Nordic Walking and Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis Canada predicts that by the year 2020, 50% of people aged 50 and over will be at risk of bone fracture. Osteoporosis is a disease
ACTIVATOR & Urban Poling Course – Canadian Centre of Activity and Aging
Urban Poling is pleased to announce that we will be offering a pre-conference course at the Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging (CCAA) Conference in London,
Walking to school: a step in the right direction
The last few days of the summer break are upon us, and it won’t be long before the school bells ring. Help your kids kick
Walk more! Putting one foot in front of the other more often could change health outcomes for millions.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Walk more! Putting one foot in front of the other more often could change health outcomes for millions. TORONTO (ONTARIO) July 4,
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
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