Strengthening the Body to Strengthen the Mind

Ever caught yourself buried in textbooks, only to realize you haven’t moved from your chair all day? We’ve all been there, studying hard, but forgetting that our bodies need some action too. With all the studying a student has to do, it’s easy to forget to stay active and exercise your body. Especially when you spend most of the day sitting in a chair with poor posture, it becomes even more important to balance it out with some form of physical activity. As the Roman poet Juvenal once said, “A healthy mind lives in a healthy body.”

Speaking from my own experience, I often find it difficult to motivate myself to go to the gym, but afterwards, I almost always feel better and more energized. When I’m working out, I can detach myself from the thoughts that run through my head all day, which is incredibly calming. And afterwards, I usually have more motivation to return to my studies.

The University of Zurich already offers many programs to help students stay active. But what if you’re not the kind of person who enjoys sports alone and wants to meet new people? How do you find someone to join that yoga class with, or a buddy for a weekend run?

Therefore, we’ve gathered two student-based platform recommendations for you to try out that help you find upcoming sports activities and connect with like-minded people in Zurich. From casual volleyball games to yoga classes or running meetups, there’s something for everyone.

Sportmates Züri

The first Platform I want to talk about is www.sportmateszueri.ch. Sportsmates Züri makes it easy to find and join sports activities in Zurich. You can filter by sport type, time, and level, and connect with people who share your interests. Their community forum is great for finding a sport buddy, joining groups, or discovering the best venues in the city. Whether you want to try a new sport or meet a regular training partner, Sportsmates Züri makes staying active social, fun, and flexible.

Sportbesties

If you are a Women, another great option is https://www.sportbesties.com/. SportBesties is a women-only community that makes it safe and easy to join local sports activities. You can explore your favorite sports, join group forums, and meet like-minded women to train together. With verified student profiles and a supportive environment, it’s perfect for finding workout buddies and making friends while staying active.

These two Websites offer excellent opportunities to meet new people and stay active at the same time. They complement Unisync’s study group platform perfectly, and we hope they help you find your ideal sports buddy. After all, building a healthy routine doesn’t just help your body, it strengthens your mind too.