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 […]
The active living movement has encouraged us to be more physically active in our daily lives to maintain or improve our health.
People with mobility difficulties (paraplegia, quadriplegia, osteoporosis, arthritis, obesity or those who are frail and worried about falling or have lower limb injuries) have greater challenges in making active living part of their lives.
For […]
There are so many fun activities to do outside in the winter.
Many people in other parts of the world have never built a snowman or even seen snow!
Skating on an outdoor rink, skiing, tobogganing or just walking through a park trying to identify animal prints in the snow are all winter wonders.
Don’t hide from the […]
Exercise is a type of physical activity that some people enjoy. Other people dislike even the word “exercise” because it brings back bad memories for them.
Both physical activity and exercise, combined with healthy eating, can help prevent weight gain and certain chronic diseases.
If you’re not sure of the difference between physical activity and exercise, this […]