find natural products uneconomical.
“I would love to use natural products because they work just as well, but they are extremely pricey and rather difficult to find,” said senior Olivia Hertog.
With all the products on the market, it can be difficult to choose what is best. Choosing what is best personally for a particular skin type is the best way to go.
“Whatever you choose, as long as your skin is healthy, it is alright to use,” said Davis.