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Mother Nature is not always kind to runners and in Canada, winter is here. This means snow and ice cover your favorite running routes, temperatures dip below zero, cold winds blow in your face...

For athletes who have been in their sports for a long time, as in several decades, performance declines as they move north of 50 years of age. The research tells us that there are...

Resistance training has gained tremendous popularity among fitness enthusiasts. The benefits of strength training are highly researched and indicate the importance for a wide range of goals and needs from increased function for daily...

On a bluebird day last fall, a dozen people met in a Regina park. Their goal for the day: to carry heavy objects. For six hours they traded loads: logs for sandbags; weighted backpacks...

The warm summer temperatures have arrived, and I’m certain we are all deep into enjoying these precious few months that see us stepping out into nature, breaking free from normal activities and exploring more...

Stand-up paddleboard (SUP) yoga is a term that has gained popularity over the last few years. The practice combines the physical and mental benefits of both yoga and paddleboarding, making a fantastic combo.The physical...

Ahh, hiking in the great outdoors: connecting with nature on the trail, soaking up the sun through the trees, freezing in uncertainty when you stumble upon a humongous moose… wait, what?A day spent hiking...

Does the thought of travelling bring upon a sense of anxiety, knowing you're stepping away from your fitness routine and putting all of your hard work at risk? Well, it doesn't have to. Just...

As a once-upon-a-time trainer returning from a three-year hiatus, I was searching for what was next. I wanted the future. I figured there was some juicy system combining tech wizardry and traditional methods out there,...

The kettlebell swing burns, on average, 20 calories/minute. That’s 400 calories in 20 minutes. Today I want to share with you some tips and cues to help you and others get the most out...