YMCA Canada collab: Motivating exercise videos just for you

CAUTION: The following videos may reduce stress and fatigue, improve mood and help you manage or prevent health conditions, including high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease. Other side-effects may include joy, bliss and a better quality of life!

ParticipACTION is proud to once again partner with YMCA Canada to give people across our nation inspiration to get moving through a new batch of fun, motivating and expert-led exercise videos. The videos are available to you on our Exercise Videos page!

What makes these exercise videos different?

At 20 minutes or less, our videos can fit into your busy day. They’re science-informed, meaning you can trust the exercise advice and guidance. Finally, there’s something for everyone! Modifications and a variety of movement options means you can join in, no matter your age or ability.

Find what moves you

A screenshot of the Better Balance Workout (one of the YMCA exercise videos) that shows three people balancing on one foot in a yoga studio.Better Balance Workout

Strengthen your joints while you lengthen your muscles. This impact-free workout challenges your balance and enhances your posture through exercises that you can perform while seated, with wall support or freestanding.

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Three people dancing in a workout studio. Dance-inspired Workout

Groove to the music, even from the comfort of your chair! Rhythmic movements and choreographed dance moves make for a fun and dynamic workout.

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Three people air boxing in a workout studio. Boxing-inspired Workout

Experience the benefits of a higher-intensity workout, no matter your age or ability, with this heart-pumping, interval boxing-style workout that you can do standing or seated.

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Three people sitting on chairs with their arms up in the air. Functional Training

This impact-free workout is designed to improve your joints’ range of motion. Safely move and contract your muscles while increasing your muscular strength and endurance. This standing or seated workout will also help you restore and rejuvenate.

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Three people bent over while holding pairs of dumbbells. Peripheral Heart Action Workout

Performed seated or standing, this interval-style workout switches between upper and lower body exercises. Switching between lower body exercises and upper body exercises help you recover and can enhance your circulation.

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Three people holding pairs of dumbbells over their heads in a workout studio. HIIT Workout

A heart-pumping, interval-style workout that you can do using resistance or your own body weight, this higher-intensity exercise routine is suitable for all ages and abilities.

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Three people air boxing in a workout studio. Cardio Boxing-inspired Workout

This high-energy, action-packed, boxing-inspired workout makes cardio enjoyable and accessible for everyone.

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Three people doing yoga poses in a yoga studio.Yoga

This series of slow, deep stretches promotes nimble joints while creating a deeper connection to your breath so that you can relax and unwind.

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