Health

If you’re among the many athletes that love training, but seldom take the time to stretch, you’re not necessarily doomed to a rigid fate. Resistance training is renowned for building muscle mass and enhancing...

One of the most insidious and upsetting symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is winter weight gain. Often people with SAD are not energized to do anything about it because so many aspects of life...

You've walked through the door, returning from a much-needed recess from the demands of daily life and are back to your regularly scheduled program. The first few days at work are spent reminiscing your...

Sleep, a vital contributor to cognitive function and memory consolidation, holds the key to unlocking successful learning experiences but is often overlooked in the hustle and bustle of preparations to go back to school.Research...

In recent years, concerns have arisen over a large group of man-made chemicals known as per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often referred to as "forever chemicals" due to their persistence in the environment. Research...

Nature’s touch is healing. Who hasn’t enjoyed walking on a forest trail in fresh air while hearing a gurgling brook or the musical conversations of birds hidden among the mossy branches overhead? Whether it...

A couple of weeks ago our family hiked with another family from up high in the Olympic National Park to the town below—4,230 vertical feet over eight miles (or 9.5 if you want to...

When the WeatherCan air quality alert flashes the number seven, a heavy feeling in my stomach takes hold. It clearly doesn’t understand me or my circumstances when it tells me to consider rescheduling strenuous...

Think back to when you were eight years old. What was your walking range unaccompanied by an adult? In the 1920s, it was often nine kilometres. For the next generation, it was less than...

Travelling overseas for a race or a sports tournament can be exciting and daunting for an athlete. Giving yourself adequate time to prepare is key to ensure a safe and successful time abroad.Check Out...