How to stay fit and in shape

Whether you made a resolution or not, we know that you want to get in shape and be healthy in the New Year. We also know that most people give up on this promise about a week into January. Our goal is to help you stick with your commitment to a better you in the New Year. From recommendations on the healthiest restaurants in town, to fitness and health tips of the week, we’re here to help you get active, get fit, and get that rockin’ bikini bod. (Note: this blog is applicable to both males and females. Guys, we know you don’t wear bikinis, but you can still get an awesome beach bod by reading our stuff.)

Newtown: what’s next?

Juan Pablo Rivera Garza
Blogs Editor

“Can we say that we’re truly doing enough to give all the children of this country the chance they deserve to live out their lives in happiness and with purpose?

I’ve been reflecting on this the last few days, and if we’re honest with ourselves, the answer’s no. We’re not doing enough. And we will have to change.” -President Barack Obama

Hidden Calories in the Cafeteria: Do You Know What You’re Eating?

Bryn Pennetti
Reporter

Since elementary school, rumors about school lunches have spread from mentions of rubber hot dogs to 400 calorie cookies. But do students actually know what’s in their grab-and-go cafeteria foods?

The NCHS cafeteria serves varied breakfast and lunch foods ranging from ice cream to prepared sandwiches. Though every day the cafeteria is crowded with hungry teens, the most students tend to know about the food is the name and what condiments can go with it.