Turning Confidence into a Superpower
On January 1, 2019, Sandra Mikulic took her first steps toward a new goal: running or walking five kilometres a day, every day. She vowed to maintain the streak as long as she could.The...
The Multiple Marathon Challenge
With the best of intentions, Mike Hanson and Dave Morin concocted an outrageous challenge.The Calgary runners have announced plans to complete 10 marathons in 10 days in 10 provinces in May and, in the...
TRAIL BLAZERS
Women participating in ultra-trail running is on the rise, and with it the dominance of Canadians who are featuring on world ranking sites as never before. The 2024 World Trail Majors listed five Canadians...
Strength Beyond Limits
At the age of 77, Hugh Hamilton is a force of nature with the drive and resilience of a 20-year-old. A member of the 1974 Canadian soccer championship team, Hamilton has always been a...
The Power of the Plank
When DonnaJean Wilde first attempted a plank for a fun family challenge back in 2013, she had no way of knowing a decade later, she would solidify her name as a Guinness World Record...
The Trail Blazer and Advocate
Anita Cardinal has reached the lowest point of her race. Gamely, she's made it through half of the Grizzly Ultra Marathon's 50-kilometre race, but now she is spent, emotionally and physically.Tears running down her...
The Meaning of Inclusivity
EDI. IDEA. DEI. DEIB. EDIA. JEDI. The many acronyms of equity, diversity and inclusion have created a layer of mystique around this work in parallel with its rise to the forefront of society over...
Winter Getaways for Body and Mind
Winter EscapesLa Fortuna, Costa RicaCosta Rica is known as a paradise the world over. Although many people are attracted to the destination for the white sand beaches and incredible surf, if you’re on a...
The Art of Joyful Movement
For years, fitness has relied on shame-based advertising to motivate movement—focusing on what our bodies aren’t rather than celebrating what they can do. It’s been a go-to marketing strategy, as shame effectively sparks the...
Standing Out
When Greg Stewart stepped into the shotput circle at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games, he was throwing not just for himself, but for anyone who has ever felt different. Standing there alone, with all...
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Your Ultimate Guide to the 2025 Servus Calgary Marathon
The Servus Calgary Marathon Race Weekend is Canada’s longest-running marathon — and with six distances to choose from, there is a race for every...
Say Goodbye to Knee Pain with Bracelayer
Your knees are the largest and most important joints in your body. They’re also the joints that are most susceptible to injury, as they...
Unconquerable Spirit
Visually impaired players spinning their wheelchairs on the basketball court, amputees spiking the ball in sitting volleyball, PTSD warriors sweeping the ice in wheelchair...
How to Get More Deep Sleep: Make Your Bedroom the Ultimate...
With hectic work schedules and competing responsibilities, many adults struggle to get the deep, restorative sleep their bodies need, leading to groggy mornings and...
Registration for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon is Open
Every October, participants from across the country and around the world unite on the streets of Chicago to conquer 26.2 miles and call themselves...
