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 phy…

Quick Fit for Tweens and Teens

Too much screen time and not enough physical activity is taking its toll on teens and tweens. Do our quick fit exercises with your kids to steer them onto the road to fitness. The 2012 Active Healt…

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 Canadian…

Holiday Mindfulness for Kids

Take time to slow down with your kids this holiday season. By teaching your kids mindful breathing and a few yoga poses, your whole family can share the spirit of the season. What happens to your f…

Core Power

Contrary to popular belief, crunches aren’t the only way to tone the core muscles. Our exercises work all your abdominal muscles to tone your torso. Call it a spare tire, mummy tummy, beer be…

Stress-Free Holidays

Don’t stress this holiday season! Keep your calm by exercising. Try a group exercise class; go for a run; or take up yoga, weight lifting, or boxing. Shopping, rushing to parties, cleaning, a…

Water Fitness

When temperatures soar, working out may be the last thing you want to do. However, a scorching summer day doesn’t have to be a fitness death sentence—you can get your sweat on while cooling d…

Yoga for Sound Slumber

Having trouble sleeping? Before you spend another night tossing and turning, try doing these yoga poses and deep breathing exercises before going to bed. Those who suffer from insomnia are familiar…

Martial Arts For Munchkins

Your kids can be more fit, calm, and disciplined, and less aggressive. Impossible? It’s totally possible when they practise a martial art. Despite the modern conveniences that kids enjoy, chi…

Yoga for Type 2 Diabetes

Yoga increases flexibility, but it’s also beneficial for those with type 2 diabetes. Doing yoga regularly can help reduce blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Routinely inviting relaxation int…