Mental Health

Mental health

..and my mental health

5 mental health tips to help you tackle 2022 - Los Angeles Times Mental Health

Overwhelmed. That’s how I’m feeling. And I know many other students who are feeling the same way.

With the start of a new semester and new schoolwork load on my shoulders as well as my job I’m feeling it. I didn’t feel it as much last semester, but I am definitely feeling it this semester.

Trying to fix that feeling fast enough or if I just need to work through those feeling right now. I know that I have too to persevere through this semester and the last few courses through my program. A lot of college and university student feel that way and know exactly what I am talking about.

Mental health concerns and issues are on the rise, and I am feeling that these days. I think we must remember that we all go through this and that we all share some of these feeling and we need to remember to be kind to not only ourselves but to those around us. You never know what someone is going through and/or what thoughts might be swimming around in their heads.

After covid especially, these past few years and now going back to school and the new work load it is definitely getting to me. It is hitting me and has been hitting me hard these last few weeks and months. Knowing that mental health issues are on the rise and that and that I’ve dealt with mental health in the past, I know the key resources and things to help me in these break downs.

What Help Me

Breathing and meditation helps a lot. With the nice weather finally here going out doors and enjoying the sun and fresh air has also helped me. Playing with my dogs is also the key in helping.

If you do not have a pet ask a friend to go for a walk or listen to some positive music. I know the best thing for me is to get outside and plan out some thing that will help me get over this bump in the road.

There is some positive to this however, that there are places for us to go and/or people that we can talk to, to help us through these feeling. Whether it is through our school or our personal teams at home.

PSB Circuit Training

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Whether you are an avid gym goer or a casual visitor, the full body circuit training at PBS Fitness will have you covered. Studies have shown that circuit training provides many benefits such as muscular endurance, betters the health of the heart, increases strength, and extremely time efficient. Before we dive into some of the circuit training exercises provided at both gym locations (Mississauga & Brampton), lets meet the dream team: Jessie & Matt (Founders of PSB). Both of whom are proud graduates of PSB, Jessie bringing 7 years of experience as a fitness instructor at Goodlife Fitness. Matt has been a certified personal trainer for the past 5 years with an impressive portfolio.

Jumping-Jacks in Circuit Training session — Jumping-Jacks

What is Circuit Training?

Circuit Training consists of at least five different exercises or more that are done consecutively with short break periods in between each set of exercises. Circuit training can also be done with weights for those that know what they are doing or without for those looking to get into circuit training.

Why Circuit Training?

Jessie & Matt know the exact pressures that many of you might be facing with schooling and work. They were also once in your shoes, but they realized that having a well-balanced work and fitness schedule can be quite difficult at times. Therefore, after some theory crafting and years of experience…they have perfected the: Full Body Circuit Training. Ranging from Basic (created for the casual gym goers with a busy lifestyle), Balanced, and Advanced (recommended for those trying to achieve certain fitness goals).

New to Circuit Training?

If all this sounds a little overwhelming for you or perhaps you have never heard of this form of training, please lay all your worries at bay. The purpose of circuit training is essentially to improve your overall cardiovascular fitness and increase muscular strength endurance. You might be wondering “how on earth is that possible in 30-45 minutes ?!”. Well, due to an elevated heart rate during most of the training with short rest periods and all the muscles of the body working continuously, this results in insane amounts of calories being burned in no time! In addition, many of the exercises in the circuit training are customizable. For example, if you feel more satisfied doing push-ups rather than sit-ups; this is customizable if there are enough exercises covering the body.

Examples of Circuit Training Workouts

Basic Full Body Take 15 second rest after each exercise and rest for 2.5s once completed each circuit	Advanced Full Body No rest until the end of the first circuit completion
1. Jump Rope (1 Min)	1. Jump Rope (1 Min)
2. Push-ups (12 Reps)	2. Squat Jumps (24 Reps)
3. Ab Crunches (12 Reps)	3. Bench Dips (20 Reps)
4. Squat Jumps (12 Reps)	4. Push-ups (24 Reps)
5. Jumping Jacks (12 Reps)	5. Sit-ups (24 Reps)
6. Knee-ups (12 Reps)	6. Calf Raises (24 Reps)
7. Sit-ups (12 Reps)	7. Jump Rope (12 Mins)
8. Push-ups (12 Reps)	8. Ab Crunches (24 Reps)
9. Bench Dips (12 Reps)	9. Squat Jumps (24 Reps)
10. Jump Rope (4 Min)	10. Jumping Jacks (24 Reps)

Knee-ups in circuit training session — Knee-ups

Why PSB Fitness & what’s the cost of these sessions?

PSB Fitness is committed to meet you at your most convenience. Whether that be part of our circuit training or just to have you come in and kill a workout! These circuit trainings mentioned above are part of your monthly subscription at PSB if you choose to participate. We still offer some of the most top of the line equipment and impressively large spaces considering we are part of the Sheridan building. We truly believe that when you enter those doors of the gym, you should dictate how you’d like to spend your valuable time.

*Monthly PSB Fitness fees: $30.99.

**Students attending Sheridan with a GPA above 2.5, eligible for a %15 discount on monthly fees.

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If you still have any inquiries, please do not hesitate to reach us (find details below), or come in for a free consultation.

Mississauga Location: Brampton Location:

4180 Duke of York Blvd, Mississauga, ON L5B 0G5 7899 McLaughlin Rd, Brampton, ON L6Y 5H9

+1(647)929-4000 +1(647)939-4000

Affordable Gym for Students in Mississauga

About PSB Athletic Gyms

PSB Athletic is an affordable gym tailored for students; located on campus of Sheridan College HMC and Davis in Mississauga and Brampton. Our founders, Jesse and Matt, are Sheridan college alumni who’s started PSB gym with the goal to provide affordable fitness solutions to students. Thanks to this, they are armed with a unique perspective on the student lifestyle. Above all, they aim to limit the barriers that students face when trying to achieve their health and fitness goals.

PSB Athletic offers a fully equipped gym with state-of-the-art cardio machines and various free weights. Additionally, Our experienced personal trainers can assist you with fitness routines, virtual reality fitness classes, a physical and virtual experience and more.

Why should students choose PSB Athletic Gyms?

Gym Services

In person Group Fitness classes including:
- Zumba Classes
- Yoga and Hot Yoga Classes
- Cycling and Pilates Classes
- Advanced HIIT Classes

Live Online Workouts using our revolutionary virtual reality technology
Guest Privileges with the PSB Community Card

Free one on one fitness consultations
Personal Training available at an additional cost

Gym Amenities

Brand new high quality strength training equipment
A wide variety of free weights including dumbbells, kettlebells, barbells, medicine balls, and more!

State of the art cardio equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, stairmasters and rowers
A full-sized Basketball and Volleyball Court

Change rooms equipped with sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, showers, and vanities for getting ready

PSB Cafe which includes a snack bar as well as ping pong tables and foosball tables

On Campus Gym Locations in Mississauga and Brampton with Virtual Reality Options

Firstly, PSB Athletic has two affordable and convenient on campus gym locations for students in Mississauga and Brampton. As such, these locations allow students to work out at a gym that is within steps from their classes. Similarly, by limiting travel time, students are likely to take advantage of their membership. Most importantly, they are more likely to stay consistent with their fitness goals. In addition, for those days where you may not be on campus, virtual reality fitness classes provide additional flexibility to ensure you get that workout in wherever you may be.

Affordable Gym Membership Options

Monthly Gym Membership - Student

Most importantly, we know that students are always looking for affordable and convenient ways to stay in shape. Therefore, we offer a special premium rate of $50 per month for Sheridan students.

Monthly Gym Membership - Non-Student

On the other hand, if you are not a student but would like to sign up; You’re in luck! We similarly offer memberships for non-students at $100 per month. Most importantly, this option provides you with access to both locations as well as our online repertoire of virtual classes.

Yearly Gym Membership - Affordable

For additional savings, PSB Athletic offers a yearly membership option. As such, gym members are able to receive a 20% discount off the monthly membership cost! Whether you are an avid gym goer or a beginner on your fitness journey, PSB Athletic will support you in consistently reaching your goals.

PSB Student Community Card

At PSB Athletic, we certainly know the value of a gym partner! Friends, family or partners can keep you accountable with your fitness goals. As a result, we introduced the PSB Student Community Card!

In other words, this program gives members the ability to bring a friend up to 4 times a month, for FREE!

In short, everything is better with friends!