January 14, 2017
Drinking is a personal choice, if you choose to drink these Canadian Guidelines can help you know you limits.Featured Articles
January 13, 2017
There are two main elements to well-being: feeling good and functioning well. To feel and function better, there are things you can do – the Five Ways to Well-being.
January 13, 2017
How much physical activity is recommended to achieve health benefits and which types of activity should you and your family should participate in?
January 13, 2017
Continued, long-term use and excessive use of alcohol can do damage to your body. Here are a few of the major body parts that can be damaged from excessive drinking.
January 12, 2017
Not everything combines safely with alcohol. Use caution with these “yellow light” alcohol combos. When you choose to drink, it’s always best in moderation and to stay within the low-risk drinking guidelines.
January 12, 2017
Alcohol impacts everyone differently. In small amounts, alcohol can be beneficial. Read more to find out what moderation means.
January 12, 2017
Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of certain diseases and conditions. When it comes to women and alcohol, there are some benefits but also significant risks. Find out what they are.
January 12, 2017
Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of certain diseases and conditions. The more you drink, the more that risk can go up. Find out which diseases men are at risk for from drinking alcohol.
January 12, 2017
Alcohol has both immediate and long-term effects on your body. Learn about how alcohol affects your behaviour and your body.
January 12, 2017
Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of certain diseases including many cancers. The more you drink, the more that risk can go up. Find out how many drinks it takes to put you at risk, what diseases you may face and how high or low those risks can be.Pages
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November 4, 2013
Feeling fatigued is the same as feeling as though you are tired all the time. Why might you be feeling so tired? There could be a number of factors, but there are also many ways to boost your energy too!
January 9, 2013
One of the best ways to get and stay physically active is to set goals. The most effective goals are based on the S.M.A.R.T. formula!
January 9, 2013
Many of us ask how we can better incorporate physical activities into our busy day. The easy first step is to make the decision to commit to physical fitness, the next step is to read some of our suggestions to help get you there.January 13, 2017
How much physical activity is recommended to achieve health benefits and which types of activity should you and your family should participate in?
January 4, 2013
To get the most out of your workout, you should ensure that you are working within your heart rate training zone. If you work too hard, you're likely to injure yourself and, possibly, burn out.
April 15, 2015
If you've ever smoked and tried to quit, you know it’s a challenge. Smoking and your health aside, why is the urge to continue to smoke so strong? There are a number of reasons, the main one being - Brain Chemistry.
January 14, 2017
Drinking is a personal choice, if you choose to drink these Canadian Guidelines can help you know you limits.
January 9, 2013
Physical activity plays an important role in a healthy lifestyle; the good news is most injuries are preventable.
August 2, 2013
Many long-term smokers may have been smoking for decades, starting when it was fashionable and when people were less aware of the harmful effects...
August 14, 2013
What is a safe amount to drink? You may be surprised to learn that the effects of alcohol on the body vary. Knowing what a standard drink looks like is a good first step in learning more about the effects of alcohol.Pages
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August 10, 2017
It can be hard to tell whether or not it’s okay to exercise outdoors when the air quality is poor. Find out what experts in the field say.
August 3, 2017
Everyone can take a hike! Learn what to look for when researching hiking trails for you and your family or friend group.
August 2, 2017
Summers in BC offer endless opportunities for outdoor excursions. Make sure your summer fun isn’t ruined from drinking untreated water. Just because water in a stream looks clean it doesn’t mean it won’t make you sick!
July 27, 2017
This summer it was attempted to run a marathon – a total of 42.2 km – in only two hours! What we can learn from this extraordinary feat?
July 27, 2017
The spaces you live and work in can have an effect on your lifestyle. Surround yourself with opportunities to be active for better luck sticking with physical activity.
July 26, 2017
Celebrate active transportation and safely share the roads with parents, children and families.
March 30, 2017
What would you ask an exercise professional right now if you could? Here’s what a typical call with the HealthLink BC Physical Activity Services looks like.
March 23, 2017
You’ve been working hard on your fitness goals since January. When you started your new routine, you saw improvements within a few weeks! But now you feel like nothing is happening. Have you hit a plateau?
March 16, 2017
Keep it simple and accurate. See how the rate of perceived exertion scale can help you determine your workout intensity.
March 9, 2017
Leave the back pain, saddle sore and achy neck behind on your next ride. A good bike fit makes your bike comfortable and fun to ride.
