Tai Chi and Health
Over the last 20 years you may have noticed the emergence of early morning tai chi practices in your neighbourhood parks, beaches, and open spaces. Tai chi’s popularity is growing rapidly, largely due
Exercise Safely this Summer
The heat is on! Before you head outdoors into the sun, humidity, and smog, learn how to exercise safely to avoid overexertion during the dog days of summer.Summer is here! Don’t let summer smog and sw
Resistance for Your Health
Resistance exercise may be the key to keeping our brains healthy and fully functioning as we age. Learn how to exercise to improve brain acuity.
As a fitness instructor I am often asked by my students
Walking for Fitness
Walking is a great way to increase your fitness level. Learn how to boost the intensity of your walks so you get the full benefits of this whole-body exercise.Move more. This mantra of so many physica
You, Exercise, and Diabetes
Exercise can help diabetics keep their blood glucose levels under control. A balance of cardio and resistance training is beneficial to everyone, diabetic or not.Today more than 9 million Canadians ar
10 Exercise Benefits for Men
Men, turn off the game on TV, and enjoy the many benefits of exercise. It improves cardiovascular health, prevents cancer and diabetes, and boosts your sex life.Listing the benefits of exercise sounds
Partner Yoga
Yoga doesn\'t have to be a solo activity. Get together with a friend or family member for a fun partner yoga workout.While one doesn’t usually think of yoga as a team sport, partner yoga is fast becomi
Winter Running
Winter running - the two words sound incompatible, but with proper planning and winter running gear, runners don\'t have to hang up their sneakers just because it\'s cold outside.In most parts of Canada
12 Months of Wellness
This month in our 12 Months of Wellness series, we\'re focusing on fitness. It\'s easy to move more. Make fitness a priority, set measurable goals, and try strength training.We’re well into the best yea
Choose a Personal Trainer
You want to get fit. A personal trainer can help you achieve your fitness goals. But what questions should you ask someone you want to hire as a personal trainer?Working out with a personal trainer is
Recent Posts
How to Relieve Hip and Low Back Tension with Hip Crossover Stretch
This stretch — called the hip crossover stretch — targets the muscles of the outer hip and low back. If you experience c
Does Melatonin Cancel Out Birth Control?
After you've counted dozens of sheep, listened to Regé-Jean Page read you a bedtime story on the Calm app, and skimmed t
Do These 3 Wall Stretches to Relieve Arm, Shoulder, and Upper Back Tension
Sitting at a desk for hours at a time can leave you in a sad physical state. We understand that your office may not be t
Effectiveness of Plant-Based Diet for People with Diabetes
Living with diabetes isn’t easy. This condition can affect your physical and psychological state in many ways – so peopl
When in Turmoil – How to Stop Stress Eating
Many tend to eat for emotional reasons: to compensate for a bad day, to find comfort when feeling low or lonely, or to e
