VIDEO: Three myths about Nordic walking
Are you hesitant to walk with a set of poles? Fear not. It might all come down to the stories you are telling yourself about
What is interval training?
Ready to pump up your walking routine? Want to burn more calories in less time? Consider aerobic interval training! No longer just for athletes, interval
Stay active and stay cool as summer heats up
Oh Canada! We spend our winters waiting for summer, and our summers wishing it wasn’t quite so hot! Happily, exercising outdoors throughout the summer is
NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DIABETES AWARENESS DAY
In Support of our partner, we would like to share with you this press release regarding the upcoming National Aboriginal Diabetes Awareness Day this coming
Parkinson’s Awareness Month
April is National Parkinson’s Awareness Month – Learn the Benefits of the ACTIVATOR program! Urban Poling is pleased to work with Parkinson Canada and support
Sitting is killing us. It’s time to take a stand
Did you know Canadian adults are sedentary for about 9.5 hours a day? This time can largely be attributed to desk jobs and the amount
Walk This Way: How Walking Benefits Health and Overall Fitness
While it may be true that running marathons and killing it at boot camp will improve your endurance and cardio, you don’t have to go
Does your fitness routine measure UP?
Whether you’re new to exercise or have led an active lifestyle for years, it’s important to strive for a balanced fitness program. All exercise has
Exercise: a prescription for better health and a longer life
By Catherine Cameron If you’re not taking your daily dose of exercise, you’re shortchanging yourself. Without it, you’re at greater risk of diseases such as
Introducing our new Walk@Work program
Healthier employees and a healthier bottom line! Research confirms exercise makes us happier and healthier. It helps prevent disease; is the only proven way to