Students kick-start a healthy 2017 with cooking and cardio
- Most popular 2017 resolution is to achieve a healthier lifestyle (American Express)
- Third of Brits set goals to exercise more and 30% plan to eat better (American Express)
- Free fitness, dance and “get fit after Christmas” sessions in state-of-the-art gyms available at Collegiate AC accommodation
According to new research from American Express the most popular New Year’s resolution set for 2017 was to achieve a healthier lifestyle, with a third of Brits setting goals to exercise more and a further 30% planning to eat better.
Amongst the health conscious are today’s students, eager to achieve both their health and academic goals in order to make the most of their university experience. With increasing pressure to attain top grades, a well-balanced body, mind and soul is becoming essential for students, at any level of study.
Providing students with the facilities essential for maintaining a healthier lifestyle, Collegiate AC the leading provider of luxury student accommodation in the UK, installs high-tech kitchen appliances to give their residents the opportunity to cook meals from scratch.
And with tea and coffee prepared at the start of each day by the 24/7 concierge at the Nova residence in Nottingham, students are able to get ready for a day of lectures with ease.
Collegiate’s Saxon Court property in Reading also benefits from an exclusive dinner party room to host friends and put their healthy cooking skills to the test, providing a fun and relaxing evening in.
As well as altering food options, many New Year’s resolutions begin with a trip to the gym. To inspire students to make time for a fitness regime, regardless of skill level, most Collegiate AC residences offer on-site gym facilities, including Water Lane Apartments in Bristol, Nova in Nottingham and Gateway Apartments in Edinburgh.
In Newcastle, Plummer House provide classes such as Dance, Bootcamp and spinning classes all included with the rate.
Heriberto Cuanalo, CEO of Collegiate AC, explains the advantages of having additional facilities available onsite that enhance a balanced lifestyle,
“Many of our residents have said that the range of additional facilities available in our properties enhances their student experience and provides them with the tools they need to lead a healthy lifestyle. Whether it is using the space to experiment in the kitchen, working up a sweat in the gym or letting off steam by exchanging stories in the common room, we believe that these aspects are of key importance.
“This is especially important after the Christmas break when getting back into the routine of healthy eating and exercising before January exams is important. At Collegiate AC, we take into careful consideration exactly what students need and for instance at Fusion Tower, Bristol, we have an onsite personal trainer that has arranged ‘get fit after Christmas’ group sessions in the on-site state-of-the-art gym.”
Evidence shows, according to findings by mobile health and fitness company HealthifyMe, approximately 82% of people didn’t stick to their New Year’s fitness resolution for more than a week on the app in 2016. It is crucial therefore that your surroundings help motivate your goals and Collegiate AC are the perfect accommodation for focused and well-rounded student-living.
Fusion Tower is a fine example of facilities that help maintain a balanced lifestyle. On-site facilities include a cinema, private gym, club lounge and a resident’s bar as well as a choice of generously-sized rooms, along with high-speed broadband, Wi-Fi and 24-hour security and CCTV.
From £134 per week, Fusion Tower has an incredible city-centre location, perfect for enjoying the wealth of culture and entertainment that Bristol has to offer, with a range of accommodation available from studios to five-bed apartments.
For more information, visit www.collegiate-ac.com or contact Collegiate AC on 01235 250 140.