This article is part of our new women’s health series that talks about how getting active benefits your health and hormones at different life stages and shares tips and exercises to get the most out of each. Whether you’re a teenage girl, young woman, in mid-life or...
Sleep
The secret link between sleep and movement
Adult Report Card, Bedtime, Benefits, Brain Health, Energy, Guidelines, Mental Health, Science and Research, Sleep
Sleep is vital for overall health and well-being, much like physical activity! Discover why sleep is so important and how it’s linked with physical activity.
How to make daylight saving time (DST) your new bestie
Bedtime, Benefits, Blood Pressure, Brain Health, Energy, Immunity, Mental Health, Outdoors, Science and Research, Sleep, Tips and Tricks
Not looking forward to springing forward an hour? Learn more about daylight saving time (DST), its benefits, sleep tips and more!
Key habits for a healthy heart
Did you know we can prevent around 80% of premature heart disease and stroke through healthy behaviours? Check out these key habits for a healthy heart.
Gym and tonic: 3 ways physical activity can support a sober curious lifestyle
Habits, Mental Health, Science, Sleep
Thinking of trying a sober curious lifestyle? Physical activity can help! Find out how.
From scrolling to sweating: 6 hacks for swapping screen time with active time
Exercise, Habits, Mental Health, Science, Screen Time, Sleep
It’s now the norm to spend much of our free time glued to devices. While they help us work, and connect, inform and entertain us, too much screen time can take a toll on our health. Here are some tips for swapping recreational screen time with active time.
5 healthy workday habits to form
Active Transportation, Focus, Habits, Sleep, Stretching, Tips and Tricks, Workplace
Check out these healthy workday habits that will help you be more productive, feel less stressed, enjoy your work more and ultimately be happier while at work.
How physical activity can improve your sleep & overall health
Benefits, Family, Sleep, Tips and Tricks
Get the best ZZZs of your life with physical activity My name is Alanna McGinn, I’m a certified sleep expert and I’ve partnered with ParticipACTION to educate Canadians on the importance of including more physical activity during the day to better your sleep. It’s...
Winter blues? 3 key reasons why physical activity can help you fight them
Benefits, Mental Health, Outdoors, Sleep, Winter
More and more people in Canada are fighting the winter blues. Find out why getting active can help you combat them.
The movement-sleep connection and why it’s holding your organization back
Sleep is universal. We all know how energizing it is to wake up after a good night’s sleep – and how awful it is to feel exhausted and drag ourselves through the day. As a business leader, you’d likely agree that you’re at your best when you’re well-rested, and the...
How to prime yourself for a great sleep so you can move more
Physical activity does so many things to make us feel good…it boosts mood and energy levels, builds confidence and self-esteem…and it helps us get a good night’s sleep!In fact, a good workout can lead to better shut-eye, and better shut-eye can lead to a good workout....