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How Dancing Helps People With Dementia, Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis

Research shows dancing can help improve the lives of people with neurocognitive and movement disorders.

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13 Mind-Bending Facts About Yoga

Meditate on these mindfulness-inducing facts about the ancient practice of yoga.


It’s True: Runner’s High Benefits Both Mind and Body

Regular exercise releases "happy hormones" into the bloodstream, which may help alleviate depression


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5 Things You Can Do Every Day to Prevent Muscle Loss

Bonus: Only one of them involves lifting weights.


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The Best Bike Trail in Every Province

Not only is cycling fantastic exercise, it also presents the opportunity to see pristine parts of the country you can't...

Nordic Walking Wasn’t Easy to Learn—But Now I Love It

Nordic walking increases your heart rate and uses more muscles, making it a more full-body workout compared to walking without...


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5 of the Best Exercises For Seniors

Research suggests these popular exercises for seniors can help maintain muscle mass, improve balance and boost heart health.

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10 Simple Moves to Keep You Fit

These easy, science-backed exercises can improve your mobility and overall health.


7 Household Items That Are Fitness Equipment in Disguise

Let’s be honest: between the clothes, gadgets and gym membership, working out can get seriously expensive. Luckily, you don’t really...


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If You’ve Never Tried a Group Fitness Class, This Might Convince You to Sign Up

Exercising with a companion or in a group—whether at yoga sessions or when cycling—has many upsides.


The Best Winter Hiking Trails in Every Province

From family-friendly favourites to trickier routes designed to test your mettle, these gorgeous winter hiking trails are worth adding to...

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8 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Your Immune System

Adopting these simple strategies can help your body ward off illness and infection.


20 Proven Ways to Boost Your Brain Power

What to eat, drink, and download to reduce your risk for dementia and maintain a healthy brain.


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A Beginner’s Guide to Bike Commuting

Gas prices got you down? Follow this beginner cycling advice from Chip Haynes, author of The Practical Cyclist: Bicycling For...


Experts Say These Strategies Can Help Prevent Breast Cancer

Research suggests as many as 50% of all cases of breast cancer in Canada are linked to factors within our...


15 Benefits of Walking for Just 15 Minutes a Day

There's not much that a little stroll can't fix.

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50 Great Things to Do in Lockdown

Instead of focusing on the (very long) list of what you can't do, here are some productive ways to pass...


Medical News You Need to Read This Week

From state-of-the-art treatments to the latest discoveries, these medical news stories can have a positive impact on your life.


5 Yoga Poses to Try for Lower Back Pain

Build core strength and spinal flexibility with these expert-recommended yoga poses for lower back pain relief.


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30 Simple Things You Can Do Daily to Boost Your Bones

Building a strong skeleton happens all day. From the best ways to exercise to the top foods you should have...


9 Walking Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making

Walking is a simple and effective type of exercise, but there are some common mistakes people make that can get...


10 Healthy Alternatives to Booze When You Need to Unwind

Find yourself reaching for a drink when you need to relieve stress? Try one of these healthy alcohol alternatives for...


3 Carpal Tunnel Exercises That Help Relieve Wrist Pain

If you're experiencing numbness, tingling and wrist pain from carpal tunnel syndrome, try these easy carpal tunnel exercises for pain...


Why 20 Minutes Is the Magic Number for a Healthier Immune System

More isn't always better—and that's even true when it comes to your workouts. According to science, squeezing in 20 minutes...


11 of the Most Inspirational Weight-Loss Transformations

Need some major inspiration to jump-start your weight-loss goals? Look no further than these motivating stories of transformation. If these...

15 Signs Your Body Is Aging Faster Than You Are

Have you stopped eating pickles because you can’t get the jar open? Are your pants tight in the waist but...


13 Weight Loss Quotes That Will Keep You Motivated

Let these professional athletes and trainers inspire you to lose that weight—and keep it off.


Diet or Exercise: The Final Verdict on Which Is Better for Weight Loss

Here's what science and dietitians think about the debate between diet and exercise—and which should be your biggest priority for...


Keeping Fit After Fatherhood: 6 Tricks to Ditch Your Dad Bod

Has becoming a dad brought with it a few extra pounds? Professional wrestler and “Dad Bod Destroyer” Robbie E reveals...


17 Myths You Shouldn’t Believe About Fitness After 50

Being over 50 isn't too late to get in shape. Here's a look at myths you should never believe about...


This Is Why Your Brain Never Wants You to Exercise

Turns out there’s a biological reason why you’d rather sit on the couch than exercise. Here’s what it is—and how...