Nov. 3, 2014
Bench Press 3×10 / 135
Shoulder Press 3×10 / 30
Curls 3×10 / 60
Lat Pulldowns 3×10 / 100
Forearm Pulldowns 3×10 / 40
Tricep Extensions 3×12 / 100
Walk 30 minutes on treadmill at 3.0 MPH
Workouts on Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 2014
Oct. 31, 2014
Bench Press 3×10 / 135
Shoulder Press 3×10 / 30
Curls 3×10 / 60
Lat Pulldowns 3×10 / 100
Forearm Pulldowns 3×10 / 40
Tricep Extensions 3×10 / 85
Walk 30 minutes on treadmill at 3.0 MPH
Nov. 1, 2014
Leg Press 3×12 180
Calf Raises 3×10 45
Leg Extensions 3×10 100
Leg Curls 3×12 10 100
Walk on treadmill for 30 min. @ 3.0 MPH
Workouts on Oct. 29-30, 2014
Oct. 29, 2014
Bench Press 3×10 / 135
Shoulder Press 3×10 / 30
Curls 3×10 / 60
Lat Pulldowns 3×10 / 100
Forearm Pulldowns 3×10 / 40
Tricep Extensions 3×10 / 85
Walk 30 minutes on treadmill at 3.0 MPH
Oct. 30, 2014
Leg Press 3×12 180
Calf Raises 3×10 45
Leg Extensions 3×10 90
Leg Curls 3×12 10 100
Walk on treadmill for 30 min. @ 3.0 MPH
Workout Oct. 28, 201
Leg Press 3×12 180
Calf Raises 3×10 45
Leg Extensions 3×10 90
Leg Curls 3×12 10 100
Walk on treadmill for 30 min. @ 3.0 MPH
Top 10 Football Games I’ve Attended in Person
Inspired by friend Chandler’s Facebook group/blog, Living for Saturdays (Join at https://www.facebook.com/groups/720114478075443/), I’ve decided to write about my favorite football games of all-time that I’ve attended in person. Although I found it too difficult to narrow it down to five (like the question posed on Living for Saturdays), here is a far too exhaustive list of 10 of the top games I’ve seen in person. This is by no means exhaustive and in no particular order.
No real solid set of criteria here: mostly memorable experiences and wins. There are a few losses on the list, but for the most part, like any ex-athlete and fan, I have purged those from my memory bank.
East Carolina at Virginia Tech, 2007
My first game on injury reporting duty on the sidelines as an intern at Virginia Tech also happened to be the Hokies’ first football game after the tragedy that hit the campus on Apr. 16, 2007.
Utah vs. Alabama, 2009 Sugar Bowl, Jan. 2, 2009
No one (including myself honestly) thought the Utes would even compete, much less win, against the mighty Crimson Tide in their own backyard (The Superdome a mere four-hour drive from Tuscaloosa). And the couple days I was in New Orleans before the game, their fans let us know about it, too. But Stevenson Sylvester, Robert Johnson and the defense came to play and after Brian Johnson and offense unleashed its hurry-up offense with three unanswered touchdowns and never looked back.
Wisconsin vs. Oregon, 2012 Rose Bowl
One of the most heart-breaking losses in my lifetime, but a great game and a great time with the Ute crew. It had been six years since I had seen a Badger game and I picked a good one. Russell Wilson put on a show!

Watch the entire game here.
The Badgers broke the defending national champion Buckeyes’ 19-game winning streak. And Lee Evans absolutely toasted Chris Gamble! I think Lee is still running!
Went with my mom to Ann Arbor and the ‘Big House’ for my eighth-grade graduation present to see the Wolverines, led by Tom Brady and the ‘A Train’ Anthony Thomas, take on Antwaan Randle-El and the Hoosiers.
My dad surprised me with tickets to the Christmas Eve game down at Soldier Field between the Eagles and the Bears. The Bears got out to a 17-0 lead in the first half before holding on for a 20-14 victory. Rashaan Salaam went over 1,000 yards as a rookie before he became a fumbling mess and Erik Kramer was at the peak of his Chicago quarterbacking career.
My friend Shane got us tickets in the student section and we were there for the biggest comeback in Notre Dame Stadium history! From the article, “Trailing 24-3 in the third quarter, the luck of the Irish helped ND secure the win. No more was that evident than the game-winning score when tight end Jabari Holloway won the scrum for Jarious Jackson’s fumble in the end zone with 2:40 remaining.”
Boston College at Virginia Tech, 2007
I was on the Lane Stadium sidelines to witness Matt Ryan’s comeback victory for the Eagles over the Hokies on a rainy night in Blacskburg.
Stocco! He and Brian Calhoun engineer the game-winning drive and Stocco’s draw seals it for the Badgers over a Michigan’s Chad Henne and Jason Avant.
What could be better than beating your rival to win a conference title and bust the BCS! Maybe forcing six turnovers!
