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"First of all, longboarding has been stereotyped as a sport, but I’d like to say that it is a lifestyle. What it takes to be a good longboarder is commitment to the lifestyle, passion and an open mind for trying new things," said junior Adam Ostlund. Read

Longboarding: more than a sport, a lifestyle

School may be coming to an end, but that has no affect on the serious athletes who find it essential to maintain a steady work-out plan in order to stay in shape for their specified sport. Read

Summer training camp sessions: conditioning year round is all part of the game

Team Sports: no longer a gym credit, but competitive nature stays the same

Students of Stillwater Area High School have been taking Team Sports for generations. In the past Team Sports fulfilled the physical education requirement that was necessary for students to graduate. But now Team Sports is not a physical education credit but it provides lifelong experiences for students. Team Sports helps students learn and develop problem solving skills, decision making, social skills and cooperation skills. Read

Dirty dozen lifts for honor and huge muscles

The smell of sweat and determination fills the nose upon walking into the weight room. Most would shy away from the intimidating nature of the last room to the left in the gym area, but 14 people in the high school call it home. The group calls themselves the "Dirty Dozen" and they lift weights not just for ridiculously huge muscles, but for entertainment, extra credit and hanging out with friends. Read

Photo by Walker Nyenhuis