Maintaining our balance becomes even more important to avoid falls as we get older. These exercises will help you stay mobile and on your feet. Moving through each phase of life, our body strictly …
Top Workout Foods
Discover these simple, healthy ways to refuel before and after exercise. From ancient Greek Olympians who sometimes ate only meat prior to competing, to modern-day marathon runners who load up on c…
New Year, No Fear, New You
The key to achieving your fitness goals is to create a plan for success. Set SMART goals and keep them front and centre to keep you on track. Like most Canadians, your number one New Year’s resolut…
Lets Exercise Outdoors!
Adapt your workout to a local park or jungle gym to enjoy the benefits of fresh air, sunshine, and new challenges. Sunshine, warm breezes, and fresh air—all things you won’t experience …
Skip to Get Fit
Skipping isn’t just for kids! Try this fun and heart-pumping workout that you can do almost anywhere. When was the last time you skipped? No, we don’t mean ditching class or staying hom…
Get Down and Dirty
Lacking the motivation to sign up for a run? A themed run combines fun and exercise. A colour run or a chocolate run will have you sprinting for the finish line. For many, running is no longer a so…
Awakening the Olympian Within
Watching the Olympics stirs our patriotism and maybe even a desire to get off the couch. We may not all be Olympians, but we can embrace our own inner athlete. On a February afternoon in 1964, I wa…
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 stude…
Yoga Challenge
Deepen your yoga practice. Try outdoor yoga, yoga retreats, partner yoga, laughter yoga, stand-up paddleboard yoga, or yoga teacher training. Your first yoga class may have felt enlightening, but e…
Partner Yoga
Yoga doesn’t have to be a solo activity. Get together with a friend or family member for a fun partner yoga workout. While one doesn’t usually think of yoga as a team sport, partner yog…