Even if your family has a limited income, you can still be physically active. Many activities are low cost or free. What’s more, many community agencies can help outfit your family members for their favourite sports, e.g., the Bell Community Sport Fund, Jump Start, or Everybody Gets to Play.
Read this article for information about free […]
If you have a disability, you may be less active and therefore at greater risk of having diseases such as obesity, Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and coronary heart disease.
So it’s important to find ways to overcome any barriers you face as you try to become physically active. These barriers may include affordability and […]
If you’re an older adult or know someone who is, you know there are many myths about aging.
For example, how would you answer these questions?
1. People should slow down as they get older.
True or False?
2. Aches, pains, muscle weakness and less ability to do things are just a part of getting old. There is nothing […]
Achieving or maintaining a healthy weight is important. We may all have different reasons for losing or maintaining our weight:
* our own health issues
* a family history of diabetes or heart problems
* wanting to feel and look better
* simply trying to be healthier
Whatever our motivation, battling with our weight can be frustrating. The good news […]
These days, many Americans spend a lot of time using their computers, TVs and cell phones, on average Americans of all ages watch TV for eight to 14 hours a day.
Screen time, which causes us to be inactive for hours on end, is one of the reasons for ever-increasing obesity rates, even among very young […]
In the sports world, winning teams develop a game plan to win. When you want to make a change in your life, such as getting active, you also need a game plan to help you succeed.
This article will help you to set goals for becoming more active in a way that’s safe for you. The […]
Times have changed. Years ago, our daily lives required tasks that were hard work, like chopping wood or hauling water. Today, modern technology and conveniences have made our lives much easier. We sit for much of the day: driving the car, working at a computer, and watching television.
This article gives you four excellent reasons for […]
Daily physical activity is always important, even during pregnancy. Research has shown that pregnant women without complications can and should do aerobic and strength-conditioning exercises.
Physically active pregnant women do not increase risks for their babies. Nor does moderate physical activity when you’re breast feeding affect the quantity or quality of breast milk or affect your […]
Physical activity is good for you, even in your later years. In fact, it is one of the best investments you can make in the second half of your life.
Retired people should try to be more physically active than ever, since a regular physical activity routine can improve their health and enhance their quality of […]
Your bundle of joy has finally arrived. You may be excited and exhausted all at the same time.
Regular activity after childbirth can help you:
Strengthen muscles weakened after pregnancy and childbirth.
Return to your pre-pregnancy weight (breastfeeding helps too!).
Cope with the responsibilities of caring for your baby.
Demonstrate an active way of life you want your child to […]