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
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
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Quick Fit for Tweens and Teens
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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
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
10 Minute Sweat Session
Short on time? Time isn\'t an issue when it comes to being fit. Our 10 minute workouts fit into those few extra minutes we can all find in our day.It’s recommended that adults get at least 150 minutes
Proper Exercise Technique
If you don\'t use proper exercise technique when working out, you run the risk of injury. Our safety tips will ensure you have a fun - and a safe - workout.Loud grunting. Sweat left on benches. Chattin
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
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
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