The Balanced Buc: Recent Episodes

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Your guide to wellness from the Blinn College campus recreation team.

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Is your sleep schedule off this summer? Listen to today's episode to find out why sleep is so important, event during the summer.

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Today's episode is one that if you are stressed or just need a minute. We hear from Blinn's Kinesiology Yoga Instructor Dr. Peacock and she explains relaxation and then takes us through a sample relaxation activity she does in her yoga classes.

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Our very own Dr. Turner from Blinn College joins us today to discuss how to be productive during the summer that way you can be successful in the fall.

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What are your social media accounts saying about you? Today we meet up with Kelsie Clayton from Blinn Human Resources and she gives us some tips on how social media do's and don'ts.

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Our Blinn PD met back up with us for today's episode to explain drugs and alcohol. We hear about he types, how they affect us, and if they are truly worth it.

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Today's episode is all about skin protection and why it is important! Don't forget to protect yourself, especially from the sun.

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In today's episode we got to welcome back Dr. Peacock to hear all about wellness and why it is important for a happy, successful life.

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Today, we hear from our Kruse Student Workers and get their advice on how to navigate college and be successful!

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Do you have good habits during the summer? On today's episode we meet up with Dr. & Coach McBride to find out how to create healthy habits physically and mentally while we are on summer break.

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Finals can seem scary, but if you prepare for them and realize that your failures do not define you then you will succeed. Today we have Blinn counselor Samanatha on to give us tips and advice on how to mentally prepare for our finals coming up!

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On today's episode we get to catch up with what is going on with our athletes now that all seasons are in full swing! GO BUCS!

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Hear from our Director of HR on today's episode as she gives us tips on how to have a bright future. We touched on resumes, interviewing, what not to do and so much more!

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In today's Podcast we hear why it is important to plan ahead from Dr. Kenny Masenda. He gave us some amazing tips on how to be better prepared for our futures.

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This week we sit down with Rev Randy Wells and he helps gives us amazing advice on how to do a self check in and why it is important!

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It is not uncommon for someone to get depressed, especially a college student! Therefore, today we sit down with Blinn College Counselor Elizabeth and she helps us with some tips and tricks on how to get through the hard times we may be having.

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Hey Buccaneer Fans! We sit down with Ms. Tara Dreyer to find out how our Blinn Athletes are doing so far this semester since we have almost all of our teams playing at once!

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With some help from Blinn Police Department's Sargent Smith we got to ask all about how to have a safe spring break!

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For this special event/ month we got the women of Blinn College who are involved with sports, kinesiology, recreation, health, and wellness all together to discuss how women in these fields have changed history!

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In today's episode we speak with LVN Brittany Chupik about STDs. We touch on prevention and protection to help keep our campus prepared and safe!

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Do you currently have a strong support group or are you trying to find one? On today's episode we got to sit down with Coach Dylan Shields and get his advice on how students can achieve finding a support group that will always be there for them and lift them up to success!

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Are you sometimes confused on where to start when it comes to beginning a workout program? Luckily we were able to sit down with Blinn's head football coach and get his advice on beginning a workout program!

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Why is it so important to have a healthy heart? Listen to Assistant Athletic Trainer Lauren Moreno to find out!

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Are you already feeling anxious this semester? Well, today's episode is all about how to deal with your anxiety and we let you know that you are not alone!!

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How have your first couple of weeks gone this semester? Check out this week's episode on how to start off on the right foot to help lead to success!

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Welcome Back Bucs! Today's episode is all about what to expect at the rec this semester! We have the weight room open, intramurals, group fitness, & athletic events this year! Check out important updates on today's episode as well!

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Today's special episode we get to meet our Blinn College Student Workers and here how they survived college this semester.

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During these difficult times, things can get complicated and confusing, causing us to have trouble with our mental health. The main thing to remember throughout this time is that you are not alone. Our guest today is the Director of Disability Services and Mental Health Counseling and she is a great resource for anyone during this challenging time.

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Stressing over your finals? This episode will help you prepare for your upcoming exams this semester and any you may have in the future. Our guest works at Blinn as an academic success coach working primarily with our athletes. His tips and tricks for studying will surly help you succeed in the future!

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This week we speak with Rev. Randy Wells to learn why it is so important that he give to and help others!

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How well do you handle time management? Luckily we were able to get the head volleyball and head women's basketball coaches on the podcast today to share with you how they manage their time and the advice they give their athletes. Say hello to Coach Gamble and Coach Jenkins!!

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Today we meet up with Amber Boeker a nurse at Texas Children's Hospital to learn about personal hygiene and why it is so important for us to live a healthy life! She reminds us that even the little habits in life can be the most important sometimes.

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How do you know you are living a healthy life? Today's podcast with Coach Jami Ingram helps us figure that out! Join us as we talk about nutrition, exercise, and loving one's self!

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Do you have a feeling of wellness when it comes to your occupational or life as a student? Listen to Dr. McBride from Blinn College as she provides our students and listeners with ways to better the life they are living in right now!

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Learn how you too can become Spiritually Well from one of Blinn College's biggest supporters Reverend Randy Wells. His knowledge and passion will keep you wanting more!

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Are you socially well? Or do you even know what that means? On today's podcast we interview Dr. Bennie Graves from Blinn College and he gives his expert advice on this complex subject!

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Are you financially prepared for your future? Well in today's podcast we learn tips from a local expert who gives us her tips and tricks on how she strives to stay financially well!

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Are you intellectually well or do you even know what that means? Today on our podcast we have special guest Dr. John Turner from Blinn College who is going to give you his advise on how to have intellectual wellness while in college and for years to come.

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Living in a healthy environment is beneficial to your health and success. Listen to the Blinn College Director of Housing and one of his Hall Directors as they provide great advice on how to live and create environmental wellness while on campus.

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In today's podcast we interview Blinn's Head Dance and Cheer Coach Sarah Flisowski. Coach Sarah is also an instructor in our kinesiology department and teaches yoga in Brenham, Texas. Sarah knows the importance of physical wellness and is excited to share some of her advice with our students.

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In today's episode we hear from Blinn Counselor Willie Williams on how to live an emotionally healthy life, information on suicide, and how to prevent suicide. Please take this episode to heart because it is very important. September is National Suicide Prevention Month and Sept. 10th is National Suicide Prevention Day. Maybe, just maybe you will be able to take this information to help yourself or someone else.

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This episode we talk with Dr. Shelly Peacock of Blinn College to learn about the 8 Dimensions of Wellness and why they are important. She also gave us a lot of great advice on how we too can have healthy, balanced lives!

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Our FIRST Episode!! We are excited to bring the Blinn College students a new way to get their health and wellness tips!