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New research: The changing views on physical activity in Canada
Did you know that the number of people in Canada who report seeing others walking or wheeling in their neighbourhoods dropped by 11% since 2018? Find out why in this blog sharing the results of a study on the changing views on physical activity in Canada.
From scrolling to sweating: 6 hacks for swapping screen time with active time
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.
How to prevent and manage type 2 diabetes with the help of physical activity
Did you know that over 11.9 million people in Canada have diabetes or prediabetes? Learn how to prevent and manage type 2 diabetes with the help of physical activity.
How applying “nudge theory” can help you get active at work
It can be easy to get so caught up in your work tasks that you forget to break up sedentary time and move more. Find out how applying nudge theory can help you remember and discover great examples of nudges you can use during your workday.
4 science-backed ways physical activity can improve employee performance & productivity
Did you know that physical activity can improve employee performance and productivity? Find out how and learn useful tips for helping your employees squeeze some movement into their workdays:
Hydration 101: How hydration works, why it’s important for exercise & tips to stay hydrated
Learn the importance of hydration when it comes to getting active plus science-backed tips and tricks for staying hydrated.
6 nutritious foods that can boost your mood and energy
Check out this list of foods that can boost your mood and energy from a registered dietitian.
How to use habit stacking to stay on track
Forming and sticking to new habits can be challenging. Luckily there’s a science-backed approach called “habit stacking” that can make this easier for you.
Pandemic lessons on getting kids active
To help you on your journey towards improved workday health, we’ve created a week-long healthy workday challenge.