Nordic Walking – Not Just a Walk in the Park By Sue Slaght
“What’s the difference? Isn’t Nordic walking just walking with hiking poles?” When I ask friends, “Have you ever tried Nordic walking?” this is the usual response. I admit it is exactly what I think, when Mandy Johnson, owner of Active By Nature in Canmore, offers to take us Nordic pole walking. My regular hiking poles are well […]
Arthritis Blogger Rick Phillips On Activator Poles!
I purchased a pair of walking poles. Yeah, I know, big deal. But this is a big deal. So let me tell you my story. Most people who know me know that I have diabetes. What they do not know is that I have Neuropathy. Neuropathy is a nerve condition thought to be brought on […]
Up Close & Personal with Barb Gormley
Up Close & Personal with Barb Gormley We asked Barb a few questions so that she could share her valuable insight and experience: Q: When you see people walking with poor technique because they have obviously taught themselves or people who still think that hiking poles and Nordic walking poles are the same, do you […]
Learn More About Lumino Health!
We’re happy to be partnered with some amazing organizations and programs such as Lumino Health, an innovation from Sun Life! Lumino Health’s goal is to move away from out-dated health-care practices and connect you with the right health-care provider or resource when you need it most. The health-care system has been reactive and driven by […]
Teaching Urban Poling in Covid Times, Blessing or Curse?
Recently one of our long-time instructors Laura Clements wrote an amazing article on teaching Urban Poling during Covid. She was inspired after coming across our booth at a CanFitPro conference in Toronto after spending the day with her grandfather who was approaching 100 years old, and he walked with a similar straight arm swing, upright […]
Make February About More Than Candy Hearts!
Train UP your heart! February is National Heart Month around the world! Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the number 1 cause of death globally, taking an estimated 17.9 million lives each year, according to the WHO. The greatest risks to heart health are an unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, tobacco, and harmful use of alcohol. Some conditions that increase […]
April is Parkinson’s Awareness month
Parkinson’s Awareness Month RECORDED | Restoring Gait & Finding a New Sense of Balance with Parkinson’s Every Step of the Way https://vimeo.com/545107548/c9caaea989 Join us to learn about the life altering impact of adding the evidence based Activator® Program to support those living with Parkinson’s. Hear testimonials from internationally recognized bloggers with PD, podcasters, and worldwide rehabilitation […]
We’ve Got Your Back!
Lower back pain is being felt by all and working from home hasn’t helped! Long hours sitting in the same spot day after day, meeting after meeting, is wreaking havoc on your lower back. A fancy ergonomic chair may be able to help but forget the expense, we have 6 tips for you! Spine-health.com has […]
Helping Those Who Help Others on the Road to Recovery
January is not only the first month of the year but it’s also March of Dimes Canada Caregiver month and we would like to celebrate our partnership with this dynamic organization and their valuable role in supporting not only those who have suffered a stroke but their caregivers as well. March of Dimes Canada offers […]
Black Friday deals are coming your way soon
Black Friday deals are coming your way soonStock up and save big on Black Friday deals that will make holiday gift giving a snap!Be sure not to miss out on the amazing deals coming your way soon. Limited specials won’t last long so make your lists and check them twice. Urban Poling…gift giving, made easy!