(NC) Shed your hibernation habits and head outdoors this season. Follow these essential training tips to get you prepared for mastering new and favourite trails: 1. Build a solid aerobic base. Cycling, swimming, running and group fitness classes will help ...
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Feed SubscriptionFrom Exercise To Aquasize: Choosing A Class That Is Right For You
Written by Karli Aucoin The history of aqua therapy dates to the fifth century, when bathing in thermal springs was considered not only hygienic, but also as having remedial effects. It wasn’t until the 20th century that we began to ...
Read More »Innovative Ways To Manage Your Health
(NC) Technology is no longer just for savvy millennials. More and more people of all ages are embracing technology and using it to simplify their lives. “In fact, the advancements in technology have been particularly beneficial for people living with ...
Read More »Essential Oils To Relieve Common Problems
(NC) There are many types of essential oils available at your local health food store, but what exactly can you do with them? If you’re unfamiliar with their versatile uses, the Canadian Health Food Association recommends trying these essential oils ...
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Wellness Therapies to Live a Happier and Healthier Life Written by Nicola Brown In a world overrun with sensational sound bites and knee-jerk reaction headlines, people are becoming a bit jaded with misleading claims of revolutionary crash-course diets, exotic super-foods ...
Read More »More Than Butterflies: Overcoming Social Anxiety
Written by Barbara Markway Most of us can relate to feeling anxious before a big speech, a job interview, or a first date. But for some, the experience is much more than butterflies in the stomach. If you worry a great ...
Read More »How To Stay Young (At Least In Spirit) When You’re Retired
Mohr Keet of South Africa bungee jumped when he was 96, landing himself in the Guinness Board of World Records. Yuichiro Miura of Japan climbed Mount Everest when he was 80. Not everyone in the golden years of life will ...
Read More »Water Safety Tips For Dogs
(NC) Finally spring is here, which means more time adventuring outdoors with your four-legged best friend. However, the spring thaw also means cold lakes and fast streams, both of which can be treacherous for dogs. Not all breeds are instinctive ...
Read More »Body-Positive Workouts: Take Shame And Guilt Out Of Your Fitness Routine
Written by Susie Lemmer Can the very act of working out help you increase your body positivity while you work out? Choosing the right class format, type of exercise, instructor, and even location can make a huge difference in how you ...
Read More »Mental Health Benefits Of The Outdoors
Written by Amy Whitley The mental health benefits of exercise are well documented, known to reduce stress and increase “feel good” hormones like dopamine. But many of us seeking better mind-body heath overlook the benefits found in simply spending time outdoors. ...
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