Name: Mert Cula
Department: Department of Economics
How often do you exercise?
Three times a week
How has regular exercise affected your life?
In addition to being fit from regular exercise, I also get a muscular appearance by reducing the fat ratio in my body. I am able to control my weight. And, by changing my body perception, my self-confidence improves.
What do you suggest to those who are just taking up a sport or starting to exercise?
Set Goals:
Since the purpose of each exercise is different, they must decide whether they want to lose weight, improve fitness, or build muscle.
Finalize the Program:
After setting their goals, they will need to finalize a sports program with an expert to determine which days they will do which exercises.
Modify Food Menu:
They must accept that they can no longer eat whatever they want. It is important to team a nutrition program with any sports program.
Be Resolute:
There is something more important than just doing sports and that is doing sports regularly. Choosing a gym that is close to your home or school will help you with determination.
Patience Above Everything:
Hurrying and wanting to reach goals immediately can reduce motivation. Working patiently for goals will make it easier to reach them.
What are the first three things that come to mind when you hear the word “sports”?
Pleasure, confidence and relaxation
Which Bilkent sports facilities do you use?
Sports Halls.
Have you taken any courses or participated in any activities?
I have been in various basketball clubs since I was seven years old. I played in Türk Telekom, and later I got a scholarship from a school in America thanks to basketball. I continue my sports life with the sports knowledge I gained from these teams.
