Losing or gaining weight in college?

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I walk a few miles a day, but I’m a bit underweight, so I doubt I have much to lose.</p>

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Totally depends on the individual. 77% of incoming students in my class were varsity athletes in high school, though, so I’d say my school is probably above average for physical activity.</p>

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My school mandates a full meal plan, so no one goes hungry (though everyone has to pay for it, of course).</p>

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Yes and yes, for me and my school at least. It’s a pretty subjective question.</p>

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No idea. The stereotype is the “freshman 15,” but I have no idea whether that’s true, and I don’t know of any data that backs it up (I’m sure there’s a study somewhere, though).</p>

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I’m sure some people have, with the millions who have gone to college, but I don’t know any.</p>

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I’ve gained a few pounds, but just from extensive daily boxing workouts. I haven’t noticed anyone’s weight fluctuate noticeably.</p>