April 28, 2016
We know being active benefits physical wellbeing. Can exercise maintain and help with mental wellbeing too? Find out.
Being active gives you an overall feeling of wellbeing. Canada's Physical Activity Guidelines recommend at least 60 minutes a day for children and 150 minutes a week for adults. Here's how to incorporate physical activity into your life.
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April 21, 2016
Being active benefits everyone, but checking with a qualified exercise professional before starting up is key. The Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone (PAR-Q+) tells you when it’s safe.
April 19, 2016
What’s good for you can also be good for the environment. Try at least one of these small, daily actions for big, positive change towards a healthier lifestyle and healthier planet.
April 14, 2016
Will counting your steps, measuring your heart rate, and monitoring your sleep with an activity tracker help you reach physical activity goals? Answer is, it depends.
April 7, 2016
Whether you play with an organized team or pick-up games, soccer can get you moving outdoors enjoying the company of friends – all things that benefit your health.
March 31, 2016
It’s possible to be active throughout your busy work day! Follow an exercise physiologist for a day to learn how all the little things can add up to keep you moving.
March 24, 2016
Does the promise of a five-minute workout sound too good to be true? It might be more of a 30 minute workout when all is said and done, but worth it! Get the facts about high intensity interval training.
March 17, 2016
Beautiful BC is well known as a canoe and kayak destination. Design your own adventure this spring and summer by paddling on water.
March 10, 2016
You can do some activities with our eyes closed, while others turn your brain into a pretzel. Why? Fine motor skills learnt early or later in life contribute to how easily we perform physical activities.
March 2, 2016
Well controlled asthma means that you can enjoy all your favourite activities. We’ve gathered the best tips and advice to make being active with asthma safe.
