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Brains and Gains

Brains and exercise are a great combination. By exercising regularly we increase blood flow and improve the generation of new neurons in the area of our brain responsible for long-term memory. Read on

Awakened Athleticism

The benefits of mindfulness practices are many—greater calm, improved sleep, and uplifted mood—but did you know athletic performance can also be enhanced? Read on to learn more about upping and ground

Ready, Set, Run!

The benefits of physical activity for children are numerous. Running can be a fun way to get children to increase their fitness and build a lifelong healthy habit. Here’s how.Kids benefit from regular

Run For a Reason

Another great Swedish idea, plogging (a mash-up of the Swedish word plocka, to pick, and jogga, to jog) is taking off across Canada—and around the world. Find out more about this new, environmentally

Stay Fit Before and After Baby

Pregnancy can change your activity levels, but as long as you’re already healthy, there’s no reason to stop working out and lifting weights. Postpartum, you may also be hesitant to hit the gym. Or you

Work Out Your Stress

Stress builds diamonds. It also creates ulcers and migraines. But if you take 10 minutes out of your day for this stress-busting workout, it can lead to a healthier, happier, Gumby-er (it’s an adjecti

Vegan Fitness for Life

Vegan fitness and nutrition coach Karina Inkster helps you adopt two powerful healthy living habits: a plant-based diet and a consistent strength training routine. Here’s your starter kit for long-ter

I Stress, Eustress, We All Stress Without Fitness

Stress is bad, right? Clammy palms, pie-plate stains on the armpits of your shirt, and ruining any opportunity to make a good impression on a first date are all hallmarks. But stress can also be a per

Move Toward a Stronger Immune System

Physical activity keeps your body strong in more ways than one. Paired with proper nutrition, a strong fitness regimen can boost your immune system and help you fend off illness in both the long and s

Healthy Heart x Two

Can it save your relationship? Maybe. Can it save your life? Definitely! Working out with a partner (and not just beside them) can not only improve your heart health, but it can also enhance your ment