Workout on Oct. 27, 2014
Workout on Oct. 27, 2014
Bench Press 3×10 / 135
Shoulder Press 3×10 / 30
Curls 3×10 / 60
Lat Pulldowns 3×10 / 100
Forearm Pulldowns 3×10 / 40
Tricep Extensions 3×10 / 85
Walk 30 minutes on treadmill at 3.0 MPH
UHS Urges Students to Complete Checklist Before International Travel Appointments
This is not an official University of Wisconsin-Madison Health Services publication and is only intended to serve as a display of my writing ability.
Three steps needed to better evaluate risk.
MADISON, Wis. – Whether you plan to study abroad, take part in a community service mission, pursue a certificate in global health, vacation or visit friends or relatives in other countries, the University Health Services (UHS) Travel Clinic recommends that students schedule an appointment to assess their risk.
There are three types of appointments that can be reserved with the UHS Travel Clinic:
- Vaccinations Only: For students traveling to developed countries with minimal risk. UHS administers 14 different vaccinations and most require an additional fee.
- Travel Consultation and Vaccinations: For those needing recommendations, vaccinations and prescription medications for specific countries.
- Completion of forms, physical exam, travel consultation and vaccination: A comprehensive visit where required forms and a physical examination are completed for university programs, Visa applications, etc.
In order to obtain the most accurate assessment possible, students need to complete the Pre-Departure To-Do List:
- Complete the Travel Tutorial.
This resource will provide country-specific recommendations as well as illness prevention in each nation, which typically takes 20 to 30 minutes to complete.
- Review vaccination records
Check your current vaccination report on your My UHS page and if your information is not up to date, it is recommended that students check with current and/or past healthcare providers.
- Consult with insurance provider to see if required vaccinations will be covered.
For complete information on preparing for international travel, please visit the Travel Clinic home page.
University Health Services Continues AlcoholEdu Program
This is not an official University of Wisconsin-Madison Health Services publication and is only intended to serve as a display of my writing ability.
Required of incoming degree-seeking students and returners living in UW Residence Halls.
MADISON, Wis. – According to a 2009 University of Wisconsin-Madison PACE survey, 28 percent of students missed a class due to the negative consequences of their alcohol consumption and 25 percent of all college students reported academic consequences due to their drinking, according to National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcholism.
During the fall 2014 semester, University Health Services (UHS) will require all incoming UW-Madison degree-seeking students and those returning to live in UW Residence Halls to complete a comprehensive online education program aimed to increase awareness and reduce high-risk drinking — AlcoholEdu.
The program is aimed toward helping students make smart and healthy decisions in relation to their personal and academic success.
Part 1 will be available in the Learn@UW portal starting on July 21, 2014 and must be completed by Aug. 22, 2014 with a grade of at least 80 percent. Students will receive an email with the necessary links when the test is available and are advised to plan for approximately two to three hours to complete.
Forty-five days after Part 1 is finished an email will be sent to students asking them to complete Part 2, which will be available at the earliest on Sept. 4, 2014 and must be completed by Oct. 21, 2014. Individual answers and will be kept confidential as UW-Madison will only collect data about the general student population.
Videos, blogs, IM chats and comics about issues such as coping with the behavior of others who drink and what to do in a situation where peers are in danger of alcohol-related harm. More than 500 campuses across the country are using the program, covering 36 percent of all first-year students at four-year institutions in the United States.
A version for parents and guardians can also be found at http://parents.alcoholedu.com/ with a custom introduction, access to the AlcoholEdu College course and advice on how to talk about the topic with your student.
For more information about AlcoholEdu, visit http://www.uhs.wisc.edu/alcoholedu/. General questions should be directed to 608.265.4163 or alcoholedu@uhs.wisc.edu.
Umatter Suicide Prevention Program Aims to Increase Awareness
This is not an official University of Wisconsin-Madison Health Services publication and is only intended to serve as a display of my writing ability.
UHS continues partnership with UW-Madison Suicide Prevention Council.
MADISON, Wis. – Asking a classmate for a copy of their notes in advance of an anticipated absence in a lecture. Staying in for a weekend to save money for spring break. These are just a few of the simple ways UW-Madison students may negotiate problems in advance. Yet mental health issues are often neglected because of social stigma and can leave behind tragic consequences if not addressed ahead of time.
University Health Services’ (UHS) Umatter initiative has collaborated with several groups to launch four multi-faceted campaigns to help students across campus.
Suicide Prevention Council
Monthly meetings during the academic year with personnel from different backgrounds help mold suicide prevention policies and procedures. For more information, visit the UW-Madison Suicide Prevention Council home page.
At-Risk
An online reference guide is available at all times for faculty and staff to build interaction with distressed students. It is recommended that every faculty and staff member complete a 45-minute education session on recognition, response and discussion, the reference process and building awareness. Visit the UW-Madison At-Risk home page for more information.
Red Folder
A brief, 15-minute summary of UHS suicide prevention services is also available to assist faculty and staff. A red folder complete with information about available resources throughout campus is distributed to help in identification and referrals.
Go Big Read
During the 2013-14 academic year, Ruth Ozeki’s A Tale for the Time Being was selected for the Go Big Read Common Reading Program. Students discussed a central figure’s contemplation and experiences with suicide among the books other topics during Wisconsin Welcome and in over 60 courses.
Soccer star Hope Solo arrested on domestic assault charges
If this is true … Bizarre is the only way to put it.