How to build a basic workout wardrobe
So you’ve mentally committed yourself to getting on the physical activity bandwagon. The hardest part is done! But now – what do you wear?! No seriously, it’s a question we get often. How do you build...
View ArticleWhat does “moderate-to vigorous-intensity” actually mean?
The award for the most frequently asked question here at ParticipACTION is: “what is moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity?” My usual response is to say “that’s a great question!” then run...
View ArticleAsk the experts, is obesity a disease?
Today I’m sharing information from Dr. Arya Sharma from the Canadian Obesity Network, and Dr. Jean-Philippe Chaput from the Healthy Active Living and Obesity Research Group. They helped me better...
View ArticleKeep Your New Year’s Resolution on Track!
The New Year is well under way and whether you have been flawlessly executing your 2016 plan to be more physically active or have fallen off the wagon, now is the perfect time to check-in on those...
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5 Easy Ways to Meet Your 150 Minutes
If you’ve been listening to our endless positive preaching you know by now that adults ages 18-65 should be getting at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity per week to...
View Article10 Ways to Rock Your Walk
You’ve heard it many times: walking is a great way to get active. It’s cost-effective, it helps your cardiovascular health, it’s gentle on your joints, and it doesn’t require any special equipment....
View ArticleHow To Tackle Running in Winter
Okay, I’ll admit it – I’m terrible at thing things that require hand eye coordination and teamwork. Tennis, Soccer, Hockey and tons of sports that end with “ball” have never been my strong point....
View ArticleWeathering Winter in Canada: Tips for New Canadians
Are you new to Canada? If so, you may well be new to winter too – at least Canadian winters! While some of us are envious of the somewhat milder winters experienced in Vancouver, Victoria, and other...
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Save Time and Move More with Google Maps
Time. We never seem to have enough of it. Between a full-time job (some of us even have two), parenting or caregiving for our families, getting to all of life’s regular administration—bills, cleaning...
View ArticleConsider an Exercise Tip Jar
At ParticipACTION, we believe that being active daily is a victory that deserves a reward. And what better reward than all the benefits physical activity provides? Study after study proves that...
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