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Workout Tips
BY ALLISON KIM
Being motivated to work out can be very tough, especially during the pandemic. However, it is important to stay fit and exercise often. Here are some fellow students and teachers who work out and have tips to share about staying motivated and working out. Elyssa Isaia (11) works out five to six times a week for roughly one hour to an hour and a half. She trains with a personal trainer about three times a week and also weight lifts.
To stay motivated, Isaia goes with a partner. She said, “You hold each other accountable and push each other to succeed at your goals!” Her tips for working out are to stay consistent and push yourself because you are stronger than you think. She said, “To see real results and be the best version you can be, consistency is the way to go.” William Kim (10) works out about four to five times a week for about two hours. He does basketball and a little weight training. His motivation is his friends who work out with him. Some tips he has are to make sure you have a proper diet and to stay consistent. Sophia Ciaramello (12) works out six times a week for about an hour and a half. She goes to the gym and does weight training. To keep her motivated, she has a gym buddy who she usually goes with. They like to research and plan their workouts ahead of time to add to their routine and try it out. She says that it keeps her excited about going. She also recommends making a playlist while you work out. She said, “Listening to my favorite music really helps me stay focused and get into a good headspace while working out.” Chloe Becerra (9) works out four times a week for about thirty minutes. She uses kettlebells or resistance bands depending on how hard of a workout she wants. She also does other different exercises depending on what muscle groups she wants to work out, or if she has an injury that she needs to work around. “I have a strong desire to live a long and productive life and I know a fitness lifestyle is the fountain of youth.”
- Jon Hall
To stay motivated, she makes herself look forward to it by playing music. Another way she stays motivated is by switching the exercises up so she’s always excited for the new experiences. She recommends keeping the workout interesting by trying out new exercises or doing it with a partner to keep you company. Jon Hall (High School PE Coach) works out five to six days a week for about one to one and a half hours. He does three types of workouts: One day of circuit training, two to three days of a split routine (also known as bodybuilding), and one to 13 two days of PHT (Peripheral Heart Training). However, as he’s gotten older, he realizes that it’s harder to hang onto muscle mass, so he does more bodybuilding type workouts. Hall said, “I have a strong desire to live a long and productive life and I know a fitness lifestyle is the fountain of youth.” Using this as an inspiration, he is always motivated to work out. Hall’s number one tip for working out is to be consistent. Make working out a habit and a part of your daily routine. His second tip is to take things slow from the start to prevent injuries. For example, always start with the lighter weights and then progress into the heavier weights as your body warms up. If it is more of a cardiovascular driven routine, then you should always start slow and build into your speed or intensity.
Overall, many students enjoy working out with their friends to stay motivated. It is also important to stay consistent and push yourself the right amount. You should also make sure to take the necessary precautions to prevent injuries and stay safe. These are just some tips on working out by some fellow students and teachers. Good luck and have fun working out!
Meghan and Harry
On March 7, 2021, CBS aired Oprah with Meghan and Harry, this interview covered the two years the couple spent together within the royal family and is the first time they have spoken out since they left their roles with the royal family. Megan talked about her personal experiences with the institution. Prince Harry Charles Albert David, Duke of Sussex, and Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex were married on May 19, 2018, at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle. They now have a son, Archie Mountbatten-Windsor, and a daughter on the way. “Were you silent? Or were you silenced?” -Oprah Winfrey
At the beginning of the interview Oprah Winfrey states there was no agreement between the three
BY LEILANI CALIXTO
of them. They don’t know the questions, no subject is off-limits and they will not be paid for the interview.
When Markle discovered she needed to curtsey to Queen Elizabeth II she expressed “I thought genuinely that’s what happens outside, that was part of the fanfare. I didn’t think that’s what happens inside.” She also said “that was really the first moment the penny dropped” Markle stated her turning point was when stories came out six or seven months after her wedding about her making Kate Middleton cry about flower-girl dresses. According to Markle, the opposite happened; she didn’t go into too much detail saying she’s forgiven Middleton.
Later in the interview, Markle was asked “Were you silent? Or were you silenced?” Her response was “The latter.” She also mentioned that she was given a very clear directive to always say no comment. She also says “the Queen has always been wonderful to me.” When Markle was pregnant with Archie there were conversations with Harry about the possibility of how dark the child’s skin color could be, which has sent shock waves through the world. “I felt bad for Meghan and Harry having to deal with all the racism and press.”
-Demi Guirgis(9)
Markle went into how the pictures taken of the royal family were nothing that it looks like, that this is a job and they need to put smiles on their faces. Markle
also explained that she felt she wasn’t being protected and she did have suicidal thoughts. When Markle expressed these feelings to Harry they went to the institution together and received no help. Harry said, “My biggest concern was history repeating itself.” Which many have seemed to connect that to his late mother, Princess Diana. They then decided to step down from their Senior roles of the royal family and move to Canada. Harry then received news that security would be taken away from their home and they wouldn’t be working royals. The couple was then offered a Southern California with security by Tyler Perry. A few months later they moved into their own home in Santa Barbara, California where they now live. Haley Boggs (11) said, “After th interview, I kept thinking about what they have gone through and how it has affected their life so much in so many different ways.”
On March 9, 2021 Buckingham Palace on behalf of the Queen released a statement saying, “The
whole family is saddened to learn the full extent of how challenging the last few years have been for Harry and Meghan. The issues raised, particularly that of race, are concerning. While some recollections may vary, they are taken very seriously and will be addressed by the family privately. Harry, Meghan, and Archie will always be much-loved family members.”
-Kailee Bilbao (11)
On March 11, 2021, Prince William was the first to speak publicly about the interview saying “No, I haven’t spoken to him yet, but I will do.” Demi Guirgis (9) stated, “I felt bad for Meghan and Harry having to deal with all the racism and press.” Summer Hodgkin (12) said, “I feel the royal family can be really complicated. I saw how being in the royal family is not as glamorous as it seems and that not everything is shown behind closed doors.” Kailee Bilbao (11) mentioned, “They’re celebrities, but why?” Some celebrities have given their opinion about the interview. Michelle Obama said, “My hope is that, when I think about what they’re going through, I think about the importance of family and I just pray that there is forgiveness and there is clarity and love and resolve at some point in time.” “Thank you Meghan for your courage and leadership.” -Beyoncé
Beyonce put on her website “Thank you Meghan for your courage and leadership. We are all strengthened and inspired by you.” Hugh Jackman expressed on an Instagram video “Everyone needs to see this,’ because it is such an incredible example to never worry alone. I just want to say thank you, Meghan. Thank you, Harry, for your courage.” Serena Williams, Gabrielle Union, Andy Cohen, Billy Eichner, Matt James, and many more have given their opinion. Harry and Markle are enjoying the simple life, living in Santa Barbara with their son Archie and await their daughter, this interview has brought up past events and will affect opinions about the royal family. Mghan and Harry’s revelation showcases how the public can never truly know what happens behind closed door.